Coastal Engineering Experiences and Approaches in Defining Setback Lines for Shore Protection

Justin McKibbon

WSP

Justin McKibbon is a coastal engineer at WSP and is experienced in wave and ocean current modeling, the design, inspection and rehabilitation of coastal infrastructures, the monitoring of shoreline evolution, as well as the development of coastal management strategies and the appraisal of their performance and effects. He has participated in numerous projects located in Eastern Canada, through which he has developed an expertise in understanding causes of shoreline transformations, developing suitable protection measures and communicating the information to both technical and non‑technical audiences.

Abstract

Setback lines have become a relevant tool for coastal zone management, protection and adaptation to sea-level rise. The methods and tools used for defining setback lines, however, vary widely from one jurisdiction to another.... [ view full abstract ]

Authors

  1. Justin McKibbon (WSP)
  2. Steve Renaud (WSP)
  3. Nicolas Guillemette (WSP)
  4. Vincent Metivier (WSP)

Topic Areas

Quantifying coastal hazards and disaster risk reduction , Coastal engineering solutions and adaptation strategies for climate change , Evolving tools and technologies (i.e. Older tools and technologies upgraded or reengaged f

Session

CP-13 » Contributed Papers #13 (15:20 - Wednesday, 18th July, SN2098)