The Economic Times

In 2023, North Carolina sank 1,700 tons of concrete pipes and manholes at AR-305; the material added fish habitat off the coast of Beaufort

In July 2023, the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries implemented an innovative project by submerging recycled concrete pipes and manholes as artificial reefs about 28 miles off Beaufort. This initiative has successfully lured both fish and divers, showcasing the potential of reclaimed materials to enhance marine habitats. However, while artificial reefs show promise, they are not a complete fix for diminishing fish habitats.