The new floating pontoon was installed at Raglan Wharf on Friday 31st March. It is now floating waiting for the gangway to be installed to connect it to the shore.
Constructing the gangway and pontoon
The new pontoon and gangway was made off-site. The pieces are being delivered progressively by truck to the wharf and placed by crane into the water.
The aim is to complete construction on the pontoon, eastern walkway, and kayak ramp by the end of April 2023.
Why has it been put in this location?
The eastern side of the wharf has been selected because it is the closest location to the boat ramp which will make it easier to maneuver boats in and out of the water. It is also a deeper location which allows us to build a longer pontoon and is better suited because it won’t affect the beach on the west side of the wharf and avoids the boat haul out facility.
How is this project being funded?
In 2019, Waikato District Council and the Raglan Community Board were granted $2.5 million in funding from the Provincial Growth Fund. This has been allocated to this project and three projects which are focused on the improvement of the wharf and wider harbour now and into the future.