What is the first step in getting a dock?
All new construction of docks and additions to docks in the critical area of our marshes requires a permit from OCRM (Ocean & Coastal Resource Management – a division of SC DHEC) and a certified water survey showing the proposed structure. Permitting in some areas may also require a joint permit with OCRM and the Army Corps of Engineers. American Dock and Marine works closely with state and federal agencies and several surveyors to assure your docks meets required rules and regulations for permit applications. New regulations also call for an as-built survey to be submitted within 90 days of completion of new dock construction.
How long will it take to get my permit?
There are varied answers to this question, depending on what is needed for your specific project. From beginning to finish the general time frame for a private, residential dock is 60 to 90 days. This depends on the schedules of the surveyors, our office, public notices and OCRM requirements.
How long is my permit good for?
Permits are good for five years from the date of issue. Three one-year extensions are available after that.
What is the largest dock I can have?
The square footage of the structure is determined by creek width as measured from marsh to marsh vegetation on each side. The longest dock allowed is 1,000 feet and structures up to 600 square feet may be allowed on the larger bodies of water dependent on extended property lines, offsets and other criteria.
Can I make additions to my dock without a permit?
No. All additions require permits, amendments or OCRM maintenance and repair letters prior to making changes to a dock or changes to what has been permitted. Some changes will require a new survey.
Is it necessary to have a licensed contractor construct a dock?
YES!! In fact, work exceeding $5,000 must be performed by a contractor with a marine construction stipulation to their contractor’s license. Construction bids of work performed by anyone (other than the home owner) without a license may cause you to be fined and require removal of the dock. All licensed contractors should be able to present you with a copy of their South Carolina license. American Dock and Marine is fully licensed and insured in the state of South Carolina
In the case of a natural disaster, can I rebuild my dock?
You have five years after the event to rebuild to the existing structure. No changes can be made without new permitting.
Do you build the dock from the water?
No. We use land-based equipment to deliver materials and begin construction, working toward the water. The final deep water work is performed from barges with pile driving equipment.
How soon can my work be scheduled?
American Dock and Marine maintains about a 3-4 month backlog of work. Smaller jobs and repairs can be worked in, depending on location and scope of work.
How do I know what size boatlift I need?
Boatlift size is measured by the lifting capacity of the lift. The weight is determined by the boat weight, fuel, motors, and gear. In the Charleston area on deep water, we have installed many four pile 9,000# lifts which will pick up to about a 26 foot boat. The 12’x12’ piling spread of this lift will also allow for a 12,000# lift which will pick up most boats to about 33 feet.
On smaller tidal creeks we usually install the single pile 3,000# and 5,000# boatlifts which can pick up the 18 foot to 21 foot boat size. Special applications are available for most all size boats.
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