Alberton boat ramp widening complete

A $300,000 project to improve waterways access from the Alberton boat ramp on the Logan River has been completed, just in time for the school holidays.

We’ve aid the Gold Coast Waterways Authority (GCWA) has widened the Alberton boat ramp on the Logan River from one to two lanes.

‘The northern Gold Coast is one of the fastest growing areas of the city, so we need to keep pace with demand for access to the waterways network in that area.

‘Widening the boat ramp will improve traffic movements particularly in busy periods.

‘The angle of the boat ramp has also been realigned to improve the launching and retrieving of boats.

‘Now that the upgrade is open, more people will be able to use the Alberton boat ramp as a launching point for exploring the Logan River and the waterways beyond it,’ Minister Bailey said.

The Alberton boat ramp upgrade is one of several projects being undertaken by GCWA as part of its $34.7 million Gold Coast Waterways Management Program.

CEO, Hal Morris, said feedback received from a recent community survey conducted by GCWA had identified a need for alternatives launching spots to busier boat ramps such as Jacobs Well.

‘The upgrade at Alberton increases the access options for boaties who might want to avoid some of the busier spots, especially on weekend.

‘We’ll continue to work with the community, particularly in the northern Gold Coast area, to identify ways of improving access to our beautiful waterways destinations.