Project Update and Notice of Extended Work Hours

July was a busy month at the Marina construction site! A portion of the western dry shed was demolished and the large concrete approach to the new travel lift bay/pier was constructed in its place. Bulkhead construction continued with installation of additional permanent ground anchors and concrete finishing work on the water side face of the pile cap. Fuel system upgrades took center stage during the month of July, as did additional underground utility work.

August 1st signals the re-opening of the in-water work window for the North Marina Combined Projects. The Federal and State permitting agencies that authorize elements of the project limit all “in-water work” to the period from August 1 through February 15. The purpose of this limitation is to meet the requirements of the Endangered Species Act and for the protection of the Puget Sound Chinook, steelhead, and bull trout. Beginning Monday, August 2nd, IMCO General Construction will start several phases of in-water work including dredging, installation of additional steel sheet pile/pipe piles, and installation of new floating docks. In addition, IMCO will continue their upland work including underground utilities, sidewalks, parking and landscaping improvements.

With in-water work resuming, tidal conditions will once again be a factor in scheduling of construction activities. IMCO General Construction has received approval to extend their work hours next week in order to perform dredging activities during the lower tides. Approved hours are as follows:
Monday, August 2 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (regular hours)
Tuesday, August 3 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 4 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 5 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Friday, August 6 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 7 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (if needed)

Approval for the extended works hours included the following conditions:

1. The Contractor is required to comply with all noise requirements established by the City’s Municipal Code and WAC 173-60; and
2. Construction lighting shall be directed away from the residential areas and is limited to lighting needed to safely illuminate the work zone as established by industry standards.

While much work has been completed, there is still much yet to be done. Therefore, please continue to exercise caution when in the vicinity of the construction work zone. Fencing and barriers are in place for the safety of both Marina visitors/tenants and the construction workers.

If you have any questions regarding the project, please contact Doreen Torseth, North Marina Combined Projects Contract Administrator (206-212-6372) or the Marina Office (206-824-5700).