Maintenance Dredging at Pacific Coast Terminals - Port Moody Berths 1 & 2
Official title: Berth 1 and 2 maintenance dredging - PCT
Pacific Coast Terminals wants to dredge about 300 cubic metres of sediment from two berths at their Port Moody terminal. The work would take 3-5 days and restore water depth for safe ship access. They'd use a clamshell dredge during low-risk periods for fish.
Why This Matters
Live near Port Moody's waterfront? This dredging project could cause temporary noise and water disturbance. The work is small-scale but affects local marine habitat in Burrard Inlet.
What Could Change
If approved, PCT can remove sediment buildup that's making their berths too shallow for ships. The dredging would happen during the fisheries least-risk window to minimize harm to marine life.
Key Issues
- Should maintenance dredging be approved at this industrial terminal?
- Are the proposed environmental protections adequate for marine habitat?
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.