National Research Council (U. S.) Marine Board. Committee on Beach Nourishment and Protection.

Examines the history of beach nourishment projects, especially the federal flood insurance program, and management strategies for beach protection. Provides recommendations on the utility of beach nourishment; the appropriate role of federal agencies; design methodology; and responsibility for cost, and discusses the controversy over the use of traditional and nontraditional shore protection devices. Includes numerous appendices on design and prediction of projects, physical processes monitoring, and excerpts from federal laws. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.