Dredging Resumes in Channel Islands Harbor
Dredging equipment has returned to the Channel Islands Harbor in Oxnard, California, as part of a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers project.
The project, which is typically done every other year, was delayed last year due to permitting issues. Its purpose is to remove sand from the mouth of the harbor to facilitate boat traffic and to transport sand via pipeline to the beach in Port Hueneme, which has been affected by erosion.
The dredging is expected to be completed early next year. Meanwhile, sea lions have been spotted in the area, posing a challenge to the construction crews. Despite efforts to deter them with poles and colorful tape, the sea lions continue to sun themselves on the new docks near the harbor mouth.
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isn't easy keeping them off anything, crews are struggling to keep the sea lions away from the construction area.
The project aims to improve navigation and mitigate erosion, but the presence of sea lions is adding an extra layer of complexity to the operation.
Author's summary: Dredging resumes in Channel Islands Harbor.