Port Authority

Construction is in full swing on the new Port Authority Dock & Terminal, planned for the East Riverfront between Hart Plaza and the GM Renaissance Center.

Planned by the Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority, the project includes a 21,000 square foot Public Dock & Terminal, which, once complete, will be able to accommodate all types of vessels wishing to call on the City of Detroit, including cruise ships, ferries, water taxis, tall ships, dinner boats and navy vessels.

The two story terminal will house a processing area for tourists, ticket counters, the authority's headquarters and a public plaza.

Due to the construction, East RiverWalk will be temporarily closed to the public, from the eastern end of Hart Plaza to the western end of the GM Renaissance Center and GM Plaza. An alternate route will be provided around the construction site for those enjoying the RiverWalk. The RiverWalk closure will begin on Monday, October 27, 2008 and is planned to be reopened in late 2009.

The Detroit RiverFront Conservancy is committed to fulfilling the vision of a connected, active and engaged Riverfront. The Port Authority project is an important step in bringing this vision to reality.

For more information on the Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority, click here.