Turning Basin Dock Replacement

Project Description

We are thrilled to announce we replaced our Turning Basin docks! The new docks will provide increased river access for our community, improved docking amenities, increased safety via a new fire suppression system, and more.

The United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) dredging of the Petaluma River will begin in fall 2025.

Project Update

The new docks are in and open to pedestrians and non-motorized watercraft only through the end of January 2025. Kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards welcome!

At the end of January, 2025, we plan to close the docks completely for approximately one month to complete required utility and fire protection improvements. Once finished, the project will be 100% complete and the docks will be open to use by all. We will have physical signs located on the docks and at the access points from Weller Street and the River Plaza during any periods of temporary closure.

What to Expect During Dock Replacement Construction

• D STREET BRIDGE: Periodic openings January - February 2025 = potential traffic delays.
• THE FLOATHOUSE PETALUMA: The Floathouse docks will be temporarily relocated during construction to the northwestern public docks, accessible from the Water Street gate near the downtown side of the Balshaw pedestrian bridge. Visit thefloathousepetaluma.org  for more information.
• TURNING BASIN: Access by non-motorized watercraft and pedestrians will be allowed from early November 2024 through the end of January 2025.

We will be sending Nixle alerts ahead of days when there will be multiple openings of the D Street Bridge to allow the community to plan to avoid traffic in the area. To register for Nixle, click HERE or text your zip code to 888777.