In order to ensure the integrity of the City's canal system, an assessment of the seawall panels is performed annually. [Add basic information on what is assessed, what assessment results are, and how that is used to develop replacement program]

Annual Seawall Assessment

January 12, 2026 through March 31, 2026 (weather and equipment operation permitting), the annual seawall assessment is scheduled, for north PGI locations. During winter  low tide periods City staff will be inspecting the seawalls in the northwest and northeast zones of Punta Gorda Isles. The boundary of these zones are Aqui Esta Dr., Colony Point Dr., Charlotte Harbor and Magdalina Dr.

Seawall Panel Standards and Production

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Seawall Replacement

Replacing seawalls is a large undertaking, and requires the cooperation of staff who produce seawall panels and monitor contractors, residents who ready their property for work, and contractors who install the panels and sod. An overview of the process can be viewed below.

Seawall Replacement Schedule

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