Fostering Marine Life with BaseLok^®

Living shorelines are the preferred alternative to traditional bulkheads and sea walls, which typically destroy intertidal habitats and increase scour on adjacent properties. BaseLok supports this "greener" engineering approach through several key technologies.

In deeper or higher-energy environments, BaseLok marine mattresses can be used as a stable foundation for oyster reef restoration. The high-strength geogrid cage provides a rugged, permeable surface that encourages oyster larvae (spat) to attach and grow. Over time, the oyster reef becomes the primary defense against wave energy, while the BaseLok system underneath ensures the reef remains stable and doesn't sink into the soft seabed. By integrating structural engineering with biological growth, BaseLok helps create resilient coastal environments that thrive as part of the natural ecosystem.

Applicable Project Types

• Living shoreline and salt marsh restoration
• Oyster reef and coral reef foundation support
• Mangrove and coastal vegetation stabilization
• Shoreline rehabilitation in wildlife preserves and parks
• Ecologically-sensitive erosion control for private estates

BaseLok solutions empower engineers and environmentalists to work together, delivering coastal protection that actively contributes to the health and biodiversity of our oceans and estuaries.