August 21, 2026: Sand-pumping operations remain in the area of Stenton Place and North Street on Friday morning. Beaches from First Street and to the south are open with guarded swimming areas. Beaches north of North Street are open with guarded swimming areas. Beaches in the work area at Stenton Place and North Street are.closed.

In the first stage of the project, work progressed from First Street southward toward 12th Street. Work is now moving 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.

See aerial video from August 20, 2026 below or here.

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