Barrier Islands Of The Florida Gulf Coast Peninsula
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Barrier Islands Of The Florida Gulf Coast Peninsula
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Author : Richard A Davis
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 2016-02-28
Barrier Islands Of The Florida Gulf Coast Peninsula written by Richard A Davis and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-02-28 with Nature categories.
With text and hundreds of figures, charts, drawings, and color photos, this book covers the long, narrow islands that run near and all along the Gulf coast of the Florida peninsula, considered by geologists to be the most complicated barrier island system in the world. These 30 islands and inlets create a barrier along the 200-mile coast, protecting the mainland and the coastal bays from storms and heavy waves. The land on these islands is among the most expensive acres of real estate on the planet, and most of the islands are now heavily developed and populated, though some natural areas remain. This book looks first at the geological aspects of this barrier-inlet system, which is very young in terms of the history of our planet, only about 3,000 years, appearing since the great glaciers melted and sea level reached near its present position. The great diversity in morphology of the system is amazing given the low wave energy and small tidal range of this coast. Hurricanes have had a significant impact on this coast although they are less frequent here than on most of the Gulf of Mexico. There are very few sand dunes on these flat, narrow islands. Each chapter focuses on two main factors: the type of barrier island and the level of human development on the island.
Barrier Islands Of The Florida Gulf Coast Peninsula
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Author : Richard A. Davis (Jr.)
language : en
Publisher: Pineapple Press
Release Date : 2016
Barrier Islands Of The Florida Gulf Coast Peninsula written by Richard A. Davis (Jr.) and has been published by Pineapple Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016 with Nature categories.
This richly illustrated book, featuring hundreds of illustrations and color photographs, covers the 30 barrier islands along 200-mile Gulf coast of the Florida peninsula.
Barrier Islands Of The Northern Gulf Of Mexico Coast Sediment Source And Development
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Author : H. J. Kwon
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1969
Barrier Islands Of The Northern Gulf Of Mexico Coast Sediment Source And Development written by H. J. Kwon and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1969 with Science categories.
The evolution of barrier islands along the northern Gulf of Mexico coast is directly related to source of sediments and littoral processes. Johnson formulated his hypothesis on barrier island formation in 1919, and his theory prevailed for several decades. Johnson's theory resulted from consideration of only two dimensions normal to the coastline; a third, longshore drift, was not regarded as critical for the initiation of barrier island development. In this study, which is confined to the northern Gulf coast, major sources of sediment supply and transportation patterns of barrier forming sand were examined, along with results of recent oceanographic investigations in the Gulf of Mexico. This study is based on a comprehensive survey of the literature, maps, and marine charts, which were correlated with field observations. To obtain a perspective, only gross forms and processes of barrier development were considered. Evidence indicates that Santa Rosa Island, Mississippi Sound, and Bolivar Peninsula barriers developed downdrift of sediment-supplying coasts of Quaternary age. These barriers evolved with the Recent rise of sea level to its present stand. Apalachicola barriers formed on the flanks of the Pleistocene deltaic plain. Coasts such as the stretch between Destin and Panama City, Florida, and the zero-energy coast of Florida do not have barrier islands. In these cases the modern shoreline is abutted against Pleistocene deposits which are the local source of sediments. (Author).
Alternative Policies For Protecting Barrier Islands Along The Atlantic And Gulf Coasts Of The United States And Draft Environmental Statement
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1979
Alternative Policies For Protecting Barrier Islands Along The Atlantic And Gulf Coasts Of The United States And Draft Environmental Statement written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1979 with Barrier islands categories.
How To Read A Florida Gulf Coast Beach
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Author : Tonya Clayton
language : en
Publisher: Univ of North Carolina Press
Release Date : 2012-04-02
How To Read A Florida Gulf Coast Beach written by Tonya Clayton and has been published by Univ of North Carolina Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-04-02 with Nature categories.
Come explore the geology of Florida's Gulf Coast beaches, from a bird's-eye view down to a crab's-eye view. You'll journey from Panhandle sugar-sand beaches to southwestern shell beaches, taking a fresh look at the ever-changing landscape. With Tonya Clayton as your guide, you'll learn how to recognize the stories and read the clues of these dynamic shores, reshaped daily by winds, waves, and sometimes bulldozers or dump trucks. This dynamic tour begins with a broad description of Florida's Gulf Coast, roaming from popular Perdido Key in the northwest to remote Cape Sable in the south. You'll first fly over large-scale coastal features such as the barrier islands, learning to spot signs of the many processes that shape the shores. In subsequent chapters you'll visit dunes and beaches to check out sand ripples, tracings, and other markings that show the handiwork of beach breezes, ocean waves, animal life, and even raindrops and air bubbles. You'll also encounter signs of human shaping, including massive boulder structures and sand megatransfers. With a conversational style and more than a hundred illustrations, How to Read a Florida Gulf Coast Beach makes coastal science accessible, carrying vacationers and Florida natives alike on a lively, informative tour of local beach features. Southern Gateways Guide is a registered trademark of the University of North Carolina Press
Barrier Islands Of The Atlantic And Gulf Coasts Of The United States
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Author : Gulf South Research Institute
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1978
Barrier Islands Of The Atlantic And Gulf Coasts Of The United States written by Gulf South Research Institute and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1978 with Barrier islands categories.
Barrier Islands Of The Atlantic And Gulf Coasts Of The United States
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Author : Gulf South Research Institute
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1978
Barrier Islands Of The Atlantic And Gulf Coasts Of The United States written by Gulf South Research Institute and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1978 with Barrier islands categories.
Gulf Of Mexico Its Origin Waters And Marine Life
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Author : Paul Simon Galtsoff
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1954
Gulf Of Mexico Its Origin Waters And Marine Life written by Paul Simon Galtsoff and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1954 with Geology categories.
Managing The Gulf Coast Using Geology And Engineering
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Author : Richard A. Davis Jr.
language : en
Publisher: Geological Society of America
Release Date : 2018-09-27
Managing The Gulf Coast Using Geology And Engineering written by Richard A. Davis Jr. and has been published by Geological Society of America this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-27 with Science categories.
This book looks at coastal management as it applies to the physical barrier/inlet system of the Gulf of Mexico. This is an excellent region for considering this topic because it has a wide range of situations to be considered in its management-remote areas, huge urban populations, and tidal inlets, including some natural, some dredged, and others that have been structured for more than a century. Discussing options for managing and protecting the various elements of the barrier/inlet system, the authors consider each approach in terms of costs, logistics, and success or failure. They extensively cover anthropogenic impact as well as management problems generated by natural processes, especially hurricanes and other severe storms. The authors discuss the impact of management decisions and related projects, providing decision makers with the proper information to make decisions on zoning, development, construction of major structures, environmental concerns, etc.
An Illustrated History Of Siesta Key
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Author : Thomas Philip Farrrell
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 2018-03-01
An Illustrated History Of Siesta Key written by Thomas Philip Farrrell and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-03-01 with History categories.
A history of a very popular beach destination near Sarasota on the Gulf coast of Florida. Reviewing the past century of Siesta Key development in the context of Florida's ancient and recent emergence, this book explains how one small Gulf coast barrier island has become world famous as “#1 Beach in the USA." Beginning with Amerindian settlers, the “First Floridians," all of the seminal pioneers and a steady stream of pivotal leaders are described with emphasis on their families, motivations, and challenges. Both historical triumphs and tragedies are covered to provide a balanced perspective. Lastly, the current and future threats are analyzed in detail, including the environmental controversies with nearby keys, the menace of increasing red tide, and the risks of rising sea levels associated with global warming.