North Beach and Area 1 Initial Sand Placement

The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is implementing the North Beach and Area 1 Initial Sand Placement project to protect the railroad embankment along the LOSSAN Rail Corridor in San Clemente, California. Approved on July 1, 2025, the project aims to mitigate coastal erosion and prevent rail service disruptions by placing up to 30,000 cubic yards of sand. This emergency action is authorized under CEQA Statutory Exemptions 15269(b) and (c), which allow for immediate repairs to essential transportation facilities to prevent substantial harm. Sand will be sourced from both inland and offshore sites and delivered via trucks and offshore dredge hoppers. The placement process may be phased over several storm seasons, with the schedule remaining flexible as the design evolves. The project is currently listed as a forecast with Jim Beil, Executive Director of Capital Programs, serving as the lead agency contact. Due to its status as an emergency project, the available documentation focuses on environmental compliance and project scope rather than detailed procurement terms, pricing, or formal contract clauses.