Plans for large floating jetty in Offaly unveiled

Plans for a large floating jetty on the River Shannon in Offaly have been unveiled. 

Waterways Ireland intends to apply for permission from Offaly County Council for the floating jetty in Shannonbridge. 

According to published details, the plans are for 108m of floating jetty along with ramped section / lower, freeboard for canoe access. 

It will be anchored by steel piles with access ramp and will be anchored to a 2.5m square concrete plinth.

There are also plans for a 1.5m wide new access path.

A planning application is set to be lodged with Offaly County Council.