Riverside Point Canoe Access - Construction Plans

Project Location: Lots 38-41, Township 47-27 Section 16, Aitkin County
Project Type: New Development/Construction
Property: Tax Forfeit Land (0.81 acres)
Total Project Cost: $12,000.00

Project Overview

The Riverside Point Canoe Access project consists of a new installation on Aitkin County tax forfeit land approximately 8 miles downstream of the last Aitkin County boat launch. This project would consist of excavation of the river bank and sloping back material to allow for watercraft launching.

With this site, the use of two different access points is possible and sought after to allow for a variety of different water recreation activities to take place. The use of a "stair style" launch on the North River bank and a boat ramp on the South River side of the tax forfeit property allows for this dual access to be considered.

This project will allow for the introduction of greater water recreation activities to take place on the west side of Aitkin County and provide exposure to the Mississippi River.

Side View and Above View

Riverside Point site plan showing side and above views

Construction site plan showing material removal area and access points

Watercraft Access Route

Hand-drawn sketch showing access route and parking area layout

Project Documents

Full Project Proposal Complete construction proposal with financial information and project details Minnesota "No-Rise" Certification Professional engineer certification with HECRAS hydraulic analysis FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map FIRM Panel 240 showing Zone AE floodway location DNR Boat Ramp Installation Guidelines Reference material for site considerations and construction requirements

Access Features

North Access - Canoe Launch

Stair-style small watercraft launch
Designed for canoes and kayaks
Minimal impact design
Located in FEMA Zone AE Floodway

South Access - Boat Ramp

Traditional boat-style launch
Serves larger watercraft
Approximately 1.2 river miles from North Access
Located in FEMA Zone AE Floodway

Project Funding

Aitkin County is seeking funding through water recreation entities for the new construction of this access. After development, all maintenance and upkeep will be continued and financed through Aitkin County funding.

Amount Requested: $12,000.00
County Match: Equipment and labor valued at $12,000.00

Questions?

For more information about this project, please contact the Aitkin County Land Department at 218-927-7364.