Harpswell, West Bath, Phippsburg prepare for sea level rise

FORECASTER • August 31, 2022

As sea levels rise, locations in Phippsburg, West Bath and Harpswell all face potential flooding that could impact areas where buildings, roads, or parking areas are now located. The three towns have been working for almost a year to assess key waterfront areas and decide on the best ways to adapt them to rising waters as Maine’s coastal towns search for solutions to protect residents, properties and working waterfronts.