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How Should Hurricane Damage At Dry Tortugas National Park Be Repaired?

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By Compiled From N... - January 17th, 2022

The National Park Service is formulating plans for repairs to the counterscarp that rings Fort Jefferson/NPS file

Three somewhat recent hurricanes -- Harvey, Irma, and Maria -- did damage to Dry Tortugas National Park off the southern tip of Florida, and now the National Park Service is working on plans for repairs to the moat wall that surrounds Fort Jefferson in the park.

The purpose of the work is to repair sections of the counterscarp (aka moat wall) damaged by Hurricane Irma and to remove sand deposits that accumulated from the hurricane within the moat and finger piers. 

“We are pleased to offer this opportunity to hear from our community and stakeholders,” said Glenn Simpson, the park's manager. “This plan would help address Hurricane Irma damages at the primary visitor destination in the park and evaluate options to repair the counterscarp to achieve a more durable structure while still maintaining its historic fabric.”

The repairs and dredging will be supported by construction funds allocated through Public Law 115-123 for national park units significantly impacted by hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria.

The public can view a project newsletter with information about the project and alternative concepts and submit written comments on the NPS Planning, Environment and Public Comment (PEPC) website at https://parkplanning.nps.gov/drto.

The public comment period is open now through February 14. Although submitting comments through the project website is preferred, comments may also be mailed to:

Glenn Simpson, Park Manager
Attn: Fort Jefferson Counterscarp Repairs and Dredging of Selected Areas Project
40001 State Road 9336, Homestead, FL 33034-6733

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