Townsend Inlet is the waterway between the barrier islands of Seven Mile Beach (to its south) and Ludlam Island (to its north). Unlike Corson Inlet, this inlet has been stabilized by jetties. Though the jetties temporarily help prevent sand deposition, Townsend Inlet has been dredged several times.

The shoreline on the southern part of the inlet has undergone rapid erosion. Houses are protected by a low rock bulkhead. A series of groins futilely protects the inlet beach. In contrast, the beach on the northern side of the inlet is growing.

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