Revitalization

Port Orford Working Waterfront Revitalization Program

Update – March 04, 2026

The Port of Port Orford is actively pursuing diverse funding sources to support its comprehensive Working Waterfront Revitalization Program. This ambitious initiative encompasses several interrelated projects aimed at modernizing infrastructure, expanding operational capabilities, and fostering economic growth in the region. Here is a brief overview of the program’s key projects and their current status:

Projects Under Way:

Crane Replacement Project ($2.3M)

• Status: COMPLETE

Supplemental Seawater Delivery System ($500K)

• Interim solution to meet urgent seawater needs of current and new businesses and serve as supplemental seawater system once high capacity system is in place.
• Funding Secured: $500K (Business Oregon)
• RFP has been published, deadline of March 11, 2026.
• Timeline: approximately 6 months, once contract has been awarded.

Dock Road Slope Stabilization & Strengthening Planning ($315K)

• Engineering plan for slope stabilization and Dock Road strengthening.
• Funding Secured: $225K (FEMA – Advanced Assistance grant), $75K Port match (cash & in-kind)
• Status: Active; FUGRO recently completed an initital site visit. 

Department of Energy ETIPP ($50K + technical assistance)

• Department Of Energy –  Energy Transitions Initiative Partnership Project for energy analysis, resilience, and carbon reduction strategies aligned with the Revitalization Program
• Status: Active
• Timeline: 12 months of technical assistance, with an option for project support
• Recent Activity: Project is now in the “Deep Dive” phase to assess elements of the Port’s electricity use. 
• Collaborators: Spark Northwest, City of Port Orford, National Laboratory of the Rockies
• Focus: Energy analysis, resilience, and carbon reduction strategies.

Economic Analysis ($50K)

• Economic Analysis of current and planned Port operations will provide data and information necessary for their success.
• Status: Active; Business Oregon has been compiling economic data to analyze trends.

NOAA National Seafood Strategy Integration

• The Port is coordinating with NOAA to align the Port Orford Seafood Hub with the National Seafood Strategy
• Status: ongoing collaboration – requesting support for Seafood Market Analysis from NOAA Northwest Fisheries Science Center. This will complement Port’s Economic Analysis.
• Next Steps: Seeking NOAA Northwest Fisheries Science Center support for market analysis.

Seafood Hub Design

• Design by USDA AMS Wholesale Markets and Facilities Design Team, led by Ron Batcher.
• Documentary featuring the Port Orford Seafood Hub supported by USDA & NOAA aired in Dec ’24.
• Status: Design renderings complete, ready to advance to construction drawings once funded. USDA team prepared to support this transition.

Projects Pending Funding:

Port Orford Seafood Hub ($11.85M)

• Seafood processing facility and related transportation infrastructure
• Funding Request: $11.25M (MARAD/PIDP), $600K committed match (Connect Oregon)
• Status: Awaiting notification of award. 

Long-term Shoaling Solution:

• Status: planning phase
• Partners: USACE
• Recent Context: 2024 lack of dredging
• Recent Development: Met with USACE District Office staff, identified next steps.

Upcoming Priorities:

• Dock Road Slope Stabilization Planning – $315K (fully funded, FEMA BRIC
  application needed)
• DOE ETIPP Project Completion – $50K (ongoing support needed for microgrid
  development, renewable power generation, energy storage systems, and backup
  power infrastructure)
• USACE Breakwater/Shoaling Solution Planning – TBD – proposal to support
  feasibility study in development

The Port is actively collaborating with federal and state agencies, leveraging strategic partnerships, and pursuing diverse funding avenues to ensure the successful execution of this comprehensive Working Waterfront Revitalization Program. Regular updates will be provided to stakeholders as significant milestones are achieved.