New docks and piers
Plan the approach, supports, walking surface, pierhead, dock position, and vessel access as one connected project.
Fixed and floating waterfront access in Myrtle Beach
Dock & Pier Builder in Myrtle Beach
Build new, repair what remains, or replace a failing structure with a plan shaped by Myrtle Beach water conditions, shoreline access, boating, fishing, and the way your property is used.
New construction, repair, and replacement
Start with how you want to reach and use the water.
A useful dock or pier gives the property a dependable route to boating, fishing, gathering, and quiet time at the shoreline.
Waterbridge builds and repairs fixed piers, fixed docks, floating docks, and gangways for residential and commercial properties in Myrtle Beach and Horry County.
Water movement, depth, exposure, access, vessel use, and existing structures influence what should be fixed, floating, repaired, or replaced.
Repair and replacement
Trace movement, damaged framing, worn flotation, failing piles, or unsafe transitions to the source before choosing repair or replacement.
The visible problem may start elsewhere
Inspect the complete path from shore to water.
A soft board may sit above weakened framing. A steep gangway may reflect changing water levels. A shifting dock can point to guides, anchors, piles, or hardware.
Waterbridge reviews accessible conditions before recommending work so a surface repair does not hide a structural issue elsewhere.
- Piles, flotation, anchors, guides, framing, and connections
- Decking, railings, ladders, gangways, and transitions
- Water movement, wake, exposure, shoreline elevation, and drainage
- Boat position, lift clearance, utilities, and construction access
One route from land to water
Make every connection work together.
The approach, pier, dock, gangway, vessel position, and utilities should work as one waterfront system.
Fixed approach
A fixed pier creates a steady route across shoreline conditions before meeting the working dock area.
Floating movement
A floating dock follows changing water. Flotation, guides, anchoring, hinges, and the gangway manage that movement.
Covered pierhead
A covered pierhead adds shade and gathering space when loads, clearances, access, and dock connections are planned early.
Boarding route
Steps, ladders, gates, railings, and boat position shape safe, comfortable access to the vessel.
Fishing and utilities
Benches, a fish-cleaning station, lighting, and water and electrical service need deliberate placement and qualified coordination.
Property traffic
A family dock, HOA structure, marina, or commercial pier brings different traffic, loading, and maintenance demands.
Structure first, finishes second
Match each component to exposure, use, and maintenance.
Material, fastening, support, movement, and drainage decisions must work together for the specific waterfront.
Piles and structural framing
Support type, spacing, bracing, and connections follow site conditions and the required loads.
Decking, railings, and edges
Compare treated lumber and composite options for traction, heat, appearance, maintenance, and framing fit.
Gangways, guides, and flotation
A floating assembly depends on flotation, restraint, transition angles, hinges, guides, and movement clearance.
Hardware and service routes
Coordinate corrosion-resistant fasteners, brackets, and qualified utility pathways before surfaces close the work in.
From concern to clear next step
A marine construction plan should start with present conditions.
Photos and ideas help start the conversation. The property assessment connects them to the water, structure, access, and likely approval requirements.
- 01
Walk the shoreline and define the use
Review how people and boats reach the water, what exists now, and what the finished route must improve.
- 02
Choose the system and scope
Compare fixed, floating, repair, and replacement options with features, materials, access, and likely approvals.
- 03
Build and review the connections
Complete the work, verify transitions and clearances, and review the finished structure and care points.
Waterbridge Contractors built a large floating dock and installed it on Winyah Bay. From start to finish the entire team did an outstanding job. They paid attention to details and made sure the project was done right. I highly recommend Waterbridge Contractors.
Paul B. · Waterbridge customer
A finished structure is only part of the result
See the work. Then hear from the people who hired Waterbridge.
Browse the marine construction photo gallery for a closer look at finished conditions, or read customer reviews about communication, coordination, and the experience of working with the team.
Common planning questions
What waterfront owners ask before work begins.
These answers are a starting point. Site conditions and local requirements still determine the right scope.
Should I choose a fixed pier, fixed dock, or floating dock?
The choice depends on water movement, shoreline elevation, exposure, boarding, use, and existing structures. Some sites work best with a fixed approach connected to a floating dock.
Can Waterbridge repair my existing dock or pier?
Yes. Waterbridge reviews supports, flotation, framing, decking, railings, anchoring, gangways, and shore connections before separating focused repairs from broader replacement work.
Can the project include a covered pierhead and fishing features?
Yes. A plan can coordinate a covered pierhead, benches, a fish-cleaning station, ladders, storage, lighting, and utilities with structure, clearances, and vessel access.
Will a Myrtle Beach dock or pier project need permits?
Many projects require approvals, but the path depends on the property, waterbody, existing conditions, and scope. Waterbridge identifies likely requirements while defining the work.
Where does Waterbridge build docks and piers?
Waterbridge serves Myrtle Beach and Horry County, plus Georgetown County in South Carolina and Brunswick County in North Carolina. Availability is confirmed for the specific property.
Start with the property