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Long Beach’s Peninsula keeps washing away. The fix could cost hundreds of millions
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: John Donegan | Long Beach Post , as published by LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· September 28, 2026
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Key points The cost to address the issue could be substantial, with initial stabilization efforts estimated to be roughly $3 million. Damage from waves has been severe, with a bulkhead exposed after sand erosion.
Damage from waves has been severe, with a bulkhead exposed after sand erosion. Nearby homes were affected, and a boardwalk was torn up. A significant amount of sand was lost, revealing a decades-old structure.
The cost to address the issue could be substantial, with initial stabilization efforts estimated to be roughly $3 million. Further work may be needed, potentially involving much larger expenditures.
A city official has outlined the extent of the damage in a recent memo, providing details on the impact to the area, including the loss of boardwalk decking and support.
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Published: September 28, 2026 ·
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