The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers told CoastTV that replenishment at the Indian River Inlet is now complete. Dredging and replenishment took place along the north side of the inlet.
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DelDOT says bayside flooding is to blame for Monday night's closure.
Both directions of Route 1 near the Indian River Inlet have reopened after overnight flooding forced closures, but drivers are urged to use caution as some water remains on the roadway.
Coastal flooding, gusty winds, and lingering showers will mark the start of the week before sunshine and seasonable temperatures arrive by Tuesday afternoon.
Construction near Thompson Island in the Rehoboth Bay includes installation of 400 wave attenuation devices to protect the fragile ecosystem and shoreline. Each device weighs 2,600 pounds.
Starting Sept. 15, visitors to the northside beach of Delaware Seashore State Park will face temporary closures as a large-scale beach nourishment project gets underway.
Milton Vice Mayor Lee Revis-Plank is raising concerns about how the state distributes financial support for infrastructure and restoration projects, particularly between coastal and inland communities.
The group observed areas affected by coastal erosion and went to see ongoing replenishment efforts supported by $8.1 million in combined state and federal funding.
Hurricane Erin caused 10-14 feet of erosion at the north side of the Indian River Inlet and forced an overnight closure of Route 1 due to bayside flooding. Officials say dunes helped protect infrastructure, but damage along the coast remains visible.
DelDOT says the dunes did not breach and the flooding is coming from the bayside.