East Boat Ramp Electrical at Port Canaveral

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Year:

2014

Location:

Cape Canaveral, FL

Summary:

New construction site work

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East Boat Ramp Electrical

In July of 2014, our team at Core Electric was selected to provide complete electrical contracting services for the new construction of the East Boat Ramp facility in Cape Canaveral, Florida. As part of a broader infrastructure development effort in the region, this project required a ground-up electrical system design and implementation to support both utility and safety functions for the newly built site.

New construction projects are where our experience truly shines. With over 20 years of expertise in electrical contracting—serving residential, commercial, defense, and aerospace sectors—we brought a strategic, detail-oriented approach to every phase of this job. The East Boat Ramp would serve local mariners, commercial operators, and government watercraft, and as such, needed dependable power systems that could withstand constant exposure to coastal conditions while ensuring the safety and accessibility of the facility.

We began the project by coordinating with civil engineers, site developers, and local permitting authorities to ensure our electrical designs met all regional codes, environmental regulations, and Coast Guard safety standards. Because this was a coastal job site with marine traffic implications, our work had to account for environmental resilience, load forecasting, and the physical layout of utility infrastructure to prevent service interruptions and facilitate long-term performance.

Our site work included trenching for underground conduit runs, installation of weatherproof power pedestals, grounding systems, and shoreline protection for all exposed electrical hardware. We implemented a site-wide layout that balanced convenience, visibility, and safety, while also ensuring room for future expansion. The electrical service entrance was sized to accommodate not only current needs but also potential upgrades down the line.

The power distribution included feeds for dock lighting, parking lot illumination, boat cleaning stations, and shore power connections for vessels. We installed durable, marine-grade electrical enclosures and ensured that all wiring was shielded, properly bonded, and compliant with NEC and Florida Building Code requirements. In a saltwater environment like Cape Canaveral, equipment longevity and corrosion resistance are essential, so we used UV-stabilized, non-metallic conduit where appropriate and stainless steel hardware for all mounting components.

As part of our quality assurance process, every circuit was tested and documented, and our installations were inspected both internally and by third-party code officials. We paid close attention to grounding and bonding across the site, including isolated systems for lighting and receptacles to minimize the risk of shock hazards near water. The lighting system was configured to support both functionality and aesthetics, creating a safe, well-lit environment that blends with the natural beauty of the waterfront setting.

The East Boat Ramp project was a strong example of how Core Electric partners with local municipalities and contractors to deliver reliable, future-ready infrastructure solutions. Our role was not just to “install wiring,” but to deliver a complete electrical system tailored for durability, safety, and performance in one of Florida’s most demanding environmental zones.

From the first blueprint to the final inspection, our team ensured that every detail was addressed professionally. The project was delivered on time and passed all inspections without delay, reinforcing Core Electric’s reputation as a trusted contractor for public infrastructure throughout the Space Coast and beyond.