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A coalition of conservation groups are raising concerns over a proposed Lynnhaven Inlet storm surge barrier that could be built as part of a series of large flood protection projects in the city.

The organizations want to ensure plans are included to offset potential negative effects on the Lynnhaven River’s fragile ecosystem from the use of barrier gates near the Lesner Bridge.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Norfolk District is conducting a study with Virginia Beach on several potential structural measures that would protect the city’s infrastructure and its residents from tidal flooding.

Concepts include building a new floodwall in front of the Boardwalk and elevating roadways to reduce damage from the inundation of water from storms. The five-year Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study will be completed in 2028.

Last April, the corps requested the city select one most beneficial structure that could progress further through the design process in order to facilitate a cost estimate. At the recommendation of the city’s Public Works staff, the City Council chose surge barrier gates at the Lynnhaven Inlet, which is the source of tidal flooding for much of the city.

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