Looking for some help on what so far has turned into a failed initial attempt to build a floating bridge.
Need to build a floating gangway/dock system to span about 40 feet connecting a dike to a field area.
My thought was to build multiple sections at 8ft lengths. The multiple sections at short 8ft sections was thought to be easier to maintain if a barrel went bad it could be maintained/repaired easier.
After a few hours on design and build we have found that having only one section at this time it is very unstable when launched.
Currently this dock is 8ft x 38in. Are we on the right track with some possible solution to stabilize the bridge/gangway with multiple sections connected to one another?
Some details that need to be considered. Our goal is that this will be in the water all year round including when the water freezes. We are in northern Ohio. Bridge must span a 40ft plus span of water. Sections must be management for launch and maintenance/repair as needed.
Hoping we can come up with a solution. Have $150 invested with a $1000 budget for the full project.
