Protection of Galveston, Texas, From Overflows by Gulf Storms: Grade-Raising, Seawall and Embankment

The Galveston Seawall and grade-raising was designed and constructed to protect the people and property of Galveston, Texas, from hurricane storm surges and waves. The planning started shortly after the great hurricane of 8 September 1900 took an estimated 6,000 lives. The project, with additions has been eminently successful. The ASBPA recognizes this achievement by presenting the 1990 Coastal Projects Award to the County of Galveston, The City of Galveston, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston District.