Constructing sustainable infrastructure for the Port of San Diego @econcretetech

Uploaded April 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago

ECOncrete worked with the Port to design a single-layer armor that brings structural support and native habitat to rock riprap. After design and shipping, ECOncrete guided the casting and installation to support a smooth deployment.

74 interlocking single-layer armor units were deployed in two pilot sections, putting local contractors to work during COVID-19. The units were rotated to mimic tidepool and cave habitats for local marine life. After a successful 3-day installation, the Port is working with ECOncrete to install 1,000 additional feet of coastal protection.

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