Manatee County is preparing to replace the aging seawall at Bishop Point Park with a living shoreline designed to reduce erosion, strengthen coastal resilience and create habitat for fish and wildlife.
The project, led by the county’s Natural Resources Department, will incorporate native vegetation, natural materials and other environmentally friendly features to stabilize the waterfront while supporting the surrounding ecosystem.
Unlike traditional seawalls, living shorelines use nature-based methods to protect coastal areas from erosion and wave activity. The approach can also improve water quality and provide habitat for marine life and other wildlife.
Bishop Point Park will be closed to the public during construction to ensure safety. The project is expected to take approximately 60 to 90 working days to complete.
Once finished, the new shoreline is intended to provide long-term protection against erosion while enhancing the park’s natural environment and waterfront.
The project is part of Manatee County’s efforts to improve coastal resilience through sustainable shoreline management.
Additional information is available on the county’s Bishop Point Living Shoreline Project page.
