Understand, visualize, and adapt to sea level rise, coastal storms, and erosion hazards.
WHAT’S NEW? Updated website, new mapping user interface, new groundwater data
Author: Maya Hayden
NEW: Rising groundwater tables
The hidden hazard beneath our feet.
Consider coastal storms in planning
Coastal storms can increase water levels on the West Coast by an additional 6 feet.
Nature-based solutions
Wetlands, beaches, and hybrid measures provide multi-benefit adaptation solutions.
Trusted science to support decision making
The USGS Coastal Storm Modeling System is cutting edge, peer reviewed, and has been used by over 100 local, state, and federal organizations for sea level rise adaptation planning.