This plan can be used to build a floating dock from 5’ to 6’ wide and up to 12’ long using pipe slides to attach the dock to a fixed dock or bulkhead. The plan serves as a general template and can be adapted and modified to different sizes and configurations. These plans are provided as a courtesy for use by experienced builders.
You are about to build the first floating dock designed around pressure treated plywood trusses. Lighter and stronger than standard pressure treated wood docks. Tougher than docks built with rectangular dock floats. Less expensive than any serious floating dock around. We at RollingBarge.com have one request before we get started.
Merco sells 37 different sizes of floats. Remember, a float could be in the water and expected to function for the next 30 years. It Should also meet or exceed Corps. of Engineers Regulation #36 CFR Part 327. 2. Like hardware, assemble together all the wood you need for your project. We recommend at least 2" x 8" x length pressure treated lumber.
All graphic illustrations are based on the use of conventional framework of 2” x 6” lumber and decking lumber. Freeboard may be adjusted by using 2” x 8” or 2” x 10” lumber. Substitutions in lumber and hardware placement may affect floatation.
You are about to build the first floating dock designed around pressure treated plywood trusses. If you use the materials suggested, and you follow the instructions correctly, your dock will be: Lighter and stronger than standard pressure treated wood docks. Tougher than docks built with rectangular dock floats.
Determine total square footage of dock surface area. Multiply the total area by 25 (recommended 25 lb per sq. ft. buoyancy). Divide your answer by the float model number (250, 400, 550 or 600)
Floating Dock Plans - Design & Inspiration - Dockbuilders
Floating Dock Plans; Flotation Calculations. Flotation Calculation - Dow Billets; Flotation Calculation - Dock Floats; Floating Dock Plans / Drawings. Decking Type 2x6 Pressure Treated Stringers at 24" On Center (Max) 8' x 16' 10' x 20' 12' x 12' with Optional Gangway. Decking Type
Dock Plans - Great Northern Docks
By following these plans and utilizing our recommended hardware and floats, you can create a dock that rivals your local wood dock manufacturer. You have the flexibility to configure your own dock using our user-friendly and manageable sizes.
Dock floats should be on-hand during construction to use as a templates to accurately align internal stringers over the perimeter of floats. Lumber is not included in dock kit and must be acquired locally.
PLANS FOR A FLOATING DOCK These instructions describe the materials needed and guidelines for building a 6' x 10' (1.8 m x 3 m) floating dock. Additional sections can be made to increase the length of the dock. The materials needed for one section are shown in Table 1. The plans for the floating dock are shown in Figure 1.