Cobourg Harbor dredging starting soon

The Town of Cobourg, Ontario, is set to commence essential dredging operations at the west end of the harbor.

The mechanical dredging will involve removing accumulated brush, silt, and debris, which has contributed to shallow water levels and hindered boat anchoring and navigation.

Maintaining proper depths in the harbor will ensure continued accessibility and functionality for boaters and other recreational users. This initiative is part of the Town’s ongoing efforts to maintain the harbor’s function, safety, and aesthetic appeal.

In addition to the dredging, crews will also address the overgrown willow brush along the shoreline that is encroaching into the harbor basin. Removal of the encroaching willow vegetation is essential to remove accumulated sand.

The brush removal work is scheduled to begin the last week of October and is expected to take approximately two weeks, weather dependent. Dredging will be conducted over the fall/winter, as weather and contractor availability allow.