Lock comment on Bayou Boeuf Lock

Comment by: Anita Robinson on May 7, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Reached the lock at 10:30 am on 5/7/24 to find it closed for repairs. Was told by the lock master it would open at 12:00. At 12:30 they reported the completion time for repairs is now unknown. Might call ahead to check status.

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Marina Review for Downtown Marina of Houma

Reviewed by: Anita Robinson on Mar 19, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

Great overnight stop. Ann was very quick to respond and sent suggestions for places to eat within walking distance. Tied up to a concrete wall- had power and water. Nice park beside the dock if you have pets or children traveling with you.

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Marina Review for Morgan City Boat Dock

Reviewed by: Anita Robinson on Mar 19, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

We stopped here on a trip headed east. The harbormaster told us to turn to starboard as soon as we went under the bridge and stay close to the shoreline to avoid a sandbar. Great place to dock for an overnight stay.

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Marina Review for Shell Morgan Landing Inc.

Reviewed by: Anita Robinson on Mar 19, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

We stopped at Shell Morgan for a couple of days to do some engine repairs. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. We tied up to a concrete wall so we put several fenders on our starboard side. No issues with depth getting into or out of the dock. Lots of mosquitoes!

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Lock comment on Calcasieu Lock

Comment by: Anita Robinson on Mar 19, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

We arrived early in the morning to find the lock closed for maintenance until 7:00 pm and several barges lined up waiting for it to open. We decided to head south into the Gulf and bypass the lock. Might want to call ahead.

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Anchorage Review for Shell Island

Reviewed by: Anita Robinson on Mar 19, 2024
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 40'
Draft: 4.0'

We stopped here for an overnight stay while heading east. There were a few crab pods to dodge but overall it was a safe anchorage for the night.

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