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

Temporary Closure:

We’re beginning to put the finishing touches on the new Turning Basin docks, which includes installing power and water utilities. To complete this work, the docks will be closed, with no access, from January 27 through February 7.

After this installation, the docks will reopen to pedestrians and non-motorized watercraft. We are waiting on a few final items to check off our list before the Turning Basin Dock project is 100% finished. We expect the docks to open to motorized boats by summer 2025.

What to Expect During Dock Replacement Construction

• 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: No access January 27 - February 7 for power and water utility installation. Docks will reopen to pedestrians and non-motorized watercraft February 7, and expect docks to open to motorized boats by summer 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.