Chattahoochee River GA BoardSafe floating dock installed
25 Oct

BoardSafe Docks stands out as the premier designer and manufacturer of the most structural and durable waterfront systems. Known for our expertise and innovative problem-solving, BoardSafe collaborates closely with clients to create customized solutions that meet site-specific needs. Rivers, lakes, and coastal environments can present unique accessibility needs, and BoardSafe Docks consistently delivers one-of-a-kind, long-lasting solutions to our customers.

Chattahoochee River GA BoardSafe floating dock installed

When the Trust for Public Land (TPL), a national nonprofit dedicated to protecting public lands and enhancing outdoor access, launched the Chattahoochee RiverLands project in Georgia, they knew they needed a partner with specialized design capabilities. TPL approached BoardSafe Docks and brought them into two projects that required specialized design, engineering, manufacturing, and installation expertise. Their initiative, which aims at creating 100 miles of trails and parks along the Chattahoochee River, called for a robust, reliable solution to provide safe, accessible river access points across unique terrain.

Chattahoochee River BoardSafe floating dock anchor

Chattahoochee Hills Camp

BoardSafe was the perfect fit for this challenge. For the first installation at Chattahoochee Hills Camp, BoardSafe designed, engineered, manufactured, and delivered an 80-foot gangway, a floating dock, and an accessible kayak launch equipped with an adaptive kit. What set this project apart was the complex slope of the riverbank and the potential for flooding and strong currents. BoardSafe responded by designing a unique foundation system with a 28-foot support arm that connects to the floating dock, enabling the entire structure to rise and fall with the water level. They also reinforced the system with a piling mechanism at the top of the gangway to ensure stability, regardless of the fluctuating river conditions.

The piling system designed for the top of the gangway also helps keep the system in place should water levels rise.

Chattahoochee River GA BoardSafe gangway piling system

The scope of work for the Chattahoochee Hills Riverland, located at 8661 Campbellton-Redwine Road, Chattahoochee Hills, GA, includes

  • (1) 8×25-ft. Floating dock.
  • (1) 6’10” x 8’6” Diverter dock.
  • (1) 8’2” x 11’ Landing dock.
  • (1) 16-ft. Left-Hand Clip-A-Launch kayak launch.
  • (1) Adaptive Kit.
  • (1) 80-ft. gangway.
  • Bulkhead mounting angle.
  • (2) Ramps: one bottom and one top of gangway.
  • (1) 28-ft. stiff arm assembly and connecting hardware.
  • Foundation connection bracket.

Standing Peachtree Park

The second Chattahoochee Riverlands location where TPL required BoardSafe’s expertise was for the launch system at Standing Peachtree Park. The park is located at 2630 Ridgewood Road NW, Atlanta, GA. This location also included an 80-ft. access gangway, floating dock, accessible kayak launch, adaptive kit, and a 28-ft. support arm that secures the launch to a concrete foundation along the river bank and very steep terrain.

The scope of work for Chattahoochee’s Standing Peachtree location includes

  • (1) 8×25-ft. Floating dock.
  • (1) 6’10” x 8’6” Diverter dock.
  • (1) 8’2” x 11’ Landing dock.
  • (1) 16-ft. Left-Hand Clip-A-Launch kayak launch.
  • (1) Adaptive Kit.
  • (1) 80-ft. gangway.
  • Bulkhead mounting angle.
  • (2) Ramps: one bottom and one top of gangway.
  • (1) 28-ft. stiff arm assembly and connecting hardware.

Chattahoochee River GA BoardSafe Floating Dock gangway on crane  Chattahoochee River GA BoardSafe floating dock on crane

Thanks to BoardSafe’s structural expertise and innovative approach, TPL and the broader community gained durable, accessible waterfront solutions tailored to meet the unique challenges on the Chattahoochee River. When completed, the Chattahoochee RiverLands project will create accessible outdoor recreation destinations with 100 miles of parks, trails, and amenities stretching from Buford Dam to Chattahoochee Bend State Park. The Riverlands project will connect nearly 1 million nearby residents and visitors to the outdoors where they can kayak, swim, bicycle, picnic, walk, camp, and wheel along the scenic river.

Building a Legacy

Since 1972, TPL has protected more than 4 million acres of public land, created more than 5,364 parks, trails, schoolyards, and iconic outdoor places, raised $93 billion in public funding for parks and public lands, and connected nearly 9.4 million people to the outdoors. Their goal is for all of metro Atlanta to enjoy the benefits of recreating in the outdoors.

System Installation Completed by Blue Water Docks

BoardSafe Docks appreciates the partnership created with Kevin Jones and his installation team from Blue Water Docks in Chattanooga, TN. Kevin and his crew have completed several installations of BoardSafe’s product line and understand how BoardSafe’s systems come together. We are excited to work with this talented team that realizes the value our accessible products bring to communities. BoardSafe looks forward to building synergy with the Blue Water team, enabling us to expand our product line nationwide.

Chattahoochee River GA BoardSafe Floating Dock being installed  Chattahoochee River GA BoardSafe floating dock gangway with truck

For more information about this project or the unique projects that BoardSafe designs, engineers, and manufacturers, call us at 610-899-0286 or visit BoardSafeDocks.com.