Textual content description supplied by the architects.
“Galveston Bay Park (GBP) supplies long-term, multi-functional surge safety that may serve future generations. The proposed chain of constructed islands features a very important in-bay barrier system that guarantees enhanced storm surge safety for the commercial complexes and densely populated areas within the west and northwest areas of the bay. Scientific fashions present that even with future sea degree rise, the undertaking nonetheless supplies safety for essentially the most weak areas alongside the bay.
GBP is concurrently a chance to supply a brand new shoreline with miles of steady entry and almost 10,000 acres of public lands for recreation and appreciation of the bay’s ecosystem.
From this base infrastructure, a complete community of actions might be deliberate. From horse trails, to fish camps, to bicycle trails, the safety system’s islands will develop into locations for outside fans. In the midst of the bay, on the ship channel gate, an occasion heart will embody amphitheater seating and a floating stage.
Marinas for leisure vessels will create a complete new set of locations to go whereas out for a day on the bay.
Designed to be in-built quick, implementable phases, the park plan is conceived as residing infrastructure that’s adaptable and expandable over time. The islands are deliberate to help various habitat varieties, from tidal wetlands to coastal prairies.
The introduction of soppy tidal wetland edges alongside the outward edges of the barrier will defend the communities and business of the area, but additionally to start to revive the ecological vibrancy. New nesting websites for migratory birds, created oyster beds, and tidal wetlands supporting the various and distinctive wildlife of the bay are all a part of the reimagined Galveston Bay.”.
Galveston Bay Park Gallery