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DRH · 05-03-2005, 09:35 PM

The type and size of docks allowed on Winnipesaukee is strictly regulated by the NH DES Wetlands Bureau. With 75' or more of lake frontage, the state allows construction of a 6' wide by 30' long permanent dock or a 6' wide by 40' seasonal dock. Also, if dock pilings are able to be driven into the lake bottom to a satisfactory depth at your location, I do not believe you are allowed to construct a crib dock. Exceptions may be made based on a "demonstrated need".

The installation of a new dock requires a Wetlands Bureau permit, and the addition of a canopy such as the ones shown in your photos requires a permit as well.

I'd suggest you check out the NH DES Wetlands Bureau's web site for more information. A couple good places to start would be:

http://www.des.state.nh.us/factsheet...ands/wb-12.htm

and

http://www.des.state.nh.us/PermitGuide/

05-03-2005, 09:35 PM	#12
DRH Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Meredith Posts: 1,698 Thanks: 1,211 Thanked 678 Times in 180 Posts	The type and size of docks allowed on Winnipesaukee is strictly regulated by the NH DES Wetlands Bureau. With 75' or more of lake frontage, the state allows construction of a 6' wide by 30' long permanent dock or a 6' wide by 40' seasonal dock. Also, if dock pilings are able to be driven into the lake bottom to a satisfactory depth at your location, I do not believe you are allowed to construct a crib dock. Exceptions may be made based on a "demonstrated need". The installation of a new dock requires a Wetlands Bureau permit, and the addition of a canopy such as the ones shown in your photos requires a permit as well. I'd suggest you check out the NH DES Wetlands Bureau's web site for more information. A couple good places to start would be: http://www.des.state.nh.us/factsheet...ands/wb-12.htm and http://www.des.state.nh.us/PermitGuide/ __________________ DRH