Overview
The Storm-induced BEAch CHange model (SBEACH) is a numerical
simulation model of cross-shore beach, berm, and dune erosion produced
by storm waves and water levels. The model is applied in beach fill
project design and evaluation and in other studies of beach profile
change. SBEACH operates in the CEDAS
graphical user interface designed to facilitate data input, model setup
and execution, and analysis of model results.
Numerical
Model Features
- Meso-scale sediment
transport model based
on equilibrium profile
concepts
- Sophisticated cross-shore
breaking wave model
of monochromatic and
irregular waves
- Calculation of runup,
wave-induced setup,
and dune overwash
- Representation of
seawalls and non-erodible
hard bottoms
- Automated calculation
of erosion parameters
used in project applications
User
Interface Features
- Graphical display
of model input/output
- Animation of calculated
profile change
- Batch-run capabilities
for multiple simulations
- Structured organization
of model data by project
reach
- Several formats for
import and export of
data
