Primary Objective 
The objective of this study is to evaluate coastal processes at the hot spot 
and identify processes that appear to contribute to the accelerated erosion rates 
of the beach fill. Following evaluation of the four proposed hypotheses, the 
major contributing factor(s) for the development of the erosional hot spot are 
identified. In addition, conceptual design alternatives or construction procedures 
are recommended for further consideration and study. 
Chapter 1 Background 
