Impact of the permeable breakwater on spatiotemporal siltation in a semi-enclosed harbor: case study of Binhai Harbor, China

Key Points

• Reduced siltation effectively supports navigation and harbor operations, improving overall functionality.
• After implementing the permeable breakwater, silt levels decreased by approximately 30% over six months.
• Observation of hydrodynamic changes helps understand sediment behavior around the breakwater structures.
• This study highlights the importance of innovative coastal structures for sediment management in similar environments.