Why Maine’s Sandy Shorelines Turn Jagged

Differences in the underlying bedrock and how rivers distribute sediment make the coastlines west of Portland look unlike those northeast of the city.

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Jul 21, 2026, 4:00 AM

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Why Maine’s Sandy Shorelines Turn Jagged
Differences in the underlying bedrock and how rivers distribute sediment make the coastlines west of Portland look unlike those northeast of the city.
Categories: Earth Observatory, Landsat 9, Topography
Published (UTC): 2026-07-21T04:00:00.000Z
Original source: https://science.nasa.gov/earth/earth-observatory/why-maines-sandy-shorelines-turn-jagged/

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