This collection contains 110 papers presented at Coastal Structures 2003, held in Portland, Oregon, August 26-30, 2003.

Accompanying CD-ROM in pocket at the back of book

Coastal structures are an important component in any coastal protection scheme. They directly control wave and storm surge action or to stabilize a beach which provides protection to the coast.This book provides the most up-to-date technical advances on the design and construction of coastal structures and sea defenses.Written by renowned practicing coastal engineers, this edited volume focuses on the latest technology applied in planning, design and construction, effective engineering methodology, unique projects and problems, design and construction challenges, and other lessons learned.Many books have been written about the theoretical treatment of coastal and ocean structures. Much less has been written about the practical practice aspect of ocean structures and sea defenses. This comprehensive book fills the gap. It is an essential source of reference for professionals and researchers in the areas of coastal, ocean, civil, and geotechnical engineering.

Introductory technical guidance for civil and marine engineers interested in design and construction of coastal structures. Here is what is discussed: 1. TYPES AND FUNCTIONS OF COASTAL STRUCTURES 2. TYPICAL CROSS SECTIONS AND LAYOUTS.

Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, marine engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in coastal marine structures. Here is what is discussed: 1. SHORELINE USE, 2. SHORELINE FORM AND COMPOSITION, 3. SEASONAL VARIATIONS OF SHORELINE PROFILES, 4. DESIGN CONDITIONS FOR PROTECTIVE MEASURES, 5. DESIGN WATER LEVELS, 6. DESIGN WAVE ESTIMATION, 7. WAVE HEIGHT AND PERIOD VARIABILITY AND SIGNIFICANT WAVES, 8. WAVE GAUGES AND VISUAL OBSERVATIONS, 9. WAVE HINDCASTS, 10. WAVE FORECASTS, 11. BREAKING WAVES, 12. HEIGHT OF PROTECTION, 13. WAVE RUNUP, 14. WAVE OVERTOPPING, 15. STABILITY AND FLEXIBILITY, 16. ARMOR UNIT STABILITY, 17. LAYER THICKNESS, 18. RESERVE STABILITY, 19. TOE PROTECTION, 20. FILTERS, 21. FLANK PROTECTION, 22. CORROSION, 23. FREEZE-THAW CYCLES, 24. MARINE BORER ACTIVITY, 25. ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT, 26. ABRASION, 27. VANDALISM AND THEFT, 28. GEOTECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS, 29. WAVE FORCES, 30. IMPACT FORCES, 31. ICE FORCES, 32. HYDRAULIC MODEL TESTS, 33. TWO-DIMENSIONAL MODELS, 34. THREE-DIMENSIONAL MODELS.

Successful coastal and ocean engineering projects rely on practical experience with technical tools and knowledge available to the engineer. Often, problems arise from projects that are too complex for theoretical description, which require that engineers exercise sound judgment in addition to reliance on past practical experience. This book focuses on the latest technology applied in design and construction, effective engineering methodology, unique projects and problems, design and construction challenges, and other lessons learned. In addition, unique practices in planning, design, construction, maintenance, and performance of coastal and ocean projects will be explored.