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City-Managed Beach Restoration Projects

The city is planning a major beach renourishment project, anticipated to place up to 2.5 million cubic yards of sand island-wide, including both ends of the island. That project, which could begin as early as spring 2026, is part of the City’s long-term Comprehensive Beach Management Plan.

Funding

The city has requested $5.3 million in state funding for the major beach renourishment project. The required $5.3 million local match has already been secured, and an estimated $27 million will come from local sources, including funds raised by the Wild Dunes Community Association, to complete the work. The amounts of each contribution are still to be determined.

All other City beach restoration efforts are being funded through a combination of the City's Beach Preservation Fund, Wild Dunes Community Association (WDCA) contributions, and state and federal sources.

Updates

Before & After: Natural Beach Nourishment in Progress
12/9/2025 - You may notice some encouraging changes along our shoreline. The images below show the early stages of a sand shoal moving onshore and naturally adding sand to the section of the Isle of Palms beach near Beachwood East and Dunecrest Ln. When you compare the “X” marked on each image, you can clearly see the shoreline beginning to build outward. While this is a positive development, it’s...
beach restoration 11.5.25
Beach Restoration Projects Update
The City continues to make steady progress in restoring its beaches and addressing ongoing erosion concerns. Read on for the latest project updates. Public Input & Permit Application The public comment period for the nourishment permit application is currently open. Interested stakeholders can view the public notice and how to submit comments to the state via Public Notices or the U.S. Army Corps...