PROJECT CASE STUDY
Port Fourchon
Natrx produced site-specific ExoForm™ modules to support the growth of a healthy marine-life habitat in Southeast Louisiana. The installation of Natrx ExoForms™ maximized the surface area for oyster habitation and created a recreational fishing environment for the community at a challenging shallow water site.
Where: Timbalier Bay, Louisiana
When: December 2023
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Partners: CCA Louisiana, Chevron, Danos
Project: Natural Habitat Maintenance & Recreational Development
Application: Marine Life and Port Community
PROJECT GOALS
Maximize surface area for oyster habitats within the vertical constraint of 1.5 feet
Develop recreational fishing area in Southeast Louisiana
Demonstrate Natrx Exoform™ versatility when compared to other traditional products such as rock or concrete
Provide best outcome for client with consideration of project site limitations and budget constraints
Quick and Safe Installation of ExoForms™
PROJECT OUTCOMES
Custom ExoForms™ allow for support of 19 ft² of oyster habitat per ExoForm.
Project includes 340 ExoForms™ providing 6,460 ft² of oyster habitat
Provided 4.2x surface area advantage compared to previously available footprint for healthy oyster habitat
Promoted the growth and maintenance of native marine life to support a recreational fishing area and encourage healthy and resilient biodiversity growth
ExoForms designed for shallow water site
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