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December Meeting Report
Posted on Dec 5th, 2021 Comments (0)
These reports are a way to let the public know what FOR’s been up to. It’s also a way that someone can determine if there is any way they’d like to get involved in things. Please contact FOR if you are interested. (Select WEBMASTER on the CONTACT US drop down list.)
Sat Dec 4 Breakfast on the Bernard, Dido’s Restaurant
A group of dedicated breakfast-eaters met at the regular first-Saturday-of-the-month breakfast. Tom Ronayne, FOR Director, introduced guests and gave information about upcoming activities including the Christmas Boat Parade on Sat Dec 11th. Mike Goodson, River Mouth Committee, reminded boaters to stick to the middle of river channel when boating at the mouth since it is still shallow in areas that remain to be dredged. When completed, the finished channel will be 100 ft wide by 10 ft deep. Cathy MacDonald reminded everyone to donate toys to “San Bernard Santa’s Christmas Toys for Kids”. So far, 142 donations of different items have been received. One week left in the “twelve days of giving”.
Thu Dec 2 FOR Environmental Committee Meeting, Dido’s Restaurant
Seven people attended the regular, open to the public, monthly meeting. Chairman Justin Hillis reviewed the past environmental educational program "Gators on the San Bernard". Attendees said program speaker Pat Wolever was entertaining and informative that made for a good program. Until construction is complete, Adopt-a-Hwy trash pickup is postponed. Last item discussed was waste water treatment plants, their regulation, inspection, violations and their impact on the river.
The Dredge Report - 12/3/21
Posted on Dec 3rd, 2021 Comments (0)
Photo Jason Allen 11/29/21
On Mon Nov 29th, the dredge sits in upper right of photo. Spoil area builds in the lower left of photo that's located on the down drift side of the mouth.
Section of completed dredging from Wed 11/24 to Wed 12/01
Status Report 3Dec21
Rigid Constructors - Dredging Contractor
Daniel Garza Project Manager - HDR Engineering, Inc, Owner’s-Engineer
Based on daily reports, the following metrics have been calculated:
LF (Linear Feet) = 7,170 (73.9% of 9,700) recalculated based on actual stationing
CY (Cubic Yards) = 287,269 (79.3% of 362,163)
We’ve hit a milestone this week. The dredge broke through to the Gulf of Mexico on WED 12/01/21 at about 11:00 am. Although this is good news, since that time, the tide and surf is now more of a factor and could negatively affect dredging operations.
On Monday, we performed a survey from STA 0+00 (at the intersection of the GIWW and the San Bernard River) to approximately STA 80+00. This is significant because in addition to issues with being in open water, the movement of material into the river has started due to the opening to the GOM. We plan on using this Interim Survey as a baseline to quantify material movement now that the River is open to the GOM.
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Boaters please stay clear of markers, the dredge pipe, all equipment, and the discharge area.
35th Annual Christmas Boat Parade
Posted on Dec 1st, 2021 Comments (0)
Two First Place $500 Cash Prizes Awarded
- Two categories: Boats 24 ft and under - Boats 25 ft and over
- Only boats registered will be eligible for the $500 prize. No entry fee to participate
- Register by calling Liquid Rides Office 979.798.0123
- Participants need to plainly display an official boat ID number on the night of the parade. Numbers can be picked up at Liquid Rides, 2602 FM 521 located half a mile east of the FM 521 boat ramp on the river.
- 4:30 - 5:15 pm - Boats line up just above bridge at FM 521 boat ramp
- 5:30 pm - Parade start. Boats must travel from FM 521 bridge to FM 2611 Churchill bridge to be eligible for cash prize. Boats judged on use of colorful holiday lights and decorations. Sound is optional, please no inappropriate lyrics.
- On parade night the FOR Community Center will be open 4:00 - 7:00 pm for visiting spectators not on the parade route. Viewing area map. Bring a lawn chair. Toys for the San Bernard Santa Christmas toy drive accepted then.
- Print flyer
Boat Parade Winners Party
- Sun Dec 12th
- 2:00 - 4:00 pm
- FOR Community Center, 20450 CR 510-B
- Hosted by FOR Directors
Boat parade entrants and their crew are invited to attend. Two cash prizes will be awarded at the party. BBQ sandwiches and drinks served. San Bernard Santa Christmas toys accepted at the event.
Please note: A home decorating contest is not planned this year.
Mouth Open - Say Ahhh!
Posted on Dec 1st, 2021 Comments (0)
Photo Rigid Constructors
Wed 1Dec21 - 11:00 am The Yellow Fin dredge dug through the last barrier of sand freeing the mouth of the San Bernard to the Gulf of Mexico. The mouth had been closed for 12 years. There still remains extending the dredging into the Gulf approximately the length of three football fields. Watch for details to come including an official celebration party. This is the best Christmas present of all!
The Dredge Report - 11/29/21
Posted on Nov 29th, 2021 Comments (0)
Photo Jason Allen 11-29-21
Mon 29Sep21. Celebration is near! The setting sun reflects off the water as the dredge gnaws away at the small spit of land separating the mouth from the Gulf. Dredging will continue into the Gulf at a southwesterly angle for another few hundred feet.
Section of completed dredging from Thu 11/18 to Tue 11/23
Status Report 29Nov21
Rigid Constructors - Dredging Contractor
Daniel Garza Project Manager - HDR Engineering, Inc, Owner’s-Engineer
Based on daily reports, the following metrics have been calculated:
LF (Linear Feet) = 9,080 (93.6% of 9,700)
CY (Cubic Yards) = 258,511 (71.4% of 362,163)
Rigid’s production has been ramping up the last week or so. They’ve averaged almost 4,200 cy/day for the last week, which is terrific for the timeline. We’re still trending toward the last week of December to complete the dredging. At their current rate, they may break through to the Gulf of Mexico within the next day or so. I’ll keep you updated.
One thought that has pushed up the production is that Rigid’s equipment is running fairly smooth with no significant down time for the week.
San Bernard Santa's Christmas Toys for Kids
Posted on Nov 25th, 2021 Comments (0)
During the holiday season, “San Bernard Santa's Christmas Toys for Kids" is gearing up again to collect items for needy children during their twelve days of giving from Dec 1 - Dec 12. This year, Santa is partnering with the Rotary Club of Brazosport for distribution of the toys.
Bring your unwrapped items of new toys, books, puzzles, and hats/gloves/socks for toddlers to teens to any drop-off locations listed below:
- Dec 1-12 The Depot Furniture Store, 101 South Brooks, Brazoria
- Dec 4 FOR Breakfast on the Bernard at Dido’s Restaurant, 8:30 - 9:30 am
- Dec 8 FOR Board of Directors meeting at FOR Community Center, 20450 CR 510-B, 6:30 pm
- Dec 11 Boat Parade Night viewing at the FOR Community Center or Dido’s Restaurant, 5:30 - 9:00 pm
- Dec 13 All toy donations delivered to Brazosport Rotary Club for distribution
Need a toy picked up, call Cathy MacDonald, Toy Drive Chairman at 703.595.6198. She will arrange collection of the items. Thank you in advance for your support and generosity!
Cathy MacDonald, San Bernard Santa Toy Drive Chairman, Email cmac8555@gmail.com.
Merry Christmas! and thanks y’all!
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