Mile 146 Report
North Jetty, South Jetty Umpqua River, Lighthouse
February 19, 2019
Bluff retreat and wave-overtopping observed at the back of the beach on this mile.
Report Details
Bluff retreat and wave-overtopping observed at the back of the beach on this mile. One vehicle present in an area where they are allowed--the beach otherwise completely deserted during this visit.
Conditions
Temperature: 45 F. Cloud Cover: Rain. Wind Velocity: Moderate.
Vehicles
Cars/trucks on beach, allowed: 1.
Driftline Content
Wood pieces.
Natural Changes
Visible retreat of solid bluff, Evidence of wave overtopping.
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