Buxton Beach Nourishment Update – August 2, 2017
Buxton Beach Nourishment Update … Wednesday, August 2, 2017 … Pumping Resumed
After having to shut down pumping operations on Friday morning, July 29 due to rough sea conditions, the pumping of sand resumed this afternoon just after 4:00 p.m. Construction is moving to the south and has approached the north end of Buxton.
Rough sea conditions on Friday, August 4 may lead to another delay over the weekend, but Weeks Marine estimates that if the current forecast holds, sea conditions will allow them to work for approximately four days over the coming week.
At this point, approximately 22% of the project has been completed. Updates will be provided as additional information is available.
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Updated Timeline for Restoration of Power on Hatteras Island
Cape Hatteras Electric Cooperative (CHEC) has announced that two simultaneous solutions are being executed to restore transmission service to Hatteras Island and the estimated timeline to complete repairs will range from one to two weeks. CHEC is concurrently working to expand temporary generation service to the island.
Evacuation for all visitors to Hatteras Island will remain in effect until adequate, reliable power is established to meet the demand. County officials will continue to closely monitor the progress of restoration efforts so that visitors can return to the island as soon as possible.
For updated information from CHEC regarding power restoration, visit www.chec.coop/ or their Facebook page.
Currently, Essential Personnel (Priority One), Permanent Residents & Essential Personnel for Critical Businesses (Priority Two), and Non-Resident Property Owners & Non-Resident Employees of Non-Critical Businesses (Priority Three) are allowed access to Hatteras Island with proper reentry credentials. Details regarding reentry procedures are available at darenc.com/reentry. As you approach the checkpoint north of the Bonner Bridge, please have your license, reentry pass, or tax bill readily available.
For those on Hatteras Island, it is important to remember that mandatory power and water conservation measures remain in effect. All Cape Hatteras Electric Cooperative (CHEC) customers must remove air conditioning systems and hot tub heaters from the power grid by turning off system circuit breakers. In addition, mandatory water restrictions are in place prohibiting the filling of pools or hot tubs, the watering of lawns, and the watering of driveways or sidewalks for cleaning.
For any updates regarding the mandatory evacuation for Hatteras Island, visit www.darenc.com. Text “join hatteraspower” to 30890 to receive text message alerts.
Buxton Beach POWER & Re-nourishment Update VIDEO For Friday July 28, 2017
Power is ON, we’re taking RESERVATIONS but pumping has temporarily stopped.
Check out the latest Buxton Beach Re-nourishment Update VIDEO for Friday July 28, 2017 by Jan Dawson at Cape Hatteras Motel
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Buxton Beach Re-nourishment Update VIDEO For Wednesday July 27, 2017
They’re back & getting close.
Check out the latest Buxton Beach Re-nourishment Update VIDEO for Wednesday July 27, 2017 by Jan Dawson at Cape Hatteras Motel
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Buxton Beach Re-nourishment Update VIDEO For Saturday July 22, 2017
Check out the latest Buxton Beach Re-nourishment Update VIDEO for Saturday July 22, 2017 by Jan Dawson at Cape Hatteras Motel.
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Buxton Beach Nourishment Update – July 21, 2017
Weeks Marine has announced the change of pumping directions over the course of the next week. An anticipated weather delay may cease pumping operations this weekend for the Buxton project. The dredge C.R. McCaskill plans to remain on site during this weather delay. When pumping is forced to shut down due to rough sea conditions, the beach crews will detach the current pipeline and transit the pipes to the south of the subline. The newly nourished beach is expected to open to public after Weeks Marine moves the active construction zone to the south. When pumping operations resume sometime next week, construction will proceed south from the subline towards the village of Buxton.
For more information about current beach nourishment projects in Dare County, projects maps and frequently asked questions, please visit MoreBeachtoLove.com
