Beach Scarp (Geoform Type)

Component: Geoform

Unique Identifier: 154

Geoform Origin	Geologic
Geoform	Scarp/Wall
Geoform Type	Beach Scarp

Description

Definition

An almost vertical slope (caused by wave erosion) that fronts a berm on a beach. Scarps may range in height from several centimeters to a few meters, depending on the character of the wave action and the nature and composition of the beach.