Coastal Projects
Overview
Coastal Management coordinates and manages all of St. Johns County’s engineered beach projects. This includes pre- and post-storm assessments of the shoreline to determine future project locations. Coastal Management works with the public, funding agencies, and regulatory agencies to ensure successful implementation of coastal projects that preserve and enhance the beaches of St. Johns County.
Announcements
News
May 13th, 2026: The SJC Report Radio Show Features Coastal Management – click here to read more!
May 6th, 2026: Behind the SJCenes Podcast Highlights Coastal Management – click here to read more!
Beach Access Updates and Closures
The St. Johns County Ocean and Fishing Pier will be closed through November for repairs.
The St. Johns County Ocean and Fishing Pier will temporarily close starting May 13 for a construction project to repair and strengthen the pier pilings. The project is anticipated to be completed by the end of November 2026.
During the repairs, visitors will experience minor parking impacts near the pavilion area. Please follow all instructions seen on temporary traffic signage. Permitted events and activities at the nearby Ocean Pier Park will not be impacted.
The northern St. Augustine Beach access point will be closed for the duration of the project. Beachgoers must use the south entrance to access the beach safely.
Access under the pier will be restricted. Surfers and swimmers should stay 500 feet away from the pier during construction.
The Pier Gift Shop will remain open and accessible throughout the project.
The County appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation while these important repairs are completed to maintain the safety and longevity of the St. Johns County Ocean and Fishing Pier.
Current Projects & Studies
Planning and Design for the project has begun. Construction is expected to begin Spring/Summer 2026.
South PV Cat G Project
Learn more about the development of the St. Johns County Coastal Management Plan.
Coastal Management Plan
This project will support the design, engineering, and permitting required to develop a solution to reduce coastal storm damage to Porpoise Point from future storm events and reduce erosion.
Porpoise Point Shoreline Stabilization Project
A Shore Protection Project by the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and St. Johns County. Project extends from 4,000’ north of Pope Road in Anastasia State Park to Ocean Hammock Park.
SJC SPP at St. Aug Beach
50-Year Coastal Storm Risk Management (CSRM) project by the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and St. Johns County. The project extends from the Ocean Villas at Serenata Beach to just north of Nease Beachfront Park.
SPV & VB CSRM Project
Information regarding ongoing projects in the Summer Haven area.
Summer Haven ProjectsThe Beach Brief – An E-newsletter for Timely Updates on St. Johns County Beach Projects
St. Johns County remains dedicated to providing our residents, visitors, and businesses with timely and accurate information regarding current and upcoming St. Johns County beach projects. The monthly “Beach Brief” provides subscribers with an overview of beach renourishment, dune enhancement, and other major coastal projects.