What is the Ike Dike? The Gulf Coast storm surge barrier, explained

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View in browser   Top Story What is the Ike Dike? The Gulf Coast storm surge barrier, explained The Gulf Coast Ike Dike is a large, often controversial topic throughout Texas. But given the longstanding confusion around the project, its plans, timeline and funding, many no longer understand everything it entails. In broad terms, the "Ike Dike" refers to a longstanding proposal to shore up dunes on Galveston and High islands, raise the seawall and construct a large, moveable gate at the mouth of Galveston Bay to protect the Texas coastline from the worst swells and storms.  Read More » Unsubscribe  |  Manage Preferences  |  Privacy Notice Chron.com 4747 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77027 © 2021 Hearst Communications