Accessible Pier

General Information

* Name/Location of Fishing Area
Accessible Pier
Yes
No
Describe the surface of the route of travel:
asphalt, pavers, boardwalk
Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):
9 %
Width of route of travel (at its narrowest point):
60 inches
What is the distance from the parking area to the fishing area?

(if no accessible parking, measure distance from middle of parking lot/area to launch area)

860 feet

(check all that apply)

Platform

(a gangway or slope that bridges the span between land and the pier)

Yes
If yes, how long is the gangway or ramp?
20 feet
If yes, what is the width of the gangway or ramp connecting the land to the pier?
192 inches
If yes, describe the slope of the gangway or ramp:
5 %
Yes

(i.e. textured pathways, changes in color)

Yes
Describe the surface of the pier:

(wooden planks, smooth, few rises, mostly even surface, etc.)

recycled plastic & wood composite planks (same as boardwalk)
What is the width of the pier at its narrowest point?

(60" minimum or, where there are obstacles, the route can narrow to 36" for no more than a 24" length on the pier)

47 inches

(60 inch circle)

Yes
Yes
If yes, how high is the railing?

(measure the lowest section of railing; at least 25% should be 34" or less)

36 inches

(30" x 48" space for a person in a wheelchair or chair to sit )

Yes

(minimum of 9" high and 30" wide)

Yes

(lips at sides of piers, or docks with a maximum of 4" high and 2" wide)

Yes

Comments

Wehr Nature Center does not allow fishing. This pier may be used for a scenic view of the lake and watching wildlife. It is also used in environmental education fieldtrips. The gate that separates the accessible pier from the non-accessible section was damaged and is currently being repaired. Until it is in place, the section extending out into the water poses a safety risk for someone in a wheelchair as that section has no edge protection.

Comments/additional information regarding fishing area