The Shelter Island boat launch is currently operating with one lane open during a major improvement project to provide better access for boaters. After the Labor Day weekend (Sept. 1-4), it will be completely closed from Sept. 5 through the completion of construction, currently anticipated for next March.
\nOne of the busiest boat launches in California, with an estimated 50,000 launches annually, the approximately $9.5 million improvement project was designed with extensive public outreach. It has received funding from the California Department of Boating and Waterways and the Wildlife Conservation Board.
\nThe closure will allow the contractor to continue jetty removal operations to make room for the new concrete breakwater and walkway. Alternate boat launch facilities are available.
\nThe improvement project has been underway since May 30. Since then, the contractor has begun the removal of the west jetty and installation of a cofferdam \u2013 a watertight enclosure that is pumped dry to permit construction of the new concrete ramp.
\nAll new piles and concrete wall panels for the project are currently in fabrication off-site. When complete, the new and improved boat launch will be easier to navigate and include these improvements:
\n\u2022\u00a0An enlarged maneuvering area in the basin;
\n\u2022 Longer boarding floats;
\n\u2022 Public walking platforms with viewing areas;
\n\u2022 New signage and lighting; and \u2022 Docks, public walkways and restrooms that are up to current ADA standards.
\nConstructed in the mid-1950s with a single-lane concrete launch ramp, Shelter Island boat launch’s last major improvement was completed in the mid-1970s when the existing 10-lane boat launching ramp was constructed. The facility is used by recreational boaters from the general public, including small yachts, inboard and out-board motorboats, private fishing boats, fishing tournament boats and amphibious tour buses.
\n“This project recognizes that the boat launch needs to be enlarged, made more safe and more navigable and maneuverable making it easier for boats to move around within the basin once they’re in the water,” said Brianne Page, marketing and public relations representative for the Port District.\u00a0
\n“It will increase the length of the boarding floats. We’ll be installing a public walking platform with viewing areas. We’ll also be installing more signage and better lighting, as well as bring the restrooms up to current ADA standards.”
\nA list of alternate launch ramps in San Diego Bay and adjacent areas:
\n\u2022\u00a0San Diego Bay \u2013 Kayak Launch Ramp, 2869 Historic Decatur Road;
\n\u2022\u00a0Mission Bay \u2013 Dana Landing,\u00a02580 Ingraham St.;
\n\u2022\u00a0Mission Bay \u2013 South Shores,\u00a0S. Shores Park Drive;
\n\u2022\u00a0Mission Bay \u2013 Ski Beach Boat Launch Ramp,\u00a0Ingraham Street and Vacation Road;
\n\u2022\u00a0Mission Bay \u2013 Santa Clara Point, 1001 Santa Clara Place.
\n\u2022\u00a0Mission Bay \u2013 De Anza Cove Boat Launch, E. Mission Bay Drive;
\n\u2022\u00a0San Diego Bay \u2013 MCRD Boat House (military only),\u00a0131 Neville Road;
\n\u2022\u00a0Coronado \u2013 Coronado Boat Launch, Glorietta Bay, 1975 Strand Way;
\n\u2022\u00a0National City \u2013 Pepper Park, Tidelands Avenue;
\n\u2022\u00a0Chula Vista \u2013 Chula Vista Boat Launch Marina,\u00a0Marina Way, Chula Vista;
\n\u2022\u00a0Oceanside \u2013 Oceanside Harbor Boat Launch, 1380 N. Pacific St., Oceanside.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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