Collateral Impact of Mitigation: Rockaway Boardwalk (1 of 2)

Many times, mitigation measures will impact more than the facility that is damaged. The surrounding facilities can be part of the impact or become impacted, based on mitigation measures.

Rockaway Boardwalk in New York City was flooded in Hurricane Sandy. The city decided to elevate the boardwalk and construct sand barriers to mitigate the risks of future flood damage.
Repairs to the Rockaway Boardwalk in NYC after Hurricane Sandy. A row of pilings line the shore.