More dredging works announced for Cowes

Cowes Harbour Commission (CHC) has just announced that a routine maintenance dredge of Shepards Marina is scheduled for Spring 2025.

This essential work helps CHC maintain the original depths, ensuring smooth and safe operations ahead of the busy season.

“Regular bed leveling and maintenance dredging are vital for keeping Shepards Marina in top condition, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we carry out this important upkeep,” CHC said in a statement.

Also a notice was sent yesterday by CHC that small scale dredging works will commence at two sites in the vicinity of the Folly Inn, with disposal at Werrar Creek in Newport Harbour.

Small-scale dredging operations are planned to commence on Monday 24 February. This will take place at Pinkmead Jetty and / or Folly slipway and will be deposited in Werrar Creek for a trial saltmarsh restoration project.

A small backhoe dredger or a small cutter suction dredger will be in operation in the vicinity of the Folly Inn and a dumb barge retained by spud legs, will be stationed just off Werrar Creek.

The operation is expected to continue for several weeks, depending upon weather conditions.