The waves scour the east shoreline and create a natural channel next to it. He said three options are possible to stop the decretion at the end of Holiday Isle. The second option is to build protective structures, such as detached breakwaters, to interdict waves before they hit the shoreline. The third possibility is to alter the jetties themselves so waves from the southwest cannot reach into the pass. Melvin said he wants to schedule another meeting after the study is completed so a long-term solution can also be discussed in a workshop.
Destin officials are happy at the result of the meeting.
City Attorney Jerry Miller and Councilman Jim Foreman characterized the meeting as productive and worthwhile.