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Buxton Today
By the People, for the People
Dare County Highlights 2026 Beach Nourishment Project
Video showcases plans to widen beaches and protect critical infrastructure on Hatteras Island
Mar. 14, 2026 at 1:28pm
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Dare County has released a new video highlighting an upcoming beach nourishment project scheduled for the summer of 2026 in the villages of Buxton and Avon on Hatteras Island. The project aims to widen existing beaches and create a larger protective barrier between the Atlantic Ocean and critical infrastructure, including N.C. Highway 12, to reduce vulnerability to storm surge and ocean overwash.
Why it matters
Hatteras Island's beaches have faced increasing erosion in recent years, putting vital roadways and infrastructure at risk. This beach nourishment project is part of Dare County's ongoing efforts to protect the shoreline and enhance the recreational beach for residents and visitors.
The details
The project will place sand along approximately 2.9 miles of shoreline in Buxton and 2.5 miles in Avon. It will also include repairs to the Buxton terminal groin to help stabilize the shoreline and strengthen long-term erosion control efforts.
- The beach nourishment project is scheduled to take place in the summer of 2026.
The players
Dare County
The local government agency responsible for the beach nourishment project and ongoing efforts to protect the shoreline on Hatteras Island.
Dustin Peele
Dare County Assistant County Manager/Special Projects and Procurement Manager, who explains the scope and purpose of the upcoming project in the video.
Current TV
The media partner that collaborated with Dare County to produce the video highlighting the beach nourishment project.
N.C. Highway 12
The critical infrastructure on Hatteras Island that the beach nourishment project aims to protect from storm surge and ocean overwash.
What they’re saying
“Throughout the video, Dare County Assistant County Manager/Special Projects and Procurement Manager Dustin Peele explains the scope and purpose of the upcoming project, outlines anticipated timelines for construction, and shares what residents, visitors and property owners can expect during construction.”
— Dustin Peele, Dare County Assistant County Manager/Special Projects and Procurement Manager
What’s next
As planning progresses and construction schedules for the 2026 beach nourishment project in Buxton and Avon are finalized, Dare County will continue to share updates on timing and active work areas at MoreBeachToLove.com.
The takeaway
This beach nourishment project is a critical investment by Dare County to protect Hatteras Island's beaches and vital infrastructure from the impacts of erosion and coastal storms, ensuring the long-term resilience of this popular tourist destination.
