Gananoque marina project making waves

The Gananoque Municipal Marina is undergoing a major transformation as Kehoe Marine Construction makes steady progress on its renovation project.

A recently released video update, shared on the Town of Gananoque’s Facebook page, showcases the work completed so far.

Curtis Ottenhof, Kehoe Marine’s senior project manager, led the video tour, detailing the upgrades being made to the marina’s infrastructure.

“The scope of work on this project is to remove an existing stationary dock that’s been in service for many years for the municipal marina here,” Ottenhof explained, “and replace it with a concrete deck, stationary dock.”

The aging timber crib structure is being replaced by a modern dock built on steel H-Piles, reinforced with a steel frame and topped with a concrete deck.

“We began with removing the existing interlock deck to expose the timber structure,” said Ottenhof. “And from there we will install our H-Piles as the foundation for the new structure.”

To establish this foundation, the team is using a barge-mounted excavator equipped with a pile-driving attachment to vibrate the H-Piles into place, ensuring stability and durability. The H-Piles are large steel beams shaped like the letter “H.”

“From there, we will install a steel frame structure that will be the pan deck for the concrete slab,” Ottenhof added.

Despite the significant changes, the new dock will maintain the same footprint as the previous one while introducing modern amenities, including upgraded electrical and plumbing systems.

Ottenhof emphasized the importance of the project for Gananoque’s waterfront access.

“This stationary dock is important for the town of Gananoque,” he said, “as it is the main access for the floating dock at the Gananoque Municipal Marina.”

The project remains on track for completion by March, promising improved functionality and a refreshed look for the marina just in time for the 2025 boating season.