The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers says the Grand Strand Renourishment project in Myrtle Beach is back underway. Work resumed on May 29 and is anticipated to wrap up by early July. Then, crews will transition to the Surfside beach area.
Sand placement is expected to finish by the end of August, but engineers say factors such as weather, mechanical issues, or other unforeseen delays can affect the construction schedule and impact the timeline.
Beachgoers are reminded to be aware of construction zones and posted signage.
Crews say the purpose of this project is to increase coastal storm management and protect infrastructure. In its update, the Corps of Engineers said, "by building a wider, higher beach and dune system, we can absorb the energy of powerful storm waves."
Real-time progress can be tracked online. The renourishment is funded entirely by the Corps of Engineers and is said to cost $72 million.
