MARINELAND, Fla. – Over 40 staffers from across the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District 2 supported beach renourishment efforts along State Road A1A in Marineland, planting over 19,000 sea oats to combat erosion.

Sea oats provide valuable erosion control for beach dunes due to their extensive root system. One plant is capable of thriving in sandy dune conditions, holding sand and soil in place during severe weather events like hurricanes and tropical storms. Additionally, sea oats can collect blowing sand, continue building the dune and offer lasting stabilization.

FDOT officials routinely seek opportunities to work with the environment and landscaping to support transportation through the state. Through tailored maintenance programs, FDOT maintenance professionals enhance aesthetics and provide resilient, cost-effective solutions for taxpayers.

FDOT’s innovative maintenance programs implement integrated vegetation management practices, which reduce long-term maintenance costs while increasing safety and sustainability. These programs include the planting of sea oats and FDOT’s wildflower program that supports pollinators and beneficial insects and fosters the growth of native grasses.

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