The project is expected to replenish approximately 540,000 cubic yards of sand between North Beach and Mariposa Point and south of San Clemente State Beach. This effort is the largest volume of sand placement planned for San Clemente beaches in a single effort.
OCTA has updated its potential solutions to address immediate threats to rail service through San Clemente, and sand nourishment – always under consideration – is a key piece in the coastal rail protection puzzle.
A critical component of the project includes a one-time infusion of approximately 540,000 cubic yards of sand for beach nourishment. OCTA is exploring viable offshore and inland sand sources to support erosion control measures.
Sand Nourishment OCTA is concurrently working to source 240,000 cubic yards of sand as part of the project that will be placed in Areas 1 and 2 north of Mariposa Point.
Following multiple listening sessions, OCTA Board feedback, and other stakeholder input, OCTA unveils updated plans that include sand nourishment, rock revetment, and a wall to protect the most vulnerable section of rail line through San Clemente.
OCTA expects to place approximately 540,000 cubic yards of sand. Emergency action is necessary to prevent additional disruption of vital rail service. In addition, continued erosion requires quick action to repair and replace existing riprap, and deliver enough sand to help protect the tracks.
OCTA’s first action was to issue a request for information for contractors to provide dredging and transport options to expedite the sand placement component of the projects.
Resources Documents pdf Dredging and Placement of Sand for the Coastal Rail Stabilization Priority Projects RFI
OCTA, in coordination with Metrolink and Amtrak Pacific Surfliner, is taking action to protect the only coastal rail link between San Diego and Orange counties, following continued threats from the privately owned bluffs and from coastal erosion and storm surges.
The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) has identified a need for companies that services in offshore sand dredging and sand placement at specified locations for its the Coastal Rail Stabilization Priority Projects in Orange County.