The Boothbay Region Maritime Foundation has recently signed a contract with Fuller Marine to build a new pier and seawall at Carter’s Wharf, 87 Atlantic Avenue, the former site of the Sea Pier.
The seawall will be constructed from granite and will be raised to meet current FEMA flood zone height requirements.
The pier will have a poured-in-place concrete deck. The site plan has been engineered by Gartley and Dorsky Engineering & Surveying, the seawall has been engineered by Summit Geoengineering Services with Gartley and Dorsky, and the pier has been engineered by GEI Consultants, Inc.
Funds for the $2.1 million project include grants from the state, the Mildred McEvoy Foundation, and other anonymous grants as well as donations from generous individuals. Additional funds are being sought for the remainder of the project which include construction of a buying station, fueling station and marina. Donations towards the final phase of the project can be mailed to the address below or made through the Foundation’s website at boothbayregionmaritimefoundation.org/.
Anyone interested in using the wharf for commercial fishing should send a letter to the Boothbay Region Maritime Foundation, PO Box 285, Boothbay Harbor, Maine, 04538. Individuals as well as businesses are encouraged to inquire.
Only licensed commercial fishermen and buyers will be considered.
Bids for construction of the buying station are now being sought. If you are interested in submitting a bid proposal for the building please request a bid package at the email address below. Bids are due no later than Sept. 16.
Questions can be directed to the BRMaritimeFoundation@gmail.com. Carter’s Wharf is owned by the Boothbay Region Maritime Foundation, a 501 C3 nonprofit formed in 2018. Its mission is to preserve maritime heritage by supporting working waterfront, promoting sustainable practices, and embracing the educational opportunities this stewardship provides.
