The NSW Liberal and Nationals Government’s vision to transform the Port of Eden into a thriving maritime precinct and cruise destination is taking shape with the construction of a $32 million wave wall at Snug Cove.
Minister for Transport, Veterans and Western Sydney David Elliott said the 366-metre-long wave attenuator on the NSW far South Coast, due to be completed within the next few days, marks another major milestone in the transformation of the Port of Eden.
“This is an engineering feat which required mega purpose-built marine construction equipment and materials to build this game-changing maritime asset,” Mr Elliott said.
“The purpose of the wave attenuator is to deliver a safe harbour for commercial boats, private vessels and maritime infrastructure by providing protection from high winds and wave conditions.
“Providing a safer harbour will not only enhance Eden’s reputation as a first-class boating destination but will also stimulate local investment in the community’s maritime and tourism sectors and boost the local economy.
“The design of the wave wall was developed based on extensive site-specific wave data, weather history, environmental and geotechnical conditions plus ship and vessel simulations.”
The heavy-duty marine construction equipment and materials required to construct this maritime asset included a 400-tonne jack up barge, a huge 270-tonne crane, 127 piles and 59 precast concrete panels.