Custom Dock Design
As custom dock builders, we create custom dock designs for Oregon properties on rivers, lakes, and coastal waterways–including custom boat dock layouts for both residential and commercial sites. Every design is tailored to your site conditions, water movement, intended use, and long-term goals. Our process includes layout planning, material recommendations, flotation and stability considerations, and guidance on gangways and hardware so you get a dock that performs well and meets your needs.
What’s Included in a Custom Design
Custom dock design involves planning how a dock system will function within a specific waterfront environment. Design considerations vary based on location, water conditions, intended use, and regulatory requirements.
Floating vs Fixed Dock Designs
Different waterfront conditions call for different dock design approaches.
Floating docks rise and fall with water levels, which makes them a good choice for rivers, lakes, and areas with seasonal changes. Fixed docks are anchored in place and work best where water levels stay consistent.
Design selection depends on factors such as water depth, shoreline conditions, wave activity, and how the dock will be used.
Materials We Work With
We use a wide range of premium materials so your dock is customized for performance, durability, and budget — all tailored to Oregon’s water conditions.
- Decking Options: Pressure-treated wood, cedar, composite (Trex, TimberTech, Fiberon, Azek), PVC, or concrete.
- Structural Frame: Steel, logs, or pressure-treated wood provide stable support based on site conditions.
- Flotation Systems: We use molded polyethylene floatation billets or encapsulated polystyrene floats to ensure long-term buoyancy and reliability.
- Accessories & Add-Ons: Bumpers, ladders, slides, sun decks, and boat covers are available to enhance safety and usability.
Service Areas
Serving Portland, Salem, Eugene, the Willamette River, the Columbia River, the Deschutes River, and the Oregon Coast.