Earlier this week, Margate was forced to close off 25 parking spaces along busy Amherst Ave. The spots will be barricaded throughout the summer to protect against a ‘failing bulkhead.’ Some restaurants and marinas could be affected.
Residents were quick to point out the hypocrisy in this situation. To date, over $80 million has been spent for non-critical dune, drainage and outfall construction on the front beaches.
Margate Bulkhead Upgrade Needed
Virtually nothing has been spent to deal with harmful Margate back-bay surge, that weakened the bulkheads over time. The back bay regularly threatens…and sometimes pummels, homeowners during rough weather.
The Margate city engineer calls the area a potential hazard. A permanent fix is needed. It’s beyond repair. The pavement could cave in.
Bulkhead has already started caving in on left side of Lamberti’s. There is literally no support remaining.