Barge ramp partial replacement

The proposed project

Coastland Wood Industries, located at 404 Salter Street in New Westminster, proposes to partially replace the existing barge ramp. Work is to remove the barge ramp pontoons that utilize a hydraulic cylinder system to lift and lower the ramp. In their place, 4 24" steel pilings are proposed to be installed, 2 on either side of the existing ramp, and electric winches to raise and lower the ramp. No changes anticipated at the land end of the ramp.

The project is to allow larger barges, with a higher deck height to be used in case of need. The existing pontoons also ground at low water, so this project would eliminate that. No additional dredging is anticipated, other than a continuation of ongoing maintenance dredging at this site. The entire operation relies on a generator for power, and this is not anticipated to change. The winches would be powered by the existing generator.

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Notice of Determination

New Westminster B.C. –September 18, 2025– The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has determined that the proposed Barge ramp partial replacement located at 404 Salter Street, New Westminster, BC is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

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Contacts

Project and Environmental Review
Vancouver Fraser Port Authority
100 The Pointe, 999 Canada Place
Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 3T4
Email: per@portvancouver.com


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  • Location

    • Barge Ramp Replacement (British Columbia)

  • Nature of Activity

    • Forestry
    • Ports and Harbours

  • Assessment Status

    In progress

  • Start Date

    2025-06-12

  • Proponent

    Coastland Wood Industries

  • Authorities

    • Vancouver Fraser Port Authority

  • Assessment Type

    Project on federal lands

  • Reference Number

    89635

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