25 FIIS_043_USACE_LI Intracoastal Waterway_Griffin_Permit.pdf

This is a Special Use Permit issued by the National Park Service for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers NY District to conduct a beach restoration project at Fire Island National Seashore. The permit authorizes sand placement from the Long Island Intracoastal Waterway Federal Navigation Channel along the Fire Island National Seashore shoreline, with the goal of stabilizing the ocean shoreline and protecting against past storm events. The project involves placing approximately 1.5 feet of sand on the beach, with a 40-foot seaward baseline and a slope matching the existing beach profile.

The permit is valid from October 1, 2025 to January 31, 2026 and includes specific equipment and activity restrictions. Permitted equipment includes dredging vessels, construction trucks, generators, and ATVs. Access will be gained through Smith Point County Park, with construction equipment potentially offloaded by barge. Key requirements include minimizing environmental disturbance, preventing invasive species spread, maintaining site safety, and complying with environmental regulations. The permitee must provide insurance, notify the National Park Service of project details, and be responsible for restoring any park resources damaged during construction.