DMR Solicitation of Public Comment Regarding Dredge Projects

Pursuant to 38 M.R.S. §480-D, sub-§9, the Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR) is required to provide the Maine Department of Environmental Protection with an assessment of the impacts on the fishing industry of proposed dredging operations. The Arundel Yacht Club, the Kennebunkport Marina, and the Kennebunk River Club are proposing maintenance dredging of their waterfront infrastructure, including in and around boat slips, to provide adequate depth for navigation and berthing.   In addition, Sprague Operating Resources LLC is proposing dredging of the waterfront infrastructure adjacent to their South Portland Marine Terminal to provide adequate depth for navigation and berthing. 

Specific information on the proposed dredge operations and the timing are linked below.  

DMR will accept verbal and written comments about the potential impacts on fishing in the area to be dredged and impacts to the fishing industry of the proposed route to transport the dredge spoils to the IOSN disposal site.  If 5 or more persons request a public hearing prior to February 14, 2025, DMR will hold a hearing.  Comments should be sent to DMR at the email or mailing address listed below by 5:00 pm, February 14, 2025.

Department of Marine Resources, Attn: Environmental Permit Review, 21 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333 or email:  EnvironmentalReview.DMR@maine.gov.