Wave data and modelling inform harbour planning in southern Nova Scotia

oceanographer holding a depth sensor

The small fishing harbour of Lower Sandy Point, near the southern tip of Nova Scotia, was modified to reduce the agitating effects of swell. Breakwaters were added, nearly enclosing the harbour. The resulting structure – approximately in the shape of two backward Ls with an opening between their bases – successfully reduced the swell, and, several times each year, in … Read More about Wave data and modelling inform harbour planning in southern Nova Scotia