Whyalla Boat Ramp upgrade complete
The Whyalla Boat Ramp upgrade is now complete, delivering better facilities for recreational and commercial boat users.
The major renewal project included replacing the existing concrete boat ramp and pontoons, with extra mooring points as requested by the stakeholders, next steps to include upgrading the car park, installing new lighting and upgrading the fish cleaning facilities.
Whyalla City Council Manager Assets Yusuf Khan said the completed upgrade represented a significant investment in the city’s marine facilities.
“The Whyalla Boat Ramp is highly valued by our community and supports recreational fishing, commercial activity and visitors who come to enjoy our coastline.
“We are pleased to see the project completed and thank the community for its patience and cooperation while construction was underway.
“I would also like to acknowledge everyone involved in delivering the upgrade, including contractor Civil Tech Pty Ltd, WGA, stakeholders and the project teams who worked through any challenges associated with construction in a marine environment.”
The South Australian Government contributed $1.7 million to replace the existing concrete ramp and pontoons through the Marine Facilities Fund.
Council is pleased to deliver an upgraded facility that will serve continue to Whyalla’s boating community.