A lookout deck with exposed support pilings after a series of storms, Fire Island, NY

A pavilion/lookout deck with exposed support pilings after a series of storms, Fire Island, NY. Resources for beachgoers drive tourism for many coastal communities. Having boardwalks, seating, and walkways can enhance access to the beach. However, these structures are at risk of damage from high water events due to their proximity to the beach. In this case, two high water events in two years removed most of the sand from around the support pilings and created a hazard after the dune was washed away.