Surfrider Foundation's Artificial Surf Reef Policy
February 6, 2005
"The Surfrider Foundation opposes any
degradation or depletion of existing
artificial or natural wave-riding resources
due to the development of man made structures
or activities in the coastal zone. In
all instances, any development that results
in the loss of the resource must be avoided.
If experimental or artificial reefs are
constructed, to restore already lost
or damaged wave-riding resources, a thorough
environmental impact analysis along with
a monitoring and research component must
be an integral part of the process. This
must include baseline and long-term post
project monitoring of nearshore coastal
processes, ecological impacts and recreational
conditions."
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