Stan Sayres Boat Ramp Replacement
Updated: September 3, 2026
2026
This project will replace the existing boat ramp, which has reached the end of its useful life, with concrete. Forma Construction will mobilize on Tuesday, September 8 to begin this work on the north section ramp. SPR anticipates this work will be completed by mid-October 2026.
The entirety of Stan Sayres Boat Ramp will be closed until this work is complete Motorized boats can be launched at Magnuson Park Boat Ramp, Sunnyside Boat Ramp on Lake Union and Atlantic City Boat Ramp in Rainier Beach.
A portion of the parking area for Mount Baker Rowing and Sailing facility will remain, however, the majority of the parking lot will be closed for construction equipment and staging which includes a large construction crane. SPR will open the parking area as soon as safely possible.
SPR received a grant for $1.6 million for this project from the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office’s Boating Facilities Program.
Location
Stan Sayres Memorial Park, 3808 Lake Washington Blvd. S, Seattle, WA 98118
Budget
The City is currently working through the budget as costs have escalated well beyond the original budget as a result of the long lead time for the permit issuance. The City has enough funds to complete a section of the boat ramp starting in September 2026.
Schedule
The work will be accomplished in 2 stages.
- The first stage will replace the northern section of the boat ramp starting September 8, 2026 (after summer boating season) and should be completed by mid-October 2026. The work will be performed by Forma Construction.
- The remainder of the project will be completed TBD, depending on budget decisions.
Project Impacts
Parking area will be partially closed. Access to and parking for the Mt. Baker Rowing & Sailing Center will be maintained.