Coastal Erosion Protection – Engineered Stone Revetment Installation at Low Point Lighthouse

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) intends to implement coastal erosion protection measures at the Low Point Lighthouse in New Victoria, Nova Scotia. The shoreline at this site has experienced significant historical erosion, threatening the stability of the lighthouse foundation. Remnants of damaged rock-filled timber structures are currently visible, indicating previous failed protection efforts.

As part of the mitigation plan, DFO will construct an engineered stone revetment approximately 140 metres long along the shoreline surrounding the lighthouse. The anticipated design life of the structure is 50 to 75 years. The revetment will consist of a layered system of large engineered stone over filter layers and geotextile fabric to address the high proportion of fine-grained materials in the in-situ soil.

The revetment is designed to protect against erosion under projected year-2100 climate conditions and allows for future expansion in both height and length, if required. This initiative aims to prevent further shoreline retreat and preserve the historical lighthouse infrastructure.

All work will occur within the coastal footprint directly adjacent to the lighthouse. Sediment control measures will be implemented during construction to minimize environmental impact. No in-water work is planned, and no disruption to the marine environment is anticipated.

This project is part of DFO's commitment to protecting federal heritage infrastructure and adapting to the impacts of climate change on coastal assets.

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Latest update

The public comment period on the project is closed. Fisheries and Oceans Canada is considering comments received to date to inform its determination on whether carrying out of the project is likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

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Key documents

Key documents
Document number Document title File Date
1 Notice of Intent to Make a Determination – Start of Public Comment Period - November 25, 2025

Contacts

Fisheries and Oceans Canada/Real Property and Environmental Management
Andrew McKinnon, Project Engineer
1 Challenger Drive
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B2Y 4A2
Telephone: 902-292-4130
Email: Andrew.mckinnon@dfo-mpo.gc.ca


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  • Location

    • Low Point Lighthouse, New Victoria (Nova Scotia)

  • Nature of Activity

    • Building and Property Development

  • Assessment Status

    In progress

  • Start Date

    2025-11-25

  • Proponent

    Fisheries and Oceans Canada

  • Authorities

    • Fisheries and Oceans Canada

  • Assessment Type

    Project on federal lands

  • Reference Number

    90027

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