New Hampshire Code of Administrative Rules
Env - Department of Environmental Services
Subtitle Env-Wt - Wetlands Programs
Chapter Env-Wt 600 - COASTAL LANDS AND TIDAL WATERS/WETLANDS
Part Env-Wt 608 - TIDAL BEACH MAINTENANCE AND STABILIZATION
Section Env-Wt 608.04 - Beach Nourishment

Universal Citation: NH Admin Rules Env-Wt 608.04

Current through Register No. 13, March 27, 2025

(a) Beach nourishment shall be:

(1) Allowed only on publicly-owned beaches; and

(2) Authorized only by the state or local agency responsible for maintaining the beach.

(b) Proposed nourishment material shall be:

(1) Chosen based on compatibility with that of existing beach material for grain size, shape, and color; and

(2) If not virgin material, tested for contaminants prior to placement on the beach.

(c) The slope of the beach after beach nourishment shall mimic the natural beach profile.

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