how to build marine artificial reefs

Authors

R. O. Parker Jr., National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
R. B. Stone, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
C. C. Buchanan, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
F. W. Steimle Jr., National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Date of this Version

1974

Comments

Published in Fishery Facts-10 pp.0-53 (1974)

Abstract

Artificial reefs provide or improve rough bottom habitat and offer fishery scientists and administrators an effective technique to conserve and develop coastal fishery resources. With careful planning and organized efforts, local reef committees can build reefs to improve fishing and contribute to the recreational and financial growth of coastal communities. Advice and procedures are presented for: 1) selecting construction materials, 2) determining a suitable reef site, 3) obtaining permits, 4) buoying the reef, and 5) preparing, transporting, and placing reef-building materials. Included in appendixes are instructions for preparing permits, addresses of Federal and State agencies involved in approving or funding reef construction, and addresses of manufacturers of materials and equipment.