Inspection finds leaking bulkheads in Captain’s Cove; letters sent to lot owners

A board member told the Accomack County Wetlands Board that a recent inspection of bulkheads and canals in Captain’s Cove found breaches where dirt and sand were leaking into canals, and that county letters were sent to affected lot owners asking them to repair the bulkheads.

The board heard that inspectors identified multiple lots with erosion or breaches and that approximately 10–15 letters may have been sent notifying owners of needed repairs; the exact number of letters was not specified. Members discussed that, depending on the nature of repairs, the wetlands board may become involved if repairs affect vegetated or non-vegetated wetlands.

Paul Watson and board members noted that some repairs may be routine maintenance, while others could require fuller repair or replacement that extends channelward into wetlands and therefore trigger additional review. A follow-up meeting on Sept. 2 was mentioned as the next step where owners and staff may discuss repair scope and needed permits.

No formal action was taken at the meeting; staff and board members asked to be notified if specific repair projects require wetlands board review.