Pokemouche

Pokemouche

Steps completed


Scenarios and risks (Préparatory step)

Flood and erosion risk analysis for Pokemouche

Technical and scientific work done in 2020.

Partners: Coastal Zones Research Institute Inc. (Valorēs), Groupe Regenord Inc., The Acadian Peninsula Regional Service Commission, Department of Environment and Local Government.

Results:

  • High-resolution elevation model based on LiDAR data
  • Sea level rise and storm surge level projections
  • Shoreline recession and advancement projections
  • Database of infrastructure at risk based on various flood and shoreline recession scenarios

Report: Chelbi, M. et Simard, I. 2021. Analyse des risques d’érosion et d’inondation côtières sur les infrastructures de l’estuaire de la rivière Pokemouche.


Erosion and flooding
In the example above, see the evolution of coastal erosion in the Pigeon Hill area from 1944 to 2012. Move the arrows!
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A rigorous process

Scenarios and risks

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Gain better knowledge of damage risks and risks to human health posed by erosion and flooding.

Maps and zoning

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Delineate areas at risk based on recommendations.

Priorities and potential strategies

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Identify and prioritise elements at stake within risk areas.

Evaluation and strategy selection

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Conduct more extensive studies for some of the adaptation measures under consideration.

Implement plans

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Define the details on when and how the actions will be taken and implemented.

Project progression

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Possible solutions

Adapting to climate change requires the implementation of several complementary measures on the same territory to ensure the safety of both the public and infrastructures. Here are some possible solutions.