Jetty Repairs FAQ — Batemans Bay

Like-for-like repairs are generally exempt. Structural changes, extensions or new builds require a Development Application through Eurobodalla Shire Council and a Crown Lands licence for works on Crown waterway land. The Clyde River is Crown waterway, so most jetty and pontoon structures require a current licence.

Pile replacement runs $500–$2,000 per pile. Re-decking a typical residential jetty costs $3,000–$8,000. Full structural rebuilds range from $15,000–$80,000+ depending on size, river access and engineering requirements. Flood-damaged structures may cost more if scour remediation is needed at pile bases.

Major floods scour sediment from around pile bases, reducing embedment and structural stability. Flood debris — logs, branches, pontoons broken free upstream — can impact cross-bracing and decking. The 2022 floods caused significant damage to private jetties between Nelligen and the bay. Post-flood inspection should be treated as essential, not optional.

H6-treated ironbark or turpentine are the go-to species for estuarine piles on the South Coast. Turpentine's natural resistance to marine borers makes it ideal for the tidal zone. For decking, spotted gum or blackbutt treated to H4 provides excellent durability with a more comfortable walking surface than ironbark.

Yes. We service the full length of the Clyde River from the bay to Nelligen and beyond. Upstream work is barge-based and scheduled around tidal windows — the river narrows significantly above the bridge, so timing and vessel draft matter. Nelligen jetties face strong current and flood scour, requiring deeper pile embedment than downstream structures.

Many home insurance policies cover flood and storm damage to private jetties, but coverage varies — check your Product Disclosure Statement for 'waterfront structures' or 'wharves and jetties'. We provide comprehensive photo documentation, structural assessments and detailed repair quotes formatted for insurance claim submissions.