Project Description
The original project was intended to dredge 3,400 yards along 9,300 feet (total length = 15,900 feet) based upon a survey from 2021.
The Engineering Assessment Report prepared by Coastal Engineering Consultants for Hurricane Ian indicates 3,045 cubic yards of sediment in the channel due to that storm.
For the FY26-27 budget discussion we used 10,886 CY to be dredged (survey by AIM Engineering and Surveying in September 2024 plus 20%). The budget given below uses this volume.
A new survey was performed by Coastal Engineering Consultants in April 2025 shows a reduced total volume of 9,467 cubic yards in the main channel. The Assessment Report for Hurricanes Helene-Milton indicates 2,398 cubic yards attributable to those two storms.
Project Schedule: Shall be completed after discussions with Coastal Engineering Consultants.
Project Location
Alligator Creek, Punta Gorda FlProject Impacts
Improved and safer navigationLatest Updates
Update on March 28, 2025: The permit required by the USACE has been approved. A proposal has been submitted by Coastal Engineering Consultants to re-survey the waterway for any significant changes due to Hurricane Milton. If none, the plans will be finalized for taking bids at a date yet to be determined.
Update on July 22, 2025: The latest survey has been reviewed by Public Works staff. This survey indicates 9,467 cubic yards in the dredge template along the entire 15,900-foot length. An Engineering Assessment Report prepared by Coastal Engineering Consultants in support of a FEMA claim for Milton indicates there is 2,398 cubic yards in the channel due to Helene and/or Milton. Also, we will move ahead with preparing plans for dredging.
Update on August 15, 2025: Work with Coastal Engineering Consultants on a new schedule for the Design Development, Construction and Closeout Phases, respectively. Planning to take bids in October-November 2025. Looking at combining with the contract for the Pirate Harbor dredging project.
Budget
| Phase | Cost |
|---|---|
| Engineering | $106,167 |
| Construction | $2,130,881 |
| Total Budget | $2,237,048 |
Alligator Creek Waterway MSBU
FEMA Claims for Hurricanes Ian and Milton, respectively
Schedule
| Phase | Estimated Start Date | Forecast Completion | Actual Completion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Planning and Approval | 01/20/2022 | 08/30/2025 |
Project Phase
Design Development
Last Updated
08/15/2025
Project Manager
DeWayne Nodine
Public Relations
Chad Ray
Email Public Relations
Project Number
c392003
Sponsor Department
Public Works Engineering
Design Engineer/Architect
Coastal Engineering Consultants, Inc.
Construction Contractor
TBD