July 20, 2026: As of early Monday morning, sand-pumping operations have crossed the Third Street jetty. The beach entrances at Pennlyn Place, Delancey Place, Third Street and Park Place are closed. The beaches from First Street to Second Street are open with two lifeguarded areas open for swimming. The beaches at Fourth Street and Brighton Place are open to beachgoers with a guarded swimming area at Brighton Place.

In the first stage of the project, work is proceeding southward toward 12th Street. When that is complete, work will move northward toward Great Egg Harbor Inlet. Approximately 1,000 feet of beach (two blocks) surrounding the immediate work area will be closed to public access at any time. Sand-pumping operations will continue 24 hours a day for the duration of the project. Sand ramps will be constructed over the pipeline at all beach entrances as work progresses down the beach.

All projected timelines are subject to weather delays, equipment and logistics issues, and multiple other factors. Please check back regularly for updates.

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