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DNR-funded Locust Tree Landing boat ramp bid cut; construction to begin soon, county will close landing access
Summary
Marion County staff said the Department of Natural Resources bid for a new boat ramp at Locust Tree Landing came in at about $345,000, was negotiated down to $294,031, and DNR will cover the cost; the county will close the right-of-way entrance during work and expects construction to start in roughly two weeks.
Marion County staff told the County Council the Department of Natural Resources has put the Locust Tree Landing boat ramp project out to bid and construction could begin in about two weeks.
Williams reported the bid initially came in around $345,000; DNR negotiated the contract to $294,031 and, according to staff, DNR told the county it will cover the full negotiated amount. Goodson Contractors of Dalton was the low bidder listed in the meeting.
Williams said county staff told DNR the county would be responsible for blocking the right-of-way entrance (but not closing the road) and that staff will request about one week’s notice before construction begins so the county can notify residents. Council member Rogers asked about the expected duration of closures; Williams said the contractor and DNR would advise on how long construction would last and noted high water levels could limit immediate work.
Williams also said project plans accounted for a mobile home located near county property and that the owner had been informed the ramp will come close to the residence. The design will include parking for boat trailers and vehicles.
Why it matters: The new ramp aims to make the river more accessible year-round and replace an older, less reliable landing; DNR’s commitment to cover the negotiated contract reduces immediate county budget obligations, but county staff must coordinate temporary closures and resident notifications.
No formal county funding vote was recorded during the discussion.
