Northside Municipal Marina in South Haven will be closed for the 2020 boating season. The city says the closure is to make needed electrical upgrades, as high water has compromised the shore power electric system. That could cause shock or electrocution if someone were to come into contact with the water. Results of a recent field review and targeted testing showed electrical leakage is occurring where wires have been sliced or are in partially or fully submerged junction boxes.
Earlier this year, South Haven reached out to all 97 slip holders at Northside with options, including canceling this year’s rental and receiving a full refund or applying this year’s rental to reserve a slip for 2021. High water may prompt South Haven to delay the opening of its three other municipal marinas, Southside Municipal Marina, Black River Park and Maritime Docks, from its customary April 15 a month later to May 15. South Haven is also seeking guidance from state officials in Michigan on the impact COVID-19 might have on marinas.
