May 2023
FACT SHEET
U.S. Marine Corps - Blount Island Dredging
Operations and Maintenance (O&M)
Congressional Districts: 4,5
1. DESCRIPTION
The work consists of maintenance dredging the 38-foot slip basin at the U.S. Marine Support Facility Blount Island, Jacksonville, Florida.
2. FUNDING
| Allocation for FY23 |
$6,300,000 |
| President's Budget FY20 |
$6,500,000 |
3. SPONSOR
U. S. Marine Corps
Support Facility Blount Island
Jacksonville, FL 32226
4. STATUS
Approximately 125,000 cubic yards is maintenance dredged every year. Dredged material is placed in the Dayson Island upland disposal area. Effort in FY23 includes condition surveys, plans and specifications, and award of the next O&M dredging contract. The next maintenance dredging event is scheduled for award in August 2023. Work is scheduled for completion in December 2023.
