Umatilla Marina to Undergo Subsurface Drilling

Crews will collect data on conditions beneath the marina to aid in future replacement planning.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 5:00am

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Beginning on March 16, 2026, crews will conduct geotechnical drilling and core sampling beneath the Umatilla Marina in Oregon. The work, which will last until March 31, is being done in partnership with a grant from the Oregon State Marine Board and is an important step in the city's long-term effort to plan for the future replacement of the marina.

Why it matters

The data collected from the subsurface drilling will help the city of Umatilla better understand the conditions beneath the marina, which is crucial for planning any future replacement or renovation of the aging facility. This proactive approach aims to ensure the marina can continue serving the community for years to come.

The details

A barge will operate in the Umatilla Marina during the two-week period, with crews conducting the geotechnical drilling and core sampling. The city has advised the public to use extra caution around the work area and follow any posted guidance from the crew.

  • The drilling and sampling will take place from March 16 to March 31, 2026.

The players

City of Umatilla

The local government overseeing the marina and this subsurface data collection project.

Oregon State Marine Board

The state agency providing a grant to fund the geotechnical work at the Umatilla Marina.

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What’s next

After the data is collected, the city of Umatilla will analyze the findings to help inform their long-term plans for replacing or renovating the marina.

The takeaway

This proactive approach to understanding the subsurface conditions of the Umatilla Marina demonstrates the city's commitment to maintaining critical infrastructure and planning for the future needs of the community.