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ATM Reports: Executive Summaries
Island Global Yachtin Ltd. • • Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
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Marina Due Diligence Assessment
Simpson Bay Yacht Club Marina
St. Maarten, N.A.
DRAFT EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Prepared For
Island Global Yachting
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
NOVEMBER 15, 2006
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A marina assessment was conducted by Applied Technology & Management, Inc. for Island Global
Yachting to assist with the review of the facilities at Simpson Bay Yacht Harbor, St. Maarten, NA The
review concentrated specifically on the items of condition of the existing physical facilities and
environmental issues. The major features on this site include the marina, a two-story condominium
office building, separate gate houses, a restaurant and outdoor eating area, a fuel dock building and a
maintenance shed.
Marina Engineering Summary
Overall, the property is in fair condition. It appears that regular maintenance has been conducted on the
upland elements, but the docks/piers and utilities are showing some significant deterioration and
deferred maintenance, particularly for a facility that was initially constructed in 1989 (17 years ago).
ATM conducted an engineering evaluation of the marina structures and utilities. The following highlights
the findings of this effort.
> Site Exposure - The marina docks and amenities are generally well-protected from prevailing
environmental forces. Simpson Bay is sheltered from the effects of offshore wave conditions:
therefore, only wind-generated waves within the bay can affect the site. Snoopy Island and the
Bay geometry limit exposure to the NNE through SE directions. The slips are largely oriented
ENE-WSW direction, which is generally bow into the prevailing winds. Tides in Simpson Bay
average 1 ft Storm surge during hurricanes can increase water levels on the order of 1 m,
according to regional reports by Alicyon. The most exposed slips (megayacht med-moors)
would be anticipated to be unoccupied during hurricane season, although reports from
previous storms (Lenny, Luis, etc.) indicate that smaller vessels remained in the marina.
➢ Navigable Depths and Sedimentation Potential — Sedimentation in the marina basin has
historically only been a localized problem and is believed to be primarily due to stonnwater
runoff carrying sediments into the marina basin from the surrounding areas and effects of
significant tropical storms. According to the marina operators, the basin has only been
dredged twice in the past 8 years. Records received from the owners were limited; however,
they indicated dredging of -6,000 cy in 2003 to deepen the entrance approach behind Snoopy
Island and 31,000 cy in 1999. Over the effective plan area of the marina and immediately
surrounding channels (- 10 acres), this equates to less than 0.25 ft/yr accumulation.
Three depth surveys provided by SBYC dated December 21, 2001 and July 25, 2003 were
compared with a spot sounding check by ATM on September 26, 2006. The SBYC surveys
are in feet assumed relative to low water datum. ATM corrected our lead line soundings to
approximate low water based on predicted tides at St. Barthelemy. Comparison of ATM to
the SBYC surveys reveals slight changes in the recorded mean low water depths, notably
some shallovving in A Dock and NB fairway areas. Docks B and C appear more stable.
Marina management reports the need for some maintenance dredging in 2006. ATM's survey
check indicated some areas of 7.5-10 ft under A Dock, with depths in the med-moor area of
12-16 ft. This should be included in the present owner's operating budgets and should be
confirmed.
An issue for future maintenance dredging is disposal of the materials. Previous events had
included material disposal on Snoopy Island, which resulted in lower unit costs of $5-7/cy. The
requkement to dispose of material offshore could easily increase unit dredging costs to
$20+/cy.
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• Shoreline Stabilization — The shoreline within the property limits extend approximately 300 ft.
The shoreline is stabilized with a mix of cast-In•place and precast concrete panels. Specifics
of the construction were not determined, but it appears to be in average/fair condition. Low
water depths are generally less then 3 ft along the west portions of the shoreline. Dredged
depths approach 9-10 ft along the east portion of the shoreline, where larger vessels berth
adjacent to the high-speed fuel dispenser. There was no apparent loss of soil observed along
this deeper portion of the shoreline. The shoreline structures should be monitored frequently
for any potential failures and/or safety concems to pedestrians and repairs made promptly.
> Manna Structures Overview - The marina consists of fixed concrete docks supported by
reinforced concrete pile caps (painted blue) and driven concrete piles. Dock main walkways
and fingers have a precast and poured in place concrete decking surface with integral utility
raceways. The raceways are accessed via cast concrete panels in the deck. Portions of the
decks are dressed with ceramic tile inlays and different concrete finishes.
The site visit consisted of observation from the fixed docks as well as by inflatable tender,
which was provided by the marina. ATM also reviewed previous structural assessment reports
by CCS who conducted a personal inspection of the property in August 2005. The facilities
were reported to be generally in average condition with minor instances of deferred
maintenance noted during the inspection.
Based on our observations, the docks appear to be in poor condition. Several concrete piles
and pile caps are missing and/or are deteriorating, leaving the steel rebar exposed and
vulnerable to corrosion and loss of structural strength. The concrete surfaces of the docks are
cracking and in some areas leaving holes and potential tripping hazards, particularly where the
utility chase covers are cracked or broken.
> Marina Utilities Overview— The marina offers three phase and single phase shore power in a
variety of configurations. Power is provided to the dock systems from two different
Government transformer vaults. One vault provides 480 volt, three phase power to Dock A,
while the other provides 208/120 volt three phase power to Docks B, C, and the upland
development. Power distribution and condition for the upland elements appears generally
adequate, with the exception of some potential safety issues related to exposed/loose tree
wiring at Jimbo's. This wiring should be further inspected for safety compliance.
During the site visit, approximately 19 different types, styles or configurations of power
pedestals were observed as being used on Docks A, B and C. Dock A has been renovated
several times during the last 5 years in order to provide power that will accommodate the
larger yachts. All wiring as well as the power pedestals are relatively new and therefore are in
good condition. The only discrepancy noted was the fact that the total amount of power
available to dock A via the power company's 600 kva transformer is far less than the total
connected load of approximately 1100 ova. Wiring and pedestals on Dirks B and C are more
varied and in fair to poor condition. Significant dock electrical system issues are as follows:
• The most dangerous situation identified during our site visit was the cable taps and
splices that have occurred in the cable trenches. The leakage of electrical current
through these deteriorated splices not only causes damage to the boats through
electrolysis, It also poses a life threatening situation to people that might be in the water
working on their boats or walking barefoot on a wet dock. The repair of electrical taps
and splices in the cable trenches is of paramount importance to life safety. There are an
estimated 150 cable splices and taps located primarily on Dirks C and B that should be
replaced.
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• Many of the boats that had plugged into the pedestals with their power cabling have
created unsafe conditions. The extensive use of plug adapters and undersized cabling
pose a fire hazard by potentially overloading the cables to the boats. In more than one
case, a 16 gauge extension cord (rated at 13 amps) was plugged into a 50 amp
receptacle.
• Replacement and repair of the broken power pedestal equipment would prevent further
damage to the pedestal and perhaps avdd an electrical accident Approximately 17
pedestals were identified as needing minor repairs that would include replacing
mounting bolts, replacement of circuit breakers, and replacement of broken receptacles.
• As pedestals are being replaced, the newer ones are usually provided with multiple
power and voltage configurations that would have the potential to overload the existing
circuits. A load survey of all existing circuits should be made during peak season to
determine the existing capacity of electrical system to the docks. This load survey
should be accompanied by an accurate single line diagram showing the locations and
sizes of cabling, supply transformers, fuses and protective circuit breakers. The results
of this survey along with projections of future boat types and ac-cociated power
requirements would dictate the extent of renovations that can be made to the existing
dock system.
• Design of a new distribution system with added capacity for the larger boats (mega
yachts) would be very difficult due to the limited space within each dock system where
cables can be routed. Most of the cable trenches are completely filled and so additional
means would be required in order to provide a new or increased capacity to Drinks B
and C.
There is no marina pump out available and as such this promotes dumping in the marina
basin. However, when evaluated against the stormwater/sewer outfalls present in Simpson
Bay, this does not present a significant water quality issue Potable water is provided at the
pedestals and metered. Diesel and gasoline are provided at the fuel dock and diesel is also
provided at a dispenser east of the main dock arrpcs. Water and fuel utilities are discussed
further in the environmental section below.
➢ Layout and Potential Expansion - The marina reports 120 slips. ATM's review indicates a total
of 6,820 If of leasable space (including 2 unavailableJowned slips C22 and C24). This includes
berthing for approximately 16 megayachts (> 80 ft) and 98 small craft. The marina layout and
fairways are generally adequate for current marina operations. By current minimum fairway
standards, the interior double loaded slips are limited to 50-55 ft WA, although the widths of
these slips are narrower than current standards. The slip widths at 30-32 ft were likely sized
by 1980s standards for 35-40 ft sailboats. The majority of vessels are sailboats under 50 ft.
Some catamarans require wider berths and currently occupy two slips, and it is assumed that
marina management needs to selectively berth vessels exceeding 35-40 ft to allow adequate
berthing width in the double loaded slips.
It is noted that with future pier reconstruction comes the opportunity for reconfiguration of the
marina basin. Though the facility may be adequate for current usage, accommodation for
additional large slips is possible to provide berthing for larger yachts and wider sailboats
(catamarans). The megayacht med-moor arrangement could be improved with alongside
berthing in future expansions.
➢ Recommendations and Deferred Maintenance Cost Estimate — The marina's oldest
components are 17 years old. Though some maintenance and improvements have occurred,
the marina piers and electrical system have some significant problems that need attention.
General cost estimates for immediate repair (life-safety), 0-5 year repair/replacement, and
complete replacement (more than 5 years into the future) of the marina is attached. This
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represents in-kind replacement (with appropriate updates, inclusion of pumpout, etc.) and does
not include reconfiguration or expansion.
In addition, the following items are generally minor in nature and most can be handled with in-
house staff or local contractors, as part of normal facility maintenance:
C• Add safety ladders at miscellaneous locations around the marina basin.
• Monitor condition of power and water pedestals annually. Reattach loose pedestals
to the decking with proper bolts. Replace any inoperable elements or replace
pedestals as necessary.
▪ Replace cracked and broken concrete trench/utility access covers. These create
potential tripping hazards for pedestrians.
Continue general monitoring and replacement program of loose or damaged cleats
and bollards, focusing on the large vessel docks (A Dock).
4. Consider addition of more fire suppression equipment (i.e., portable foam and water
cart, similar to those found at wivw.marinafires.com or similar. One cart should be
maintained at the foot of the docks. Add extinguishers per NFPA 10 requirements at
nominally 150 ft intervals along the docks.
It should be noted that deficiencies highlighted above were identified during this site investigation and
interviews with the marina staff. Immediate expenditures indicate repairs or deficiencies, which pose a
danger to public safety or are in violation of good practice. Also, if year 1-5 maintenance items are left
uncorrected, these can lead to further deterioration of the facilities and increase corrective repair costs.
This may also lead to a decrease in occupancy and impact marketability. Items noted should be
handled on a priority basis, with life safety issues taking precedence over routine preventative
maintenance.
Upland Structural Engineering Summary
The Simpson Bay Yacht Club site includes a two-story condominium office building, two gate houses at
the entrance into the dock area, a maintenance/storage facility, a bar/restaurant with outdoor pool area,
and a building at the end of C Dock that houses the fuel dispensing operation.
The buildings have sloped metal roofs which are covered with red barrel tiles or corrugated FRP and
shingles that are supported by concrete or wood framing. The ceiling of the bottom floor of the two-story
condominium office building is constructed of suspended metal grids supporting acoustic ceiling tiles.
The exterior of the buildings consists of concrete walls and concrete masonry block covered with
painted stucco. The floors are concrete or wood decking and some are finished with ceramic tiles. The
restaurant building stricture consists of timber framing and corrugated FRP and shingle roofing. The
wooden floor deck has several elevated wooden seating areas.
2-Story Condominium Office Building - The -1,560 sq ft marina main office is located within the
condominium office building, which is adjacent to the main pier. There is exposed rebar
apparent along the ceiling on the second floor of the West side of the building. Evidence of
water stains is apparent along the first and second floor ceilings on the East side of the building.
➢ Gate Houses - Located near the marina entrance there are two separate 480 square foot gate
house buildings, separated by a covered walkway. The East gate house building is occupied by
the Dociunasters Office and the West gate house is rented by a yacht charter service. The roof
of the East gate house appears to have had some repairs attempted due to a leaky air
conditioning unit. There are also some water stains evident on the ceiling. The floor was
constructed too low (same level as exterior) and reported to develop puddles during storms, as
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several cracks were also noted. The concrete floor in the West gate house has some cracks
and holes that need to be sealed and the window exterior needs to be refurbished.
> Jimbo's Bar (4 Restaurant — The restaurant was constructed in 2002 which includes both
enclosed and outdoor areas with a pool and swim up bar. The roof has some pin hole leaks and
there are some water strains evident along the ceiling.
> Fuel Dock Building — An approximately 650 sq ft fuel dock building is located at the T- head of C
Dock which houses the fuel dispensing operation. The concrete floor appears to have been
raised approximately 4-6 in above the dock. There is some corrosion apparent along eave end
of the metal roof. There are several rusting nails along the exterior walls.
Environmental & Upland Infrastructure Summary
In addition to the engineering evaluation of the marina structures at Simpson Bay Yacht Club, the
marina was inspected for operations and conditions which present the most common environmental
concerns. The components of these inspections are listed below with a brief summary of out findings,
followed by several recommendations for additional investigation:
> Potable Water — Water is supplied to the marina via the public water system. No significant
deficiencies were noted with the water supply to the marina. NI potable water uses at SBYC
are metered to make sure there are no unaccounted leaks or usage. Water is charged at the
marina at $0.12/gallon.
> Sanitary Wastewater — No vessel pump out is provided at SBYC. Despite limited potential
usage, provision of a waste pump out is always recommended as well as enforcement of a "no
discharge" policy within the marina basin. Sanitary wastewater from the offices and upland
facilities is reportedly discharged to septic systems on the upland. No known problems exist
with the septic systems. The condominium regime at Plaza del Lago maintains the septic
systems. JImbo's Bar/Restaurant has individual septic systems for the facility.
> Stormwater Runoff— Stormwater runoff does not appear to be a significant problem within the
limits of the property. However, it is believed that stormwater runoff from adjacent areas to the
project site contribute sediment and contaminants to the local waters, and thus may impact
water quality and sedimentation in the marina.
> Fueling System — Sol is responsible for providing fuel and owns and maintains the storage
tanks, fuel supply piping, and dispensers. The supply piping and dispensers were replaced in
2003-2004. The dispensers are in good condition and include 2 for diesel (high speed
capability, one on land and one on the fuel dock) and 1 dual-product unit on the fuel dock. The
UST construction material and tank capacity was not verified. Varied sources of documentation
revealed that the diesel tank holds 10,000 gal and the gasoline tank holds 4,360 gal These
should be verified prior to purchase. There appear to be adequate electric and manual shutoff
valves to stop the flow of fuel in an emergency. There are apparently no local regulations that
would require remediation and/or replacement of the USTs; however, the UST release
described above should be further investigated. No soil contamination in the vicinity of the
waste oil storage areas was observed.
> Waste Management — Solid waste receptacles are provided at the foot of the piers. These
receptacles are emptied daily by marina staff. The collected solid wastes are stored in a
dedicated storage area at the east end of the premises and removed periodically by a local
waste hauler. Waste oil storage and general facility maintenance equipment is also located in
this area.
> Sediment, Water, and Soil Quality - During the period September 26.27, 2006 sediment, water,
and soil samples were collected from 4 locations each within the Simpson Bay Marina. The
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analytical results of the sediment, surface water, and soil sampling effort undertaken suggest
the following:
• Sediment Quality - Antimony, arsenic, copper, mercury, silver, and zinc concentrations
were elevated In marina sediments. Silver concentrations are included because of
elevated MDL values. No PAH compounds or PCB arochlors were detected in any of
the sediment samples. TOC concentrations in all of the sediment samples were
elevated. Tri-n-butyltin concentrations exceeded the USEPA lower screening value by
two orders of magnitude in each of the samples.
• Water Quality - Copper and selenium concentrations in surface water samples were
elevated. Copper concentrations in each surface water sample exceeded both the
acute and chronic U.S. EPA water quality aiteria. Selenium concentrations exceeded
the chronic water quality aiteria value but not the acute exposure value. No PAH
compounds were detected in any of the surface water samples. No dissolved phase
BTEX compounds were detected above their respective MDLs in any of the water
samples. Nutrients do not appear to be a significant concern in the marina waters. The
copper source is likely leaching from bottom paints. The selenium source is unknown
but likely from a natural source.
• Soil Quality - Five PAH and one BTEX compound were detected in elevated
concentrations in soil sample SBM-06SS. The reported analytical concentrations and
weathered petroleum hydrocarbon odors noted during collection of soil samples in the
vicinity of the diesel fuel UST indicated that a relPase of unknown quantity has
occurred. Groundwater in the vicinity of the UST has likely been impacted as well. The
extent and geometry of any groundwater contaminant plume that may be present is
unknown.
> Site Electrical System — The main electrical substations are operated by the Government and
were not accessible for observation during our visit. Since these substations are not within the
control of the marina it is assumed that any power upgrades required for the docks or buildings
could be accommodated by the Government.
> Parking — Only 10 parking spaces are located within the SBYC property, adjacent to Jimbo's
restaurant Staff and guest parking is generally first-come, first-sewed and within the available
surface parking lots in the Simpson Bay/Plaza del Lago development.
> Areas of Environmental Concern— During the inspection, a few areas of environmental concern
were identified. ATM recommends the following for environmental compliance:
• Coordinate with Sol regarding additional sampling and remediation, if necessary, of the
fuel product found during ATM's sampling effort.
• A maintenance dredging fund should be established for potential post-tropical storm
dredging in the basin and in particular, the entrance channel area that may occur. A
regional dredged materials management approach should be considered for all
facilities within Simpson Bay.
• Additional fire suppression pump/foam carts should be considered to supplement the
extinguishers that are placed around the docks.
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PRELIMINARY PROBABLE REPLACEMENT COST ESTIMATE
SIMPSON BAY YACHTCLUB
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ISub-Total:
Item _ I Ouipaiy Unit
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SSC° :X5
Ss Cost A
1/4,5;00 —1
IWO 000
Depewlent uponrmittewr factors
Nis I Orgy Unit MAt Mons Solt 6191•60assirsan
Fmk) Docks 7 529 SF $150 $,SION main we r Aap and /r2ers
Llama PoveirVilater • PHNSZIIS IS EA $35 COD $56C 000 3- 6 1-ensse sappy to 480v at ;p.c.< sips
Fire Sumas: on • Carers 3 FA OW ' 52550 I Spaced al -15, per WPA
'Subtotal: 51,691 BOO
--anillt WI W alt Nes Cod '-S Ott NollatANIstsra*
Fae0 Coca, 142S6 SF $120 $171Q,90 man awirorap_and nngirs
Manna Power/Waler • Pedestals 96 EA $7,600 B59§22)._ TwicaN 1201206V
Fro SwP/144/05 -COMM 6 EA $850 $6,600 Spaced M-150 per "PA
Manna Sower Purnpoul - Fuel Oot* I EA $70,000 $70000 dedW9010I0Pal WOG Intleort
Fuel Deanna • Dearmacan• I EA $400,000 $400000 Susd css land and fool dock (SO WePowailei)
Sub•Totel. $2.173,710
- agile ;.1 - CYNOS. •-410—: r.lthetr-n. IMmieriale
?Slow/Manna 0614
/ * &Wino 1,506 SF $100 IMI gm if from pins
Gs* Hosts 960 SF $100 $96000 if Mr. On
FM Dock ESION9 145 SF $/5 $10875 fair** sans
ssuneruno $066 900 SF $65 $19 500 datumptsila
3mbar Su and Pool VC* SF $n $12 7.5% MIMS Sint
frdp-Tatit SOWS
$6.490,115
Orria0PICY 15% 3870.621
TOTAL ESTIMATED REPLACEMENT COSTS: $6,290,656
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DRAFT ESTIMATE OF PROBABLE REPAIR COSTS
SIMPSON BAY YACHT CLUB
Item I chouillitY I Unit ',unit I Item CoM I NoinfAsisurnptIons
Fa00 Docks
Man Walkways 9110 SF $20 $182,200
Finger Docks 1,220 SF $20 224,400
Concrete Surface 10.300 SF $5 $51,500
Utilities - Rep* 1 LUMP 215.000 $18000 Provided by Erik Engineerlivo
TOW Immediate Costs $213.100
Item I Quanitfty Unit Mink I Item Ccfl I Nounasinemokins
Fan Docks
Utltes • Repair/Maintenance I I LUMP $350,0001 $350,000 I Plovided by Eon Engineering
UplandPaean
Condlmlnum Office Building:
Lex Repairs 1.508 SF $5 $7,530
Gate House Buildings:
Repot Roof 980 SF $8 27,880
Repair Floor 480 SF $2 2980
Repair Concrete Weas 960 SF $5 $4,800
Repay Window ExterlOr Trice 10 LF $3 $30
Jirribo's Bar 8 Restaurant
Repair Roof 1.700 SF $0 210,200
Fuel Dock Building:
Repair Root 145 SF $5 21,160
Replace Hardware 145 SF $5 $725
Total Year 1-5 Costs 3383.00
TOTAL: $854,185
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I. SF estimates Include covered and open (deck) melons of sauctures
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APPLIED TECHNOLOGY & MA AGEMEN, INC.
Marina Due Diligence Assessment
Virgin Gorda Yacht Harbor
Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands
DUE DILIGENCE SUMMARY
Prepared For
Island Global Yachting
Ft Lauderdale, Florida
NOVEMBER 14, 2006
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DUE DILIGENCE SUMMARY
A marina assessment was conducted by Applied Technology & Management, Inc. for Island Global
Yachting to assist with the review of the facilities at Virgin Gorda Yacht Harbor, Virgin Gorda, British
Virgin Islands. The review concentrated specifically on the items of Condition Assessment of existing
physical facilities and environmental issues. The major features on this site include the leased shops,
restaurant, and grocery store, boat storage and repair facility, marina office and chandlery, fixed docks,
basin perimeter (bulkhead), restrooms, and fuel storage facility.
Marina Engineering Summary
This marina was constructed in the 1970's and is in generally good condition, save for the concrete
bulkhead that surrounds the basin. The bulkhead remains from the original marina development and is
In very poor, failing condition. The marina piers were replaced In the mid 1990's and are in good
condition. These piers utilize precast concrete elements from PresTCon out of Trinidad, the same
component supplier as on the new Yacht Haven Grande marina.
The marina includes three main dock trees, a single marina pier for larger vessels, and side-tie mooring
along the perimeter. It is noted that the side-tie slips along the perimeter are used mainly by local
fisherman and supply boat operators. No utilities exist for these slips. Main dock trees and the large
vessel pier provide standard marina power and water service via utility pedestals which are in fair
condition. Fuel is available at the marina. A grocery, restaurant, and conglomeration of small retail
stores exists on the property and nicely compliments marina activity and operations.
In addition to the marina wetslips, a large vessel service yard is located on an upland portion of the site
adjacent to the marina. This yard has capacity to store some -300 vessels and is widely recognized in
the region for high quality service offerings. On the opposite side of the marina basin from the service
yard is a large field which is used by locals for outdoor recreation. The upland facility at the manna is
noted as the center of activity for the entire community.
Expansion and redevelopment opportunities at this site are many due to the large upland space
available. This may include the development of additional upland structures and/or an expansion of the
marina basin to augment slip offerings.
Specific areas of required maintenance include:
➢ Immediate replacement of -2,220 linear feet of concrete bulkhead.
➢ In order to maximize the number of useful slips in the marina, construction of marina utilities
along the perimeter of the basin should be considered.
➢ Repair/replacement of marina dropwell which has significant rust on steel bulkhead and
significant concrete spalling and cracking of travel pad/cap
➢ Consider addition of marine sewage pumpout
Costs for this improvement are estimated to be approximately $1,500/linear foot of bulkhead and
approximately $7,000/slip for construction of perimeter marina utilities (-17 slips). This yields a total
cost of $3.33MM for bulkhead repair (assuming a coated steel sheet pile bulkhead driven in front of
existing wall & new concrete cap) which is required immediately and $119,000 for utility improvements
to increase the number of useful slips in the basin (utility improvements suggested, but not required).
Costs to improve the dropwell structure may range from $10,000 for concrete repair and monitoring to
$500,000 for replacement of bulkhead and piers. These costs may be absorbed into redevelopment
plans that shift the marina yard to the opposite side of the basin and call for the existing dropwelVyard to
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be convened to an alternate upland use. A summary of these probable costs are listed on the attached
spreadsheet.
Installation of a marine sewage pumpout may cost on the order of $20,000.
Maintenance dredging does not appear to be an immediate need.
Environmental & Upland Infrastructure Summary
In addition to the engineering evaluation of the marina structures, ATM also analyzed the
environmental condition of the marina and surrounding property, associated infrastructure, and
structures on the property. Each of these components is listed below with a brief summary of our
findings, followed by several reuxnmendations for additional investigation:
➢ Potable Water — Currently, potable water is provided to VGYH via a 3' line from Little Dix Bay
Resort. Due to ongoing expansion plans at Little Dix Bay, VGYH will be forced to conned
directly to the municipal water system by March 2007. The piping and water meter are in
place to make this conrivUkni with the 2' diameter water main. Given the size of this water
main and the reported unpredictable pressure and flow of the municipal water, we concur with
Sun Resorts plan to install high service pumps, 20,0000 gallon storage tank, and chlorination
system. Given peak potable water flows of about 12,000 gallons per day in June and July, the
proposed improvements should provide an adequate supply of potable water. The current
water rate is $25/1,0000 gallons and all uses at VGYH are metered.
➢ Sanitary Wastewater — All wastewater generated at Village Cay Marina is routed to the Little
Dix Bay Resort sewer system via central lift station. Similar to the potable water supply, VGYH
must remove this connection by March 2007. There is no municipal sewer system, so an on-
site wastewater treatment plant must be installed. Sun Resorts has a preliminary wastewater
plan in place, but must make a decision soon regarding treatment and disposal options. The
on-site collection system and pump stations appear to be functioning adequately at the time of
the inspection. According to long-term meter readings, about 42% of the potable water enters
the sewer system.
➢ Stormwater Runoff — There are eight stormwater outfalls into the marina basin. However, only
the outfall originating beNnd Buck's Grocery Store appears to contain offsite strimiwater runoff
and is the only one that is problematic. Buck's Grocery Store and the adjacent businesses
have been flooded in the past due overflows from this system. The onsite drainage area has
been regarded to help prevent this problem, but enlarging replacing the existing 10- line with a
larger pipe will be necessary. There is no sewer system in the surrounding area, so it is likely
that offsite stormwater runoff discharging to the manna basin is contaminated to some extent.
Routing the offsite stormwater runoff out of the basin should be explored.
➢ Fueling System — The fueling fadkty consists of two above ground storage tanks - 8,000 gallon
diesel and 2,000 gallon gasoline. There are no ground water monitoring wells at the tank farm.
The Sol Group (formerly Shell) provides the fuel and is responsible for maintenance of the
fueling system and two gas dispenser and two diesel dispensers. Currently, the tanks are fed
from Little Dix Bay, but when the fuel tanks are moved to the other side of the marina to make
way for the Investment Club development, they will be fed directly from Sol's fuel depot. The
existing fuel lines will be replaced during this move. The existing lines are not that old but
reportedly replaced older lines that were leaking. No evidence of above ground leaks were
observed during the inspection, but additional investigation into the formerly leaking lines may
be warranted.
➢ Waste Management — Two roll off dumpsters are provided for solid waste disposal. There is
no used oil collection facility or other waste collection points, so it is assumed that all wastes
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end up in these two dumpsters. The dumpsters are emptied at a municipal dump on Virgin
Gorda.
➢ Water and Sediment Quality — The configuration of the marina basin and average tide range in
the area precludes very good flushing. Rain events can result in turbid water from offsite
stormwater runoff entering the basin. However, the water quality in the marina basin should be
acceptable from an aesthetic standpoint at most times. Water quality and sediment samples
were collected during a period of fairly dry weather during this due diligence effort. Results
quantifying the water and sediment quality in the basin will be reported under separate cover
when received.
➢ Structural Assessment — The upland facilities consist of the following:
• A single story grocery store
• A single story retail space
• A two story fuel dock, marina reception building
• A dive shop
• The single story Chandlery (ship's store)
• A maintenance shop
• Two retail buildings (under construction)
The grocery store is a pre-engineered metal building. The exposed perimeter of the roof is in
very poor condition and must be repaired. The electrical system within the building is in poor
condition and should be replaced. The facility is "dated" and based on its overall condition
should be replaced within 5 years.
The retail eparp consists of five apparent load bearing masonry, buildings which enclose an
open courtyard. The interior canopy and roof overhangs of the buildings are in poor condition
and need to be repaired and replaced. The storm drainage system including the above
ground and above ground piping is severely undersized and the site drainage is poor. The
facility is "dated" and based on its overall condition should be replaced in approximately 5
years. The fuel docW marina reception building, is a wood framed structure and in good
condition with the exception of the wood deck and stairway which is in poor condition and
should be replaced. The Chandlery appears to be in good condition and the Maintenance
Shop is in fair condition.
➢ Site Electrical System — During the inspection, ATM conducted a cursory review of the
electrical system at this site. Currently, all electrical power is routed through the Little Dix Bay
Resort transmissions system. VGYH will have to be off of this system by March 2007 and
connected directly with BVI Electric. The new transformer for this feed has been purchased by
Sun Resorts and is now in place. The transfer over to BVI Electric should occur within the next
several months. Much of the wiring and switch gear have been replaced, but there are several
areas needing improvement and abandoned equipment that must be removed that are
described in more detail in this repal. A thorough detailed inspection of the electrical system
is warranted. Backing up this system is a 500 kW 3-phase diesel generator in new condition
that can handle the current electrical loads at VGYH. This generator is fed by a new dual-
walled 1,000 gallon steel storage tank.
➢ Boat Storage Yard — This 13 acre area has a reported capacity of 280 boats and is served by
a 70 tone Travel Lift. The boat storage yard is scheduled to be moved to the empty field on
the east side of the property to accommodate construction of a village center by the
Investment Club. The new 11 acre site is reported to be able to handle the same number of
boats. This move will require a facility for the Travel Lift. Sun Resorts also indicated that they
are considering a 150 ton Travel Lift to serve larger boats at the new storage yard area.
Metered water and electricity are provided to the existing yard and all work, other than hull
scraping, is accomplished by independent contractors under the direction of the boat yard
manager. The contractors are responsible properly disposing of their wastes. At the time of
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the inspection, the boat storage area was very dean with no evidence of significant spills of oil
or other materials.
➢ Village Center Construction - The Investment Club has begun construction of a village center
at the existing boat yard area. Sun Resorts indicated that utilities serving this development will
be independent of the marina. Little additional information on this development was made
available at the time of the inspection.
➢ Areas of Environmental Concern — During the inspection, several areas of environmental
concern were noted. There is a potentially PCB containing transformer located adjacent to the
restaurant that is slated to be abandoned in place when the new electrical connection is made.
This transformer should either be drained of oil or removed from the site. At the Travel Lift,
there is an area where boat hulls are pressure washed and scraped. This area drains to a
sump that is pumped into the ocean. The results of soil sampling in this area will provided
under separate cover. Best management practices to contain paint chips and other
contaminants from hull maintenance activities should be considered. In addition, the potential
for contaminated soils from leaking fuel Ines (that have been replaced) should be investigated
as discussed above. This inspection did not include a lead-based paint or asbestos survey.
While no obvious areas of lead-based paint or asbestos were observed, the age of the facility
warrants additional investigation to verify their presence or absence.
ATM recommends the following tasks be undertaken. Probable costs for implementation are attached.
➢ Verify transfer of water, electric, and wastewater utilities from Little Dix Bay Resort. Prior to
dosing. Projected costs are attached should these tasks be undertaken by IGY.
➢ Conduct a detailed inspection of the electrical system to further delineate required
improvements.
➢ Verify that the Investment Club development will have separate utilities.
➢ Conduct lead-based paint and asbestos survey.
➢ Institute marina best management practices in the area where boat hull maintenance occurs.
➢ Further investigate soils along the area where the old fuel lines were located to assure that
contamination has not occurred.
➢ Remove or drain oil from potentially PCB containing abandoned electrical transformer.
➢ Repair exposed perimeter of the roof in grocery store and replace electrical system within the
building. The facility is "dated" and based on its overall condition should be replaced within 5
years.
➢ The interior canopy and roof overhangs of the retail buildings need to be repaired and replaced
along with repairing the storm drainage system. The facility is 'dated" and based on its overall
condition should be replaced in approximately 5 years.
➢ Replace the wood deck and stairway at the fuel dock/ marina reception building.
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FINAL ESTIMATE OF PROBABLE COSTS - VIRGIN GORDA YACHT HARBOR UPLAND COMPONENTS
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Electical Insoacica 8 Mac I LS $35,000 $35.000
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