Figure 14. Simulated flooding for Wells Beach with 2-ft rise in sea level at HAT conditions. Only minor flooding is apparent on the marsh (Webhannet River) side of the island, where several low-lying areas are flooded. Portions of the existing jetties are also overtopped.

Higher resolution PDF image of Figure 14.

HAT = highest annual tide

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Last updated on April 21, 2006

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