On July 21, the Martin County Commission voted unanimously to award the Manatee Pocket dredging contract to Dickerson Florida, Inc., a Fort Pierce-based dredging and construction company. Dickerson has been a part of the Florida community since the 1950s, and is proud to be an integral part of the Treasure Coast community. For more information on Dickerson, click here.

A Sneak Peak at Dredging Operations

Below is a silent animation of a hydraulic dredge similar to the equipment Dickerson will use to dredge the Manatee Pocket. The hydraulic equipment will provide precise, controlled dredging with minimal interruption to the surrounding community.