ORCID
https://orcid.org/0009-0000-1936-3686
Year
2024
Season
Summer
Paper Type
Master's Thesis
College
College of Computing, Engineering & Construction
Degree Name
Master of Science in Civil Engineering (MSCE)
Department
Engineering
NACO controlled Corporate Body
University of North Florida. School of Engineering
First Advisor
Dr. Raphael Crowley
Second Advisor
Dr. William Dally
Third Advisor
Dr. Kelly Smith
Department Chair
Dr. Alan Harris
College Dean
Dr. William Klostermeyer
Abstract
In recent years, a novel method for shoreline stabilization, Pervious Oyster Shell Habitat (POSH) units, comprised of recycled eastern oyster shells, has been developed. These mound-shaped structures have been deployed along several shoreline sites in Northeast Florida. This case study sought to develop and implement a method for investigation of small-scale morphologic change in the vicinity of these structures using smartphone LiDAR technology, surveying instruments, and 2D/3D mapping software. Results suggest that the POSH units are helping to mitigate erosion by trapping sediments around them. Moving forward, it may be possible to adapt the methodology used here to assess morphologic changes along similar shorelines where erosion mitigation measures have been installed.
Suggested Citation
Malila, Makaya S., "A method for investigation of small-scale morphologic change around low crested oyster-based structures" (2024). UNF Graduate Theses and Dissertations. 1288.
https://digitalcommons.unf.edu/etd/1288