Unfinished Seawall Project Leaves Rayong’s Son Krasip Beach in Disrepair
A 59-million-baht seawall project at Son Krasip Beach in Rayong has been abandoned by the contractor, leading to severe coastal erosion and public outcry.
According to a report by Thai Post, Son Krasip Beach in Rayong has fallen into a state of neglect following the abandonment of a 59-million-baht seawall construction project. The unfinished infrastructure, characterized by exposed concrete pillars, has failed to prevent coastal erosion, resulting in the loss of numerous coconut and pine trees that once defined the area's landscape.
Local residents and visitors have expressed significant frustration regarding the current state of the beach, with some locals ironically renaming the site 'Son Ninta' (Gossip Pine) Beach. An 82-year-old resident who monitors the area noted that the site has become effectively deserted due to the hazardous and unsightly conditions created by the stalled construction.
For travelers and residents, this situation highlights a significant degradation of a local recreational area. The exposed concrete structures pose potential safety risks and detract from the natural beauty that previously attracted visitors. At this time, it remains to be confirmed what actions, if any, local authorities will take to resume the project, remove the hazardous materials, or restore the coastline. There is currently no official timeline for the completion of the seawall or the rehabilitation of the beach environment.
