Over the Top

Regardless of attempts to stabilize the loose sediments along the north shore seabluffs, they erode. The uncontrollable forces of tides, wind, weather and sheer gravity undermine them. Any structures that cannot be moved to safer ground eventually collapse.

Perched about 25 feet from the seabluff, Joe and Pat Lawlor's home provided comfort, security, and a stunning view of Kachemak Bay for many years. They had hoped to live out their lives here, knowing that their front yard typically eroded about a foot a year. On a dark winter night in 2001, their entire front yard slid onto the beach. Their home sat dangerously on the edge, front porch dangling.

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