The proposed project aims to protect San Francisco's waterfront, which includes major tourist destinations such as Fisherman’s Wharf and the Embarcadero, from regular flooding caused by rising sea levels. Without intervention, these areas could face significant damage, threatening the city's economy and cultural landmarks. The plan also addresses the vulnerability of the 1800s-era seawall, which is built on unstable soil and bay mud. However, delays in securing federal funding and environmental policy rollbacks could slow progress, potentially increasing the project's cost and leaving the city exposed to escalating flood risks.