Living Shorelines

Stabilize shorelines while supporting vegetation and natural coastal protection.

Living shorelines help protect coastal, lakefront, and waterfront areas from erosion while preserving a more natural appearance. Instead of relying only on traditional hard armor, living shoreline systems can combine vegetation, soil stabilization, and structural support to help absorb wave energy, reduce shoreline loss, and support long-term resilience.

The GEOWEB® Shoreline Protection System confines infill within a 3D cellular structure to help stabilize shoreline slopes, banks, and water-contact areas. The system can support topsoil, vegetation, aggregate, or concrete infill depending on site conditions, water exposure, and performance requirements.

For shoreline slopes, transition areas, or sites needing additional grade support, GEOWEB Slope Protection and GEOWEB Retaining Wall System can also support natural-looking, vegetated designs. Together, these systems provide flexible shoreline protection for coastal edges, inland waterways, lakefronts, and habitat-sensitive areas.
 

Key Benefits

• Helps reduce shoreline erosion and surface loss
• Supports vegetated and natural-looking shoreline designs
• Stabilizes soil, aggregate, or concrete infill in shoreline applications
• Helps protect slopes, banks, and water-contact areas
• Provides flexible protection for changing site and water conditions
• Supports long-term shoreline resilience and lower maintenance needs