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Oregon City staff say John Storm dock can handle original design boats; commissioners back $20,000 repairs and to pursue modest commercial expansion
Summary
City parks staff told commissioners a 07/22/2025 dive and structural assessment found the John Storm Park dock in generally good condition for its original 60-foot, 40-ton design, estimated routine repairs at $20,000, and outlined higher-cost upgrades to host much larger vessels; commissioners agreed to proceed with maintenance and ask staff to pursue expanding commercial allocation to roughly 90 feet with the Oregon State Marine Board.
Oregon City parks staff presented the findings of a KPFF Consulting structural assessment on Dec. 3, saying the John Storm Park dock can still support its original 60-foot, 40-ton design but would need upgrades to host larger commercial vessels.
"Since there's only minor deterioration to the condition of the dock, the facility can certainly support its original design vessel of the 60 foot 40 ton," said Tom Kissinger, Parks and Recreation deputy director. He told commissioners the dive inspection on 07/22/2025 found pile pitting and some missing through rods but described the concrete floats as in good condition.
Kissinger outlined three levels of work: routine repairs to restore original capacity (replace missing through rods, repair damaged whalers and bull rails), stop-and-go upgrades to serve much larger tour boats, and more substantial modifications needed for prolonged stays.…
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