Upgrades to the Canal Rocks boat ramp and jetty are set to commence in November 2020 and should be complete and ready to use in January 2021.
The state government awarded a tender for construction to Advanteering Civil Engineers to complete the work at the boat ramp which is located about four kilometres south of Yallingup.
It will see the existing boat ramps and jetty replaced by a newly aligned boat ramp and a 1.8 metre-wide, wheelchair accessible jetty that extends 48 metres seaward.
These upgrades will address the safety concerns previously raised by emergency services and other users of the old facility.
The WA Government is investing $1.6 million into the upgrades through a combination of a Recreational Boating Facilities Scheme grant from the Department of Transport, and funding from the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.
The boat ramp and jetty will be closed for up to three months during construction.
DBCA has liaised with Naturaliste Volunteer Marine Rescue, WA Water Police and the Department of Transport on timing of the closure.
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Canal Rocks is a popular site for local fishermen, divers and tourism operators and they will be among the community groups set to benefit once these works are completed.
Environment Minister Stephen Dawson said Canal Rocks was an important facility for both recreational users and tourism operators and these works would allow people to enjoy the site safely.
"The McGowan Government's initiatives to encourage regional tourism will no doubt see more people visiting this area in the future," he said.
"It's also great to see a Western Australian business carrying out the works, which will generate local jobs and boost the local economy."
Transport Minister Rita Saffioti said the government was committed to providing safe and reliable infrastructure for Western Australia's boating community through the Recreational Boating Facilities Scheme.
"Given the popularity of the Canal Rocks site with locals and tourists alike, I'm pleased we're able to support the construction of a new boat ramp and jetty," she said.
"With the construction tender now awarded, works can commence next month supporting local jobs."
