In October 2025, the combination of king tides and rough surf left a visible mark on Volusia County’s coast from Ponce Inlet to Daytona Beach.
What the water did
WFTV reported on October 13, 2025 that strong waves destroyed the wooden walkway at the Ponce Inlet jetty and scattered debris across beach approaches. Seaweed lines showed the tide had reached the beach ramps. Sand that had been placed through the Ponce Inlet dredge project to protect Daytona Beach Shores had been swept away.
Rebuilding
According to WFTV, the county is working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on a concrete replacement for the walkway, a process that involves permits that can take years. In the meantime, the wooden structure will continue to be rebuilt temporarily. Volusia Beach Safety warned of rough surf and floating debris.
What residents said
Resident Isabel Macdougall said, “They spent so much time rebuilding it, and it just gets redestroyed.” Another, Joann Juralewicz, said, “The ocean is angry right now.”
For background on this stretch of coast, see our article on Hurricane Nicole and the Volusia coast.
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Questions and answers
What happened at the Ponce Inlet jetty in October 2025?
WFTV reported that strong waves destroyed the jetty’s wooden walkway.
What happened to the sand placed for Daytona Beach Shores?
Sand from the Ponce Inlet dredge project was swept away, according to WFTV.
Will the walkway be replaced?
The county is working with the Army Corps on a concrete replacement; the wooden walkway is being rebuilt in the meantime.
This article is general information drawn from the sources listed below. It is not professional, legal, insurance or restoration advice. DIY-DRY is an equipment rental company.
Sources
- WFTV, “King tides batter Volusia County beaches: walkways gone, sand swept away”, Oct. 13, 2025 – wftv.com