In , the U. It was still incomplete when Confederate and federal forces occupied it during the Civil War. Some improvements were made early in the twentieth century, such as new artillery batteries, but little else was done until World War II , when a radar installation was erected, operating until about Dauphin Island Sea Lab A post office was established on the island in The Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo began as a fishing contest in , and much of the island was bought in by a real estate firm that included future Alabama congressman Frank Boykin.
He would later seek federal funds to construct a bridge to the mainland, which was completed by , prompting a surge in economic growth centered on tourism , specifically the island's beaches.
The Town of Dauphin Island, which was then described in a local paper as a village, now features hotels, restaurants, water sports companies, and other recreational operations.
The island also has become a center for aquatic research. The Auburn University Shellfish Laboratory, a joint project of Auburn's Department of Fisheries and Allied Aquaculture and commercial fishing interests, opened in The bridge reopened in The island again suffered considerable damage from Hurricane Katrina in , cutting off the uninhabited western half.
The Deepwater Horizon oil spill in left its beaches littered with tar balls, and Hurricane Isaac in washed over the island, once more changing the island's shape. In , the state completed repairs filling in the pass that was caused by Hurricane Katrina using funds it received from British Petroleum as compensation for the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.
The population in Dauphin Island, according to Census estimates, was 1, Of that number, According to Census estimates, the workforce in Dauphin Island was divided among the following industrial categories:. Here you can get a glimpse of a wide variety of bird species, butterflies, fish and even alligators deep within the swamps on several trails as well as a 1,foot boardwalk. The Dauphin Island Sea Lab is one of the most visited attractions on the island, being a large dedicated marine research center and public aquarium.
The sea lab offers a place for kids and adults to learn all about marine biology in a fun and interesting way with frequent tours and programs throughout the year including summer camps.
The Estuarium at the sea lab is open to the public year-round, offering a 7,gallon stingray touch pool, 10, square feet of exhibits, and a total of 31 aquariums where you can see over species. Let ACP Vacation Rentals connect you with the or a pet-friendly vacation rental that will have all the conveniences your family or group needs during your stay on Dauphin Island. You can browse available vacation rentals directly on our website and request an instant quote whenever you would like.
Or you may call us at if you have any specific questions about your upcoming Dauphin Island vacation. Clear Dates. Arrival Date. Departure Date. See Rentals. Contact Us. Box Bienville Blvd. Analysis of multiple lidar datasets at Dauphin Island, Alabama, revealed systematic, island-wide elevation differences on the order of 10s of centimeters cm that were Skip to main content.
Search Search. Petersburg Coastal and Marine Science Center. Alabama Barrier Island Restoration Study. Science Center Objects Overview Publications Partners Scientists are collecting geologic data and developing a numerical model framework to understand the evolution of Dauphin Island over the last years and assess the future evolution of the island over the next years, including the impacts of potential restoration scenarios. The SPCMSC is working on research efforts focused on: Characterizing the geology and bathymetry surrounding Dauphin Island; Sediment characterization and distribution; Conducting a historical shoreline change analysis of the gulf and estuarine shorelines; Developing hydrodynamic and morphological models that can predict the decadal-scale evolution of Dauphin Island.
Bathymetric and Geophysical Characterization. Merged topographic and bathymetric digital elevation model of Dauphin Island. Below are publications associated with this project. Filter Total Items: 4. Year Published: Correction of elevation offsets in multiple co-located lidar datasets IntroductionTopographic elevation data collected with airborne light detection and ranging lidar can be used to analyze short- and long-term changes to beach and dune systems.
Thompson, David M. Soupy; Long, Joseph W. Attribution: St. Virgin Islands. View Citation. Thompson, D. Geological Survey Open-File Report —, 10 p. Below are partners associated with this project. Filter Total Items: 3.
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