Table 40
Claiborne Harbor Jetty
Claiborne, Maryland
Baltimore District
Construction and Rehabilitation History
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A 750-ft-long slag jetty was constructed by a railway company at
Claiborne Harbor.
The jetty was extended 250 ft seaward as part of the federal project
1912
and was constructed of timber piles (Figure 5 )
1928
The timber pile extension was in poor condition and was missing a
seaward section.
1970's
The jetty was repaired, and revetment was placed around the jetty and
wharf area of the harbor by non-Federal interests.
1978
A report recommended removal of deteriorated timber piles.
A survey indicated the jetty was in excellent condition.
1986
Plans are complete for jetty rehabilitation. No details are
available.
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