Development and migration of barrier islands, northern Gulf of Mexico: discussion.

Date

1970

Authors

Hoyt, J.H.

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Abstract

Discusses formation of barrier islands in the northern Gulf of Mexico. Specific areas mentioned include the Chandeleur Islands, Grand Gosier Islands, Galveston Island, Laguna Madre Island, Padre Island, and Horn Island.

Description

p. 3779-3782.

Keywords

barrier islands, coastal morphology, beach accretion, erosion, sediment movement

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