Visualizing Dock Growth

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Although totals shown in the indicators report only two types of docks (e.g., individual or shared), there are several differences within those categories worth noting. For instance, each individual or shared dock may vary in: structure size, number of boats slips allowed, general shape, and length. While this additional information will not change the total number of docks reported by type, it does change the relative impact each dock has on the water body.

Dock Styles by Scenario		Dock Style Characteristics
Dock Styles by Scenario		Boat Slips Per Dock	Maximum Size	Maximum Float Size	Maximum Length
Current	Individual Dock	1	490 sq ft	100 sq ft	100 ft
Current	Shared Dock
Build-Out	Individual Dock	1	490 sq ft	100 sq ft	100 ft
Build-Out	Shared Dock
Scenario A	Individual Dinghy Dock	1	140 sq ft	50 sq ft	30 ft or 2 ft water depth whichever is least
Scenario A	Shared Dinghy Dock	up to 3	140 sq ft	50 sq ft	30 ft or 2 ft water depth whichever is least
Scenario B	Shared Dinghy Dock	up to 3	140 sq ft	50	30 ft or 2 ft water depth whichever is least
	Shared Dock	up to 3	420 sq ft	200	100 ft or 3 ft water depth whichever is least
	Shared H-Dock	up to 6	848 sq ft	592	100 ft

Quick References

Maximum Size

Maximum size was obtained by using the maximum length, width, and float sizes for this dock style as listed in the regulations or hypothetical regulations. These were combined using a formula to get the average size in square feet.

Maximum Length

All maximum length requirements are measured from the landward edge of the marsh, or if no marsh grasses exist measurements are taken from the mean high tide line.

Coastal Services Center

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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Maximum Size

Maximum Length