Docks & Bulkheads in Ocean City, NJ
Marine construction along Ocean City’s bayfront and lagoons.
We build and replace bulkheads, docks, pilings, and boat lifts along Ocean City’s bayfront and lagoon neighborhoods, and handle house demolition for rebuilds across the island.
From the bay-side lagoons to the open bayfront, Ocean City homeowners depend on a solid bulkhead and a dock that works at every tide. We build both to last, and we help you through the city and NJDEP permit process along the way.
What we build in Ocean City
We know the water in Ocean City
Ocean City’s bay side faces Great Egg Harbor Bay and a network of lagoons where tidal flooding is a real concern. The city’s bulkhead ordinance sets a minimum top elevation of 7.0 ft NAVD88 for non-oceanfront bulkheads — a wall that’s too low or poorly anchored lets the bay into the yard.
Timing matters in Ocean City: barges and construction vessels have to be out of the lagoons and back bays in July and August, except for emergency repairs. We plan on-water work around that window so your project isn’t stuck waiting for September.
Common questions
Do you work in Ocean City, NJ?
Yes — Ocean City is part of our service area, alongside Brigantine, Atlantic City, Ventnor, Margate, and Absecon.
Do I need a permit for a bulkhead in Ocean City?
Yes — a city bulkhead permit is filed through the Zoning Office and generally requires an approved NJDEP permit or a letter from DEP. The property owner obtains the permits, and we assist you throughout the process.
How high does a bulkhead have to be in Ocean City?
Ocean City’s bulkhead ordinance sets a minimum top elevation of 7.0 ft NAVD88 for non-oceanfront (bay and lagoon) bulkheads and 11.0 ft for oceanfront. Confirm the current requirement with the city for your property.
Can bulkhead work happen in the summer in Ocean City?
On-water work is restricted in July and August — barges and construction vessels must be out of the lagoons and back bays except for emergencies. We schedule around that window.
Do you do house demolition in Ocean City?
Yes — we demolish and clear residential homes so the lot is ready for a new build, and we can drive the new pilings afterward.