War Veterans’ Memorial Park Boat Ramp
Project ID
90018G1-A20
Project Location
War Veterans' Memorial Park
Project Status
Construction: Not started
Parking Update
Parking fees at the boat ramp remain suspended. Please exercise caution when using the ramp.
This page is dedicated to the boat ramp repair project, for park-specific information, please visit: Pinellas.gov/parks/war-veterans-memorial-park/
Project Overview
Assessment of damage at the site caused by hurricanes in 2024 showed that returning the ramp and floating docks to their pre-storm condition would not be sufficient to withstand projected impacts from future similar storms. This finding led us to decide to design a more storm-resistant structure.
The design, which involved floating docks with concrete rather than wooden piers, was recently completed and has gone through our quality control process to help ensure that the work we do at the War Veterans Park boat ramp will last into the future. Contracting is underway and we are moving rapidly to issue what is called a “notice to proceed” to our construction contractor for this project.
Piles, gangways, and docks for the improved boat ramp facilities have to be prefabricated by specialized manufacturers offsite before onsite construction activity begins. According to the fabrication suppliers, offsite fabrication of the piles, gangways, and docks should be completed by mid-year. Our aim is to have the new, improved boat ramp open to the public by year’s end.
Project Location
Anticipated Schedule
- Construction: March 2026 – Late 2026
Contact Us
Jorge Hernandez, P.E.
Project Manager
Public Works / Capital Improvements
14 S. Fort Harrison Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756
(727) 464-5209
jahernandez@pinellas.gov