Beach Access and Recovery
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- Tides and Current Beach conditions
Latest Information
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) has increased the available financial assistance for its Hurricane Restoration Reimbursement Grant Program, now offering 100% reimbursement for sand placement projects seaward of seawalls for homesteaded properties and condominiums. Additionally, the reimbursement limits for shoreline armament have been increased, allowing for greater financial assistance to those impacted by the 2022 hurricanes. Since the program's inception, over $19 million has been distributed to nearly 300 applicants in Volusia County. Residents are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as only $30 million remains. Read more about announcement here.
2024-2025 Volusia County Sand Placement Projects
Volusia County beaches recently lost more than 6.6 million cubic yards of sand due to Hurricane Ian, Hurricane Nicole, and numerous Nor’easter storm events. In response, Volusia County is embarking in two sand transfer and placement projects in 2024 and 2025 to assist in the recovery efforts for a significant portion of the beaches along our coastline.
The projects are funded by a Florida Department of Environmental Protection grant and are being conducted in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers (USACE) and the Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND).
Stay Informed
Volusia Today and YouTube
For the latest beach recovery information, listen to Volusia Today or visit our YouTube channel.
Beach Recovery Newsletter
The county will issue a beach recovery newsletter with updates regarding progress and upcoming efforts.
Closure Updates
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Beginning Monday, July 6 the Mallard, Heron, and Egret beach accesses will temporarily close while crews construct new beach access structures and protective seawalls. Alternative access is available at Marcelle Ave to the north and Toronita Beach Park to the south.
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The Inlet Harbor parking lot and beach access is closed for construction until September 30, 2026.
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Improvements are coming to the Wilbur Boathouse Deck in Wilbur-by-the-Sea.
Beginning Monday, June 29, the Wilbur Boathouse Deck will temporarily close as crews complete a series of improvements to the deck, guardrails, and handrails to help maintain the safety and longevity of the facility.
Because the Fishing Pier and Kayak Launch are only accessible through the boathouse deck, those amenities will also be temporarily closed during construction. In addition, the on-site parking spaces will be unavailable as they will be used for construction equipment and materials. Construction is expected to take approximately two months.
During the closure, residents and visitors seeking similar water access opportunities may wish to visit Lighthouse Point Park or the public boat launch and fishing dock beneath the Dunlawton Bridge.
Open and Closed Beach Ramps, and Driving Zones
Ramp closures can occur due to tidal changes, repairs or construction.
