French River Dams Complex: Project to replace the boathouse and wharf and rehabilitate the workshop
Find out about the project to replace the boathouse and wharf and rehabilitate the workshop for the existing French River Dams Complex.
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Project overview
- Type of project
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Replacement of the boathouse and wharf, and rehabilitation of the workshop
- Lead department
- Construction firms
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Restoule JCARL Construction and Dominion Construction (joint venture)
A 100% set-aside under the Set-aside Program for Indigenous Business was used in the tendering process to award the construction contract. - Value
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$2.25 million
- Project status
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Completed
Project description
Structural inspection of the boathouse, wharf and workshop had identified that the boathouse and wharf had reached the end of their service life. The boathouse and wharf were replaced with similar structures with a smaller footprint. The workshop foundation was rehabilitated to meet building code requirements.
In support of Indigenous reconciliation, the procurement process for construction was only open to Indigenous companies in accordance with the Set-aside Program for Indigenous Business. The project team had contacted and consulted with the local Dokis First Nation, as well as authorities having jurisdiction.
Construction began in fall 2023 and was completed in spring 2024. There were no impacts to dam operations during construction.
Photo gallery
Boathouse
Wharf
Workshop
New foundation of existing workshop
Southeast view of the new boathouse
Benefits to Canadians
This project ensures reliable dam operations. The improvements to water management operations helps mitigate the impacts of increasingly frequent and intense weather events, which makes the environment safer for communities and contributes to climate change resiliency.
Project background
The French River Dams Complex includes a wharf, boathouse and workshop:
- the existing wharf consists of a timber crib structure and also serves as a retaining wall
- the existing boathouse is a single-storey building for boat entry and sheltered mooring
- the existing workshop is a single-storey building with 1 room housing a shop area and storing a variety of equipment and building materials
We are the custodian for the operation and maintenance of the structures within the complex. We regularly conduct repair and maintenance work to keep the dams working smoothly.
Latest news about this project
Government of Canada invests in the rehabilitation of the French River Dams Complex
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More information
- For weekly condition updates, call our recorded information line at 1-877-763-2300
- For general inquiries on the dams, call 1-833-919-DAMS or email Dams and Water Management at niveaueau.waterreading@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca