Marina Planning & Development Flashcards

When planning marina electrical systems, NEC Article 553 and NFPA 303 address which primary concern?

Answer: Prevention of electric shock drowning (ESD) and safe shore power distribution

NEC Article 553 and NFPA 303 address marina electrical safety, including shore power systems and preventing electric shock drowning (ESD).

Which type of dock material offers the best resistance to marine borers and rot in saltwater environments?

Answer: Composite or high-density polyethylene (HDPE) decking

Composite and HDPE decking materials resist marine borers, rot, and saltwater corrosion, providing longer service life than wood alternatives.

A coastal marina's development permit may require a biological assessment to evaluate the impact on which habitat?

Answer: Seagrass beds, wetlands, and other sensitive aquatic habitats

Regulatory agencies require biological assessments to evaluate potential impacts to seagrass, wetlands, and other protected aquatic ecosystems.

What is the recommended minimum water depth for a marina intended to accommodate vessels with a 5-foot draft?

Answer: 6 feet at mean low water

A minimum of 6 feet at mean low water (MLW) provides a 1-foot safety margin for vessels with a 5-foot draft to prevent grounding.

Which permit is required from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for placement of fill material in waters of the United States?

Answer: Section 404 permit under the Clean Water Act

A Section 404 permit from the Army Corps of Engineers is required before placing dredged or fill material in waters of the United States.

What is the purpose of a marina's waterway management plan?

Answer: To define vessel traffic patterns, speed limits, and no-wake zones within the marina basin

A waterway management plan establishes traffic patterns, speed limits, no-wake zones, and navigation rules to ensure safety within the marina basin.