Project update - December 2024

New water access platform and pathway complete

We've built a platform that helps you safely get in and out of the water at Manly Dam's Section 1 Picnic Area. Next to the playground, this new water access platform makes it easier for people with limited mobility to enjoy Manly Dam. We've also created a new walkway that connects the water access platform to the accessible restrooms and parking spots.

This project was funded by the NSW Government, under the 2022-23 Open Spaces Program (Places to Swim). The Places to Swim program supports the creation of great places for people to enjoy our rivers, lakes, dams and other inland waterways.

We exhibited the concept plans from 10 May to 9 June 2024 and heard from 59 people. You expressed your support for the proposed water access platform and improvements to the pathways, suggesting that the plan would allow more people of all abilities to enjoy Manly Dam.

A Review of Environmental Factors was prepared to assess and mitigate any potential environmental impacts of the works.

This project continues on from recent works on the memorial space and elevated boardwalk with a focus on accessibility upgrades.

We proposed to construct a platform that allows safe entry and exit into the water for all paddlers and swimmers. This facility will offer an option for people with reduced mobility to enjoy Manly Dam, by providing safe access to the water's edge and water. The platform will be located at the shoreline of Section 1 Picnic Area adjacent to the playground.

As part of the works, we also proposed to construct a new pathway that will link the new water access platform to the accessible amenities and parking bays. New turf will also be laid to complement the pathway connections.

A Review of Environmental Factors has been prepared to assess and mitigate any potential environmental impacts of the works.

This infrastructure project continues on from recent works on the memorial space with a focus on accessibility upgrades.