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Not long after Mrs. Jefferson Patterson donated her property to the State of Maryland in 1983, JPPM officials acted on the need to stabilize the eroding shorefront. At stake was the protection of over 70 known archaeological sites spanning 9,000 years of history. From the mid 1980s through the present day, JPPM staff has worked with state, federal and local government agencies and private contractors to design and construct innovative erosion control solutions, while maintaining and enhancing habitat Erosion control projects were built in phases, proceeding from the northern park border to the southern tip at Peterson Point. |
The project designs reflect an ongoing evolution of erosion control techniques, custom fitted to each shoreline section. For park visitors who want to learn more about this subject, a “Living Shorelines” interpretive tour has been developed for four site locations along the waterfront. Sites are marked with a marsh grass symbol and number. Each site can be observed from designated walking trails, except site 4, which is viewed by appointment only through the Visitor Center. Tour visitors can obtain this map and a descriptive narrative for each site at the Visitor Center, or click on the site to download a copy. |
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