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The pass opened Friday night by eroding around the Sanibel side of the remaining sheet pile wall. This area was the last to be dredged and the remaining beach berm was not strong enough to hold.
Approximately half of the sheet pile wall will be removed Monday, August 3. This is being done in an attempt to relieve some of the current in the pass so divers can work to remove the old creosote bridge pilings. If the current is sufficiently reduced, the bridge pilings will be removed prior to the remaining sheet pile wall.
Posting of the Wulfert Flats Pole and Troll zone is scheduled for Tuesday, August 4th.
Below is an aerial taken by the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation on Friday, prior to the breach.
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The County intends to authorize additional dredging up to 40,000 cyds with a completion date of October. The additional material will be dependent on the volume of shoaling experienced when the sheetpile wall is removed.
Marking of Wulfert Channel and the 'Pole and Troll' zone in Wulfert Flats is anticipated prior to opening Blind Pass.
The County is removing the old creosote bridge pilings, discovered in the dredge area, on Friday, August 31
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-The opening of Blind Pass , or removal of the last sheetpile wall, could occur as early as August 1. The opening will not occur prior to completion of the dredging in the Gulf or prior to marking the Pole & Troll zone in Wulfert Flats.
-Lee County is considering authorizing additional dredging in the Gulf after the pass is ‘opened’ to extend the dredging as long as October. The additional work stems from infilling expected to occur immediately after the sheetpile wall is removed.
-The Contractor is expected to continue working 24 hours per day until the initial work is completed in the Gulf.
-Lee County will be removing up to 20 of the old bridge timber pilings that were found in the channel prior to removal of the sheetpile wall. The total number of pilings still in place from the old bridge is not known.
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Weekly Progress Report
March 1st thru March 28th, 2009
The following tasks were completed during the weeks of March 1st thru March 28th:
- The Contractor dredged an estimated 18,435 cubic yards during the reporting period 3/1/09 to 3/21/09. (8,300 during March 15th to 21st.) Work efficiency was approximately 40% for this reporting period. The Contractor dredged an estimated 5,848 cubic yards during the reporting period 3/22/09 to 3/28/09. Work efficiency was approximately 45% for this reporting period. The efficiency for the project to date is 49%. Efficiency is calculated as the ratio of total dredging time to total work time.
- The County and Consultant completed the review of pre-dredge surveys and determined an increase of approximately 25,397 cyds above the estimated volume will be dredged to complete the project design. The increase is the volume of material that "drifted" into the project area between the design survey in 2005 and the pre-dredge survey in December 2008.
- The Contractor completed removal of the nearshore placement material on Friday, March 20th. The Contractor began removal of the unsuitable material or clayey material on Friday, March 20th. This material will be dewatered and placed in an upland facility. This work is expected to take 3 weeks or to April 9th.
- Dredge "Nate" began work in the Gulf of Mexico on Monday, March 10th. This work will be very weather dependent due to the size of equipment and nature of the work. Production is anticipated to decrease substantially for this work. The total volume in the Gulf is approximately 50,000 cyds.
- Small pieces of cement, asphalt, and cemented shell were discovered in the Gulf side dredge area on Monday, March 9th. The material appears to be spread thorough the Gulf side work area. A maximum of 10 cyds have been dredged to thru March 23rd.
- Due to inclement weather and necessary pump repairs, Dredge "Nate" did not conduct operations from Wednesday, March 25th to Tuesday, March 31st.
The following tasks are anticipated during the week of March 29th thru April 04th:
- The Contractor is expected to begin operations as early as 4:00 am for the remainder of the project. Weather permitting dredging will occur in the Gulf as opposed to Wulfert Channel during the early morning hours. However, if sea conditions are not conducive, dredging in Wulfert Channel may begin in Wulfert Channel during these times.
- Completion of dredging the unsuitable or 'clayey' material is anticipated to be completed by Monday, April 4th. All of the remaining material will be placed directly on the beach. Dredging on a 24 hr. per day basis is authorized for this work.
Outstanding and other Items to Note:
-Truck hauling of the unsuitable material placed in the containment cell is expected to begin the week of April 12th. The work is expected to last 18 days.
- The Contractor is still investigating the addition of equipment to aid the removal of small sized cemented shell, asphalt, and concrete from the dredge material. Resolution is anticipated prior to May 1.
- Due to the increase volume of material to be removed, the project completion date will be extended to July 8, 2009. Blind Pass is not expected to be open prior to this date.
-The volume of material to be placed on the beach, nearshore, and removed for upland disposal is as follows:
- Beach Placement - 110,290 cyds
- Nearshore Placement - 32,657 cyds
- Upland Placement - 9,736 cyds
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Blind Pass Project Update
The following tasks were completed during the weeks of Jan. 25th thru Jan. 31st
-The Contractor dredged an estimated 7,607 cubic yards during the week of January 25th. Work efficiency for the week was approximately 70% for a project average of 46% to date. Efficiency is calculated as the ratio of total dredging time to total work time.
-The Contractor completed a deep water access corridor along the permitted channel on Tuesday, January 27th. The access channel will allow both dredges to move into the beach compatible material for night time work if production rates require. Night time work is only allowed for the beach compatible material closer to the bridge and may begin at the Contractors discretion based on production rates.
- Lee County placed temporary buoys along the proposed Wulfert Flats Pole and Troll zone southern boundary on Wednesday, January 28th. The markers will remain unit at least February 11th for boaters to review.
-The Contractor placed temporary markers in Wulfert Channel on Wednesday, January, 28th. The markers are being used to enable the dredge to pivot in a more effective manner across the dredge area.
The following tasks are anticipated during the week of Feb. 01st thru Feb. 07th
-The Contractor should complete excavation operations from within the containment cell by Friday, February 6th. The material is being removed in order to provide optimal storage for non-beach compatible material that will be dredged from Wulfert Channel.
- Lee County will conduct noise level testing on the Contractor?s equipment by Saturday, February 7th. The test will be used to compare the equipments emissions with noise ordinance requirements.
Outstanding and other Items to Note
- Lee County is requesting a permit modification from the State of Florida and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to increase the channel width seaward of Blind Pass Bridge. Authorization is expected in early April.
Filling of the containment cell and truck hauling of the non-beach compatible material is anticipated to begin in early March.
- The Contractor will make a second sweep of the Wulfert Channel dredge area after completion of the first sweep. The second pass will remove the non-beach compatible material for dewatering and transport at an upland facility.
Read the entire update here
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Beautiful custom built 3 BR/3.5 BA home with spectacular lake and golf course views. Screen enclosed heated pool with spa and large outdoor entertainment area. Great room offers soaring tray ceiling, fireplace and custom tile floors. Professional faux painting throughout. Gourmet kitchen with top of the line appliances including a Viking range and hood, Sub-zero refrigerator and a Miele dishwasher. Spacious breakfast room, formal dining and a large deck overlooking the pool. Spacious master suite with large bathroom offering a separate shower and tub with huge walk-in closet. Surrounded by lush vegetation and mature fruit trees. Just a short bike to the beach and community amenities. Asking $1,295,000
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The following tasks were completed during the weeks of Nov. 30th thru Dec. 13th:
- Dredging operations commenced on Wednesday, December 3rd for beach placement.
- The Contractor dredged an estimated 3,532 cubic yards between December 3rd and December 13th. Work efficiency for the same time period is estimated at 60% for Dredge "Nate". Dredge "Michael" did not conduct any operations during this
time period.
- Lee County notified the Contractor of potential water quality monitoring violations on Saturday, December 13th. Written clarification on the discrepancies form the Contractor is anticipated by Saturday, December 20th.
- The Contractor submitted a revised schedule on December 5th with an anticipated completion date of May 20, 2009.
- The Contractor submitted a revised QA/QC plan on December 1, 2008.
The following tasks are anticipated during the week of Dec. 14th thru Dec. 20th:
- Placement of material in the nearshore is anticipated to begin as early as Tuesday, December 16th with Dredge "Michael".
- Submittal of the Pre-Construction survey is anticipated by Saturday, December 20th. The surveys will be used to calculate the volume of material removed from the pass after project completion.
Outstanding and other Items to Note:
- The DEP, Ding Darling NWR, and Lee County will holding public meetings to discuss the proposed 474 acre Pole and Troll zone in Wulfert Flats at the following dates and locations: (Each meeting is expected to begin at 6:00 pm)
Monday, January 12th - Pine Island (Meeting Facility TBD)
Tuesday, January 13th - Sanibel Island @ Ding Darling NWR
Wednesday, January 14th - Ft. Myers @ Lee County Government Facility.
*The Specific meeting room locations will be provided.
- The Contractor is anticipated to begin working night time hours by January 1, 2009 to dredge material suitable for beach placement.
- The Contractor is anticipated to install a booster pump by January 1. The pump is anticipated to work 24 hrs. Per day.
The full update is available here with Graphics:
Project20Update20121608.pdf
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What is interesting to note is the average sale price for the 3rd quarter over the span of 6 years back to 2003. The data indicates an almost perfect bell curve reflecting the gain in value leading to the peak in 2006 ($1,150,000) and the subsequent downturn since. The data is graphed here 3rdqtr03-08. One can see the average sale price for the 3rd quarter in 2004 was $848,000, compared to the current (2008) value of $875,000. Although this represents a 24% drop from the peak, homes are still selling 10% above 2004 prices. In other words, unless you purchased a home in the last three years, our single family market on Sanibel is performing just fine. Once again another indication real estate should be considered a long term investment.
The full 3rd quarter statistics data can be found here 3rd08Page.htm . If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me or one of the skilled agents on The Bell Team.
Rob Pailes
(239) 691-2265
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Beachview currently has 21 homes available for sale, with list prices ranging from $
799,000 for a 3BR/3BA 2400 sq/ft pool home located on the golf course to $2,280,000 for a 3BR/3BA (approx.) 4000 sq/ft home also located on the golf course with a lake view. The selection of styles, locations, price and age of homes is tremendous for anyone looking to own a home in this popular Sanibel community, and with an average of 290 Days on Market (DOM) for the active listings, it is no doubt many of these sellers are anxious to receive offers.Eleven homes have sold this year in Beachview, with sale prices definitely reflective of the soft market conditions of the last 24 months. $700,000 bought a great 3BR/2BA, nicely furnished pool home with almost 2000 sq ft in late April. The high sale was $2,500,000 for a spectacular Wolter Group Home designed by RG Designs. The home sits on a very large lot wit
h fabulous lake and golf course views and is just two blocks from the beach. Floor plan includes 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, an office, a billiards room, state of the art fitness room, and a rec room. Features include a screened lanai with fireplace, private elevator, gourmet kitchen, 2 wet bars, hardwood floors, lots of built-ins, crown molding throughout, lovely pool and spa, and fully enclosed lower storage.Please view the entire community market update HERE.
Beachview Golf and Tennis Club has a semi-private 18-hole, Par 71 championship golf course wrapped around the scenic beauty of the Sanibel River and offers an extraordinary golf experience for players of all skill levels. Tennis is also a very popular sport on Sanibel, and Beachview boasts award winning state of the art Hydro-Grid Tennis Courts.
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"Endless Summer" - 11515 Wightman Lane
Impeccable quality and workmanship abound the minute you walk through the doors of "Endless Summer". Natural materials of imported marble, cherry floors, mahogany custom cabinets and interior doors, African granite counters, 10' ceilings on main level, detailed millwork, elevated granite pool and spa, fire sprinklers, elevator, central vacuum and top of the line appliances are featured.
The home opens to a spacious outdoor entertainment area surrounding the salt water pool and spa. The Great room features 15' ceilings in Brazilian koa wood with a gas fireplace.
Native landscaping with brick pavers on walks and driveway and 2+ car garage.
Ideally located in a very near beach setting with fine dining and galleries around the corner, "Endless Summer" is an energy-efficient home designed and built by renowned local architect Kevin Farrell.
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NEW LISTING
Sanibel's beaches are among the finest anywhere, famous for their world-class shelling and wildlife. This extraordinary Gulf-front condominium in the popular Tarpon Beach on West Gulf Drive puts the beach just a few steps away. A west corner unit with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and an incredible view of the Gulf of Mexico, this is the perfect vacation home or rental property.
A low density complex of 30 units with exceptional floor plans, Tarpon Beach offers tennis courts, a beach-side pool, and a short boardwalk stroll over luch tropical vegetation to the beautiful Gulf of Mexico beaches of Sanibel. The west corner location is ideal, allowing the extra side windows to light the space nicely while providing an open and spacious feel to the dining and living areas. In addition, the lovely master suite adjoins the prive gulf view lania. The residence has been well cared for and is in excellent condition.
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Our goal at TheBellTeam.com is to offer the best possible tool on the web to locate, view and learn about the many real estate opportunities the islands of Sanibel and Captiva and southwest Florida have to offer . We feature the best promotional photography available to showcase our featured listings, while providing a detailed yet simple map based search to view all the property currently available in the marketplace. With our Property Tracker feature you can: access saved searches and favorite listings, receive email updates when new listings are added, and email or request more info on all your favorite listings at once.
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