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This chapter describes the different methods most commonly used in the implementation of managed realignment. Following the wider definition of managed realignment proposed in Chap. 2, the implementation of managed realignment is more widespread than one might initially anticipate. Many approaches described in the literature reflect different ways in which managed realignment can be implemented. These approaches are grouped into five methods of implementation: removal of defences; breach of defences; realignment of defences; controlled tidal restoration (which includes regulated tidal exchange and controlled reduced tide) and managed retreat. This chapter provides examples of implementation worldwide and describes and contrasts each one of these methods.
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As reported by Le Conservatoire du Littoral at: http://www.conservatoire-du-littoral.fr/siteLittoral/57/28-l-aber-29-_finistere.htm.
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Information about the l’Aber Crozon was obtained from Brittany’s General Inventory of Cultural Heritage, available from: http://patrimoine.region-bretagne.fr/sdx/sribzh/main.xsp?execute=show_document&id=MERIMEEIA29004203.
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More information (including pre- and post-event photos) about this unexpected impact from the managed realignment at Freiston Shore through the perspective of the owner of the oyster farm is available at: http://washoyster.co.uk/.
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Scheldt is the English spelling for the Schelde, the original Dutch spelling.
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Photos and more information about the relocation of Cape Hatteras lighthouse are available at: http://www.nps.gov/caha/historyculture/movingthelighthouse.htm.
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A time-line and images illustrating the history of the Belle Tout is available at: http://www.belletout.co.uk/history.html.
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Esteves, L. (2014). Methods of Implementation. In: Managed Realignment : A Viable Long-Term Coastal Management Strategy?. SpringerBriefs in Environmental Science. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-017-9029-1_3
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