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City seeks options after winter storm destroyed more than half of Eddysoke floats; A&E study funded
Summary
Port Angeles officials described storm damage that left the Eddysoke boat launch with major float and anchorage losses, reported FEMA engagement and a $128,000 study award for architecture/engineering; staff said an RFQ for A&E work will be issued and that relocation and mitigation alternatives will be studied.
City staff told Port Angeles council members Tuesday that a winter storm and recent high tides severely damaged the Eddysoke Boat Launch floats and anchorage and left the city operating with only a few usable float sections. The city and public works staff described ongoing talks with FEMA, the need for an architecture and engineering (A&E) study and a broader question about whether to rebuild in the same location.
Why it matters: The boat launch is a year‑round public amenity used by clubs, recreational boaters and commercial users. Damage and the uncertain ability to protect the site from future storms have raised safety, reliability and cost questions for the council.
What staff said:…
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