Stilling wave basin to solve local overtopping problem in the Oostende project

In Oostende (Belgium) a multifunctional project is designed to solve two main problems: coastal protection and harbour access. Firstly, with regard to coastal protection: it is decided that the city of Oostende should be protected against a storm with return period 1000 year which is characterized by SWL = TAW + 7.25 m, H s = 5.22m, T p = 12.0s. The actual seadike with crest level at TAW + 9.60 is clearly too low (see Fig. 1). Secondly, the access to the harbour will be ameliorated. The actual access channel, which is situated between two curved jetties and groins, will be straightened and tur... Mehr ...