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Mooring Buoy Redevelopment Project Update

During the week of October 2, 2023, our contractor will begin the installation of erosion and sediment control fencing and tree protection along the Mooring Buoy corridor (from Sea Lane to Port Tack) to support the redevelopment construction project. Homeowners along the corridor can expect the fabric silt fencing and tree protection barriers to be installed within the right-of-way of their yard. The contractor will take measures to ensure minimal disturbance to the landscaping and lawns. Still, please be advised that installing these materials is a requirement from the Town of Hilton Head Island for all construction projects of this nature. The Association and our contractor will work closely with the Town to reduce the impact on individual properties.

After the construction zone has been fully protected and prepared, work on replacing the stormwater drainage pipes is projected to begin on October 23, 2023. Before the full mobilization of the construction team, traffic detour signage will be posted. We ask the residents and guests within the project boundaries, including those located north of Port Tack, to use the following detour routes when entering or exiting their properties:

  • MAP #1: Addresses 61 – 89 Mooring Buoy (including T-Streets Dinghy, East Wind, Flotilla): Use Mooring Buoy with caution while navigating through the active construction zone.
  • MAP #2: Addresses 91 – 138 Mooring Buoy (including T-Streets Galleon, High Rigger, Iron Clad, Junket): Use the Sea Lane to Port Tack to Mooring Buoy detour, using caution while navigating through the active construction zone.
  • MAP #3: Addresses 139 – 195 Mooring Buoy (including T-Streets Ketch, Long Boat, Man O War, Night Harbor): Use the Sea Lane to Port Tack to Mooring Buoy detour.

Please be advised that vehicle, pedestrian, and bicycle traffic should observe these detours. Leisure pathway traffic in the construction area may be impeded or blocked at certain times during the project. Although the beach access points along the corridor will remain open during the project, we recommend using non-effected access points outside the main construction zone.

The redevelopment project scope will include the installation of new stormwater drainage infrastructure, roadway paving and realignment, and leisure pathway widening, reconfiguration, and realignment. The Broad Creek Public Service District will also coordinate domestic waterline replacement during the project. The work is targeted for completion in April 2024. The project boundaries will span from the 3-way stop at Sea Lane to the intersection of Port Tack. Although no construction work will be performed on the T-streets during this project, residents on these streets (Dinghy, East Wind, Flotilla, Galleon, High Rigger, Iron Clad, Junket) can also expect minor impacts due to construction-related activities. Additionally, residents along Sea Lane and Port Tack should expect higher-than-normal traffic volumes, as construction detour redirection for vehicles and pedestrians will occur.

If you reside in or rent a home on Mooring Buoy or the adjacent T-streets, you may experience limited accessibility to your driveway and/or mailbox at certain times during the project. All homeowners within the direct construction zone on Mooring Buoy can expect their driveway apron to be reconstructed, resulting from the widening of the leisure pathway and minor road alignment. The project and construction management teams will have a daily presence on the construction site to ensure that any accessibility issues are minimized.

The Association recommends not scheduling any residential construction projects during this timeframe. If your property is on the rental market,

 

please notify guests that parking may be a concern and that entering or exiting your property could be challenging at times. There will also be a considerable amount of underground utility work that could cause a disruption of service in a worst-case scenario. In cases where disruptions are experienced, our Project Manager will work with the utility providers to ensure rapid service restoration.

The Association’s Project Management Team will likely make daily adjustments to the construction schedule based on weather and utility conflicts. Unlike a new construction project, the contractor will likely encounter several unanticipated challenges. For example, if the pipe crew discovers unmarked utilities, they may have to remobilize to a different area until the utility crews have resolved the conflict. Despite these anticipated challenges, our experienced contractors have a proven track record of quick and efficient problem resolution, which will minimize the impact on our homeowners and guests.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we accomplish this significant redevelopment project. We aim to modernize the infrastructure, improve safety and accessibility, and enhance the overall experience for those who live, invest, work, and play in our community. If you have any questions regarding this project, please contact Jeff Starr, Director of Projects & Facilities, at jstarr@pdpoa.org.