Field Measurements and Modelling of Vessel-Generated Waves and Caused Bank Erosion—A Case Study at the Sabine–Neches Waterway, Texas, USA

The Sabine–Neches Waterway (SNWW) is home to the largest commercial port of United States military and refineries that produce 60% nation’s jet fuel. deposited sediments from bank erosion due wake wash result in frequent dredging keep waterway operational. This study investigates vessel-generated waves their impacts on erosion. Surface wave data at Golden Pass City Port Arthur Park dock were measured using a 1 MHz Aquadopp Profiler. Bank properties such as soil strengths samples collected. Acceptable predictive models for estimating maximum heights caused by vessels sailing through SNWW developed validated with recorded data. Vessel-generated are found enough shear forces mobilize bed cause rate increases an increase height or decrease water depth. toe occurs both monitoring locations. stability model (BSTEM) results suggest potential protection options large woody debris riprap Arthur. However, other stronger stabilization methods required Pass.