Harbour dredging underway in Port Dover

Norfolk County is currently completing dredging operations at the Port Dover harbour mouth to maintain safe navigation for boaters and support local waterfront activity. Work is planned to be completed by April 10, 2026.

With Lake Erie water levels remaining lower than seasonal averages, dredging is necessary to maintain safe channel depth. All work will be completed by April 10 to avoid impacts on fisheries, water quality, and sensitive aquatic habitat.

A qualified marine contractor will complete the work, under the supervision of professional marine engineers and County staff, to ensure compliance with all regulatory and environmental requirements.

All required approvals have been secured from Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF), Transport Canada, the Ministry of the Environment (MOE), the Long Point Region Conservation Authority (LPRCA), and other applicable agencies.

Temporary impacts may include noise and limited access near the harbour mouth during active dredging.

Norfolk County thanks residents and boaters for their patience as this essential maintenance work is being completed.

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