The Mid-Town Beach Renourishment Project in Palm Beach is set to begin February 17, aiming to restore sand lost due to storm damage along the beach from Seminole Avenue to Banyan Road. The project is federally authorized and managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in partnership with the Town of Palm Beach. 

• Project commencement and schedule: Initial mobilization starts February 17 with work occurring daily for about two weeks, followed by dredging operations beginning in March and project completion expected by the end of April. Traffic impacts include 8–10 trucks daily causing short delays at a key intersection, with an off-duty officer assisting traffic flow.  
• Project scope and logistics: Approximately 480,000 cubic yards of sand will be dredged from Palm Beach Harbor or approved offshore areas and distributed along the designated beach reaches. Equipment and materials will be mobilized mainly through Sunset Avenue and Peruvian Avenue beach access points, with possible additional staging areas. Temporary beach closures will occur, with efforts to minimize disruption.  
• Environmental considerations and benefits: The timing of renourishment is chosen to reduce impacts on sea turtles, though weather and equipment availability may affect the timeline. The project aims to protect the coastline, homes, and infrastructure from erosion, enhance recreational opportunities, support local businesses, improve beach aesthetics, and strengthen coastal resilience. 

Potential Traffic Impacts:  

• Short delays may occur at the intersection of North County Road and Sunset Avenue, seven days a week between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. 
• An off-duty officer will be on-site to assist with traffic flagging and monitoring. 
• The north side of Sunset Avenue will remain open for parking 

For additional information about the Mid-Town Beach Renourishment Project, including beach closures and project updates, visit the Coastal Protection section of the Town’s website or contact the Public Works Department at 561-838-5440. Visit the Town’s Traffic Impacts page for additional traffic information. Residents may also sign up online to receive email notifications about project updates.