Washburn Marina Updates

Washburn Marina Updates

We are excited to share encouraging progress at Washburn Marina this week.  Water has begun returning to the marina basin! This is an important milestone in the ongoing recovery and rebuilding process following Hurricane Helene.

Floating Boardwalk and Docks

  • Reconstruction work has begun on the Washburn Marina docks and floating boardwalk, with a target completion date of mid-July 2026.
  • Some phases of construction require the lake to reach full pond level before work can be completed.
  • Current projections anticipate the lake returning to full pond by late May 2026, which supports the July completion timeline.
  • Visitors may notice new dock sections currently being constructed in the marina parking lot.
  • The previous small marina building has been removed. For the 2026 season, a temporary building will be installed while plans move forward for a future permanent structure.
  • The rebuilt marina will include 208 rental boat slips along with 6 hourly boat rental slips.
  • The new Washburn Marina and Boardwalk design will closely replicate the previous layout, preserving the look and character of the marina that the community knows and loves.  

Dock Construction      Dock Construction

Tour Boat Docks and Fueling Station

  • New docks are being built for the tour boats, in the same location as they were previously. You can see the new construction in these photos above. 
  • A new fueling station will be incorporated here on the left side of the marina when facing the water from the parking lot.
  • These docks and the fueling station are targeted for completion by May 2026. 
  • The boat ramp in this area will also be available for use once the lake reopens. 

Additional Information

  • Town officials are still awaiting determinations from FEMA regarding the future of Town Hall.  Updates on this facility will be shared as soon as additional information becomes available.  Town Hall and the Police Department are temporarily located at The Landings, 920 Buffalo Creek Road, lake Lure, NC 28746.
  • The Welcome Center has been removed and will not be replaced at this time.

We appreciate the community’s patience and support as we continue rebuilding and restoring the places that make Lake Lure special.

For more Town News visit: https://www.townoflakelure.com/community/page/lake-lure-town-news-summary-22726

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