Mile 213 Report
Henderson Creek, South Beach SP south
October 1, 2016
Very windy, cloudy day.
Report Details
Very windy, cloudy day. Lots of crab molt throughout the mile. Wind-made small dunes going from south to north especially in the area south of Henderson Creek which made walking even harder. Haven't seen such dunes before. Beach relatively clean -- SOLVE there recently? Rocks in a couple areas might be erosion-prevention? 2 dead birds covered up by sand.
Conditions
Temperature: 57 F. Cloud Cover: Cloudy. Wind Velocity: Strong. Wind Direction: S. Tide Level: 6.5 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 12. Number of dogs: 1. Walking or running: 12. Not many walkers, possibly because of weather/strong wind from south/southwest.
Concerns
Apparent violations: There seemed to be a lot of rock piles by the cliff -- possibly preventing erosion?.
Vehicles
Cars/trucks parking: 1.
Notable Wildlife
50 gulls
Beached Birds
Total dead birds: 2. Covered up partially with sand. Took photos. One looked like a gull.
Dead Fish or Invertebrates
Lots of crab molts scattered throughout the mile.
Driftline Content
Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Wood pieces. Driftline pretty clean
New Development
Steps down bluff. Previous report showed public hearing sign. Stairway still there.
Man-made Modifications
New riprap or shoreline protection structures. Wondered if rock piles south of Henderson Creek were man-made. See photo.
Natural Changes
Lots of wind-made dunes from south to north on beach. Haven't seen them before.
Actions & Comments
No action needed.
Report Images
PaulJulia
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