Mile 40 Report
North of Sisters Rocks, cliffs south of Arizona Beach
July 28, 2011
The outlet of Mussel Creek has significantly moved to the south.
Report Details
The outlet of Mussel Creek has significantly moved to the south. The portion of Mussel Ck. that traverses the sand has created a dividing line between the west side wave-swept beach where there is no vegetation, and the higher elevation east side beach which now has plentiful vegetation. Of note are beach morning glory, searocket, yellow sand verbena, lupine, seaside plaintain, beach silverweed, cat's ear, angelica, coyote bush, and bird's-foot trefoil.
Conditions
Temperature: 60 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: NW. Tide Level: 5.0 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 8. Number of dogs: 1. Walking or running: 2. Playing in surf: 2. Photography: 2. Other Activities: 2 picnicing. Respectfully enjoying this beautiful coastal area on a beautiful day.
Vehicles
Cars/trucks parking: 3.
Notable Wildlife
12 Brown Pelicans flying south, just above the water; 1 BLOY adult giving its staccato warning call; Turkey Vultures soaring.
Beached Birds
Total dead birds: 1.
Driftline Content
Seaweeds and seagrass, Small rocks. very little in the driftline
New Development
Steps down bluff.
Actions & Comments
Concrete/cement bag "steps" again in place at bottom of bluff from Pigeon Pt. houses. Removed as of last quarter's report -- back again. Reported previously, per direction from CoastWatch, to Oregon gov't agency in charge.
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