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Coastal Classification Atlas

South Texas Coastal Classification Maps - Mansfield Channel to the Rio Grande

USGS Open File Report 2006-1133

Robert A. Morton, Russell L. Peterson

Report Home Maps Overview Mapping Methods Coastal Classifications Geologic Setting Coastal Processes Coastal Vulnerability Classification Summary References

References

  • Morton, R. A., 1994, Texas Barriers, in Davis, R. A., ed., Geology of Holocene Barrier Islands: Springer-Verlag, Berlin, p. 75-114.
  • Morton, R. A., 2002, Factors controlling storm impacts on coastal barriers and beaches - A preliminary basis for real-time forecasting: Journal of Coastal Research, v. 18, p. 486-501.
  • Morton, R. A., and Sallenger, A. H., 2003, Morphological impacts of extreme storms on sandy beaches and barriers: Journal of Coastal Research, v. 19, p. 560-573.
  • Simpson, R. H., and Lawrence, M. B., 1971, Atlantic hurricane frequencies along the U.S. coastline: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, NOAA Technical Memorandum NWS SR-581, 15p.

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