Project Description

The Cook Family Park Dock Project involves replacing   a deteriorating timber boarding dock at the Cook Family Park boat launch and adding a second dock downstream that will provide a universally designed dock with adaptive hardware and low freeboard design for people of all abilities to access the river. This project will be completed in two phases. 

Phase 1 includes removing and replacing the boarding dock at the boat launch with a modern Oregon State Marine Board approved design. The new dock has been recently installed and Phase 1 work is nearing completion

Phase 2 includes installing a new ADA compliant path and gangway, leading to a fully accessible dock with adaptive hardware and kayak/paddleboard slip. We are currently pursuing grants to fund Phase 2 work from Oregon Parks and Recreation Department  If the necessary grant funds are secured, we anticipate being able to construct Phase 2 improvements in the summer of 2026.

TIMELINE: FY22-

FUNDING SOURCES: Phase 1 funding sources include Parks System Development Charges (SDCs), and grants from Oregon State Marine Board and Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife.

Phase 2 funding sources currently include Parks System Development Charges (SDCs) and a grant from Oregon Parks and Recreation Department.

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE COSTS: Reduces impacts to the bank as the new dock can removed from the water during the winter resulting in less wear and tear on the dock and reduces sediment and erosion from occurring along the riverbank. 

WHY IT’S NEEDED: Phase 1 replaced an aged wooden dock that was beyond useful life and in disrepair.  Phase 2 to provide an accessible dock will assist nonmotorized boaters with physical limitations to have improved access to the Tualatin River for kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding. 

Original Conditions

STRATEGIC PLAN TIE-IN: Advances our vision to become a walkable, healthy and accessible community for everyone. 

CONTACT: Jeff Peck, Project Engineer: 503-718-2466 | jeffp@tigard-or.gov