Beach reprofiling is a coastal management strategy used to alter the shape and gradient (slope) of a beach to protect against erosion and flooding. It involves moving sand and shingle from the lower part of the beach to the upper part. This reshapes the beach profiles so that it is more able to absorb wave energy and reduce the impact of storms. This process helps to maintain or enhance the beach's natural defence mechanisms. Beach reprofiling is a soft engineering approach and is often used as part of broader coastal management strategies to ensure sustainable coastline protection.
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