Ferry Ramp & Vessel Improvements
Federal Ferry funds with 20% matching Marion County funds will be used to complete these improvements.
At the Wheatland Ferry site, a maximum 40-day Ferry closure is allowed to complete:
- Widening and repairing the concrete ramps;
- Installing dolphins;
- Installing additional catwalks at each tower;
- Installing new hatch covers and lighting;
- Installing a backup generator; and
- Installing linear actuators that will lift the aprons.
At the Buena Vista Ferry site, a maximum 3-day Ferry closure is allowed to complete:
- Installing a backup generator; and
- Installing linear actuators that will lift the aprons.
The ferry sites are shown on the map below.
A contract has been awarded to Legacy Contracting for this work which is expected to be complete by September 30th. Closure dates will be included when they are known.
For questions or comments about these projects email constructionprojects@co.marion.or.us. Be sure to tell us what location you are referring to.
