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Kayak-canoe ramp designs
Hi all I'm a park planner for the Parks Dept of Columbia, MO. The city
is in the process of developing a 110 acre park that includes a 10 acre lake. We're designing in several kayak/boating features. One is a "kayak lesson" area, basically a submerged concrete pad for the instructor to stand in the water next to the student. Another feature we want to include though is a put-in for non-motorized boats. The put-in will not be accessible by vehicles so all boats using it will be carried in. We're talking kayaks, canoes and small jon boats. So... What make a good put-in? As of right now we're thinking a simple concrete ramp approx. 8-10 feet wide, extending 3-4 below the waterline with a "rubber surface" that extends to the waterline. The water level in the lake is remarkably stable and wave action doesn't appear to be a major factor. Any critiques, hints, ideas comments would be welcome. Thanks, Toney Lowery Senior Park Planner Columbia Parks and Recreation www.GoColumbiaMo.com 573 874-7537 |
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