Coastal Modeling System Flow modeling software by Aquaveo was used to evaluate coastal hydrodynamics and simulate tide gate operation for managing stormwater runoff, mitigation of future storm damage, and resiliency against future sea level rise. The Big Picture Less than 10 percent of mainland America is located Program predict that Atlantic hurricanes will intensify on a coast, yet the National Oceanic and Atmospheric as the ocean warms. With a growing concentration Administration has found that 39 percent of the of people in vulnerable areas, reevaluating resilience population (123 million people) live in coastal strategies in coastal communities is needed to make shoreline counties, as of 2010. Additionally, climate sure they are protected against natural disasters. scientists from the U.S. Global Change Research Proposed trails and pathways would give residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy Oakwood Beach's natural scenery. In addition to critical infrastructure improvements, Dewberry incorporated urban planning into the feasibility study to revitalize Oakwood Beach. Winter 2015 7