Oceanside Harbor is dredged every year as late in spring as possible to prevent dangerous conditions at the mouth of the harbor. The dredging operation for 2008 is nearing completion and pipe removal should begin today.
The sand that is removed from the harbor is moved to Oceanside's south beaches.
For those who only visit in the summer: many of California's beaches undergo dramatic changes in the winter. Our winter storms remove much of our sand, in some cases creating shore front cliffs, and in others depositing rocks and seaweed in what most know as pristine sandy beaches in the summer. Oceanside, and the beach in front of North Coast Village is no exception. During my last storm visit, I walked out the gate of NCV to the sea wall to be struck with a stiff breeze, white caps, and a spectacular array of kelp and rocks and not beach to speak of. I LOVE storms at the beach as much as I love warm sunny days there! That said, we wage a constant battle of man and machine vs nature here in California so you will find bull dozers, back hoes, dredging equipment, beach rakers, and so much more are needed to not only keep our beaches sandy and full, but also to keep our harbor safe.
Enjoy, and rest assured the noise and disruption are nearing completion - just in time for the beach soccer tournament in May!
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