Looking for IKE related info on watergate marina

boto · 13-09-2008, 14:24

Hi all,

we're checking any and everywhere right now. we keep s/v boto at the watergate yachting center in kemah, texas (9b,44). right now the surrounding area is flooded and blocked with much debris and the surrounding towns have various curfews in place, we lilkely will not get to boto before sunday. the local news is giving some info on the area however we are looking to see if anyone out there has specific info on watergate and its condition. if anyone has some info would greatly appreciate hearing from you.

to all others in the wake of IKE hope all is well with you.

Conrad30 · 13-09-2008, 14:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by boto

Hi all,

we're checking any and everywhere right now. we keep s/v boto at the watergate yachting center in kemah, texas (9b,44). right now the surrounding area is flooded and blocked with much debris and the surrounding towns have various curfews in place, we lilkely will not get to boto before sunday. the local news is giving some info on the area however we are looking to see if anyone out there has specific info on watergate and its condition. if anyone has some info would greatly appreciate hearing from you.

to all others in the wake of IKE hope all is well with you.

good luck! I have some friends in I think its waterford but could be gate. They had a web cam on till the power went out.

**Pblais** · 13-09-2008, 14:42

Without power it's going to be a while before you can get information. If there isn't power in the area no one from there will be posting here for a few more days at minimum. If you've got power you are doing a lot better than a lot of people.

Best of luck.

Chuck Baier · 13-09-2008, 15:11

The news coverage is about everyplace except Watergate and Waterford. So what that means is there is probably not much damage since the news only covers the places they can show dramatic destruction. BTW DirecTV is running KHOU news from Houston directly to all subscribers right now.

Chuck Baier · 13-09-2008, 15:14

Not a lot of info but some here

View Forum - Clear Lake, Kemah, Seabrook area - KHOU.com Forums

boto · 13-09-2008, 17:15

thanks all, we too assumed that if the media hasn't covered it then things are likely in good shape. we have since heard from some folks in the area, for the watergate/waterford marinas the early report is that floating docks came to within 5 feet of the tops of pilings at the peak and that waters are subsiding; the kemah boardwalk marina is flooded however no damage has been reported to vessels therein. power in the seabrook, kemah, league city areas appears to come and go. as we here any more we shall report here as well as other sites.

as an aside, khou has done an excellant job throughout, minimal hype with good solid facts, they are also streaming all of their broadcasts on their website as well as the archives.

hope everyone is safe and dry.

boto · 13-09-2008, 17:16

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chuck Baier

Not a lot of info but some here

View Forum - Clear Lake, Kemah, Seabrook area - KHOU.com Forums

the forum has been a good site, we've gotten together with a number of folks also looking for info on friends and family as well as some able to give some info

Conrad30 · 13-09-2008, 17:20

Waterford Harbor Marina

they have a web cam but till power comes up.. its dead

boto · 13-09-2008, 17:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by Conrad30

Waterford Harbor Marina

they have a web cam but till power comes up.. its dead

thanks, talking with some folks in the area, the flooding is a little hit and miss as is the power, most of the roadways in the area flooded, thanks

brandy · 13-09-2008, 20:04

My Dad has his boat at Watergate...I just saw this ont he internet. It Looks like Watergate made out well. Check out this website to see actual pics of the marina taken today.
Sailing for SOS: Helping Children Find Home: Hurricane Ike - Photos from the Clear Lake & Kemah area
Good Luck to all!!!

Chuck Baier · 13-09-2008, 20:31

That picture is of Waterford not Watergate.

boto · 14-09-2008, 07:46

thanks brandy, yes that is waterford, from what I understand waterford is in good shape. the area around bother watergate and waterford are both still flooded, however, some info coming in is positive. there is a youtube video of the WATERGATE marina, pier 5 taken on Friday the 12th.

Again hope all are safe and sound

brandy · 14-09-2008, 08:55

Looking for info on "Adios: pier 9A slip 19A. Its a 32' Pierson. If anyone has any info please let me know. Sorry about the slip of the Waterford Vs Watergate marina pics. Please answere with any info you may have.
Thanks
Brandy

boat hippie · 14-09-2008, 14:42

Looks like the majority of the damage at Watergate is Piers 10-19, the bayou sode. The main harbor is still relatively orderly. One of our boats is on pier 18 by the west pool and she is floating undamaged in her slip. Pier 20 has been destroyed, but there are a few boats floating. Our 23' com-pac is one of them! She is/was in slip 10. She does have damage tough. My husband is in the marina as well as some other live aboards and are securing thinkgs that broke free...

Also, Marina del Sole, Waterford, South Shore Harbor seem to all be ok.

brandy · 14-09-2008, 15:00

Thanks to all for helping those boaters that can not get back to check up on thier boats. You al lhave been so helpful in making us feel connected. My dad will be traveling down in a few days. Is there anything he can bring from Dallas that people might need. Rope, food, water, waterpumps, comic relief! Please let me know so that I can forward the info. I am certain that he is more than willing to help his fellow captains!
Brandy

13-09-2008, 14:24	#1
boto Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Houston, Tx Boat: Jeanneau, 40DS-Boto Posts: 23	Looking for IKE related info on watergate marina Hi all, we're checking any and everywhere right now. we keep s/v boto at the watergate yachting center in kemah, texas (9b,44). right now the surrounding area is flooded and blocked with much debris and the surrounding towns have various curfews in place, we lilkely will not get to boto before sunday. the local news is giving some info on the area however we are looking to see if anyone out there has specific info on watergate and its condition. if anyone has some info would greatly appreciate hearing from you. to all others in the wake of IKE hope all is well with you. __________________ Vicky & Ed S/V Boto

13-09-2008, 14:42	#3
Pblais Moderator Site Helper Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Hayes, VA Boat: Gozzard 36 - Bright Eyes Posts: 4,520 Images: 7	Without power it's going to be a while before you can get information. If there isn't power in the area no one from there will be posting here for a few more days at minimum. If you've got power you are doing a lot better than a lot of people. Best of luck. __________________ Paul Blais s/v Bright Eyes Gozzard 36 37 15.7 N 76 28.9 W

13-09-2008, 15:11	#4
Chuck Baier Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Where ever the boat is. Boat: Marine Trader 34 "Beach House" Posts: 1,664 Images: 54	The news coverage is about everyplace except Watergate and Waterford. So what that means is there is probably not much damage since the news only covers the places they can show dramatic destruction. BTW DirecTV is running KHOU news from Houston directly to all subscribers right now. __________________ To boldly go!! Read about our past and current cruises, the boat, some projects and a whole lot more at Voyages of Sea Trek And Now Visit The New Boats Site At The Beach House

13-09-2008, 15:14	#5
Chuck Baier Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Where ever the boat is. Boat: Marine Trader 34 "Beach House" Posts: 1,664 Images: 54	Not a lot of info but some here View Forum - Clear Lake, Kemah, Seabrook area - KHOU.com Forums __________________ To boldly go!! Read about our past and current cruises, the boat, some projects and a whole lot more at Voyages of Sea Trek And Now Visit The New Boats Site At The Beach House

13-09-2008, 17:15	#6
boto Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Houston, Tx Boat: Jeanneau, 40DS-Boto Posts: 23	thanks all, we too assumed that if the media hasn't covered it then things are likely in good shape. we have since heard from some folks in the area, for the watergate/waterford marinas the early report is that floating docks came to within 5 feet of the tops of pilings at the peak and that waters are subsiding; the kemah boardwalk marina is flooded however no damage has been reported to vessels therein. power in the seabrook, kemah, league city areas appears to come and go. as we here any more we shall report here as well as other sites. as an aside, khou has done an excellant job throughout, minimal hype with good solid facts, they are also streaming all of their broadcasts on their website as well as the archives. hope everyone is safe and dry. __________________ Vicky & Ed S/V Boto

13-09-2008, 17:20	#8
Conrad30 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 25	Waterford Harbor Marina they have a web cam but till power comes up.. its dead

13-09-2008, 20:04	#10
brandy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 8	Brandy My Dad has his boat at Watergate...I just saw this ont he internet. It Looks like Watergate made out well. Check out this website to see actual pics of the marina taken today. Sailing for SOS: Helping Children Find Home: Hurricane Ike - Photos from the Clear Lake & Kemah area Good Luck to all!!!

13-09-2008, 20:31	#11
Chuck Baier Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Where ever the boat is. Boat: Marine Trader 34 "Beach House" Posts: 1,664 Images: 54	That picture is of Waterford not Watergate. __________________ To boldly go!! Read about our past and current cruises, the boat, some projects and a whole lot more at Voyages of Sea Trek And Now Visit The New Boats Site At The Beach House

14-09-2008, 07:46	#12
boto Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Houston, Tx Boat: Jeanneau, 40DS-Boto Posts: 23	thanks brandy, yes that is waterford, from what I understand waterford is in good shape. the area around bother watergate and waterford are both still flooded, however, some info coming in is positive. there is a youtube video of the WATERGATE marina, pier 5 taken on Friday the 12th. Again hope all are safe and sound __________________ Vicky & Ed S/V Boto

14-09-2008, 08:55	#13
brandy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 8	brandy Looking for info on "Adios: pier 9A slip 19A. Its a 32' Pierson. If anyone has any info please let me know. Sorry about the slip of the Waterford Vs Watergate marina pics. Please answere with any info you may have. Thanks Brandy

14-09-2008, 14:42	#14
boat hippie Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 10	ike damage clear lake area Looks like the majority of the damage at Watergate is Piers 10-19, the bayou sode. The main harbor is still relatively orderly. One of our boats is on pier 18 by the west pool and she is floating undamaged in her slip. Pier 20 has been destroyed, but there are a few boats floating. Our 23' com-pac is one of them! She is/was in slip 10. She does have damage tough. My husband is in the marina as well as some other live aboards and are securing thinkgs that broke free... Also, Marina del Sole, Waterford, South Shore Harbor seem to all be ok.

14-09-2008, 15:00	#15
brandy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 8	Thanks to all for helping those boaters that can not get back to check up on thier boats. You al lhave been so helpful in making us feel connected. My dad will be traveling down in a few days. Is there anything he can bring from Dallas that people might need. Rope, food, water, waterpumps, comic relief! Please let me know so that I can forward the info. I am certain that he is more than willing to help his fellow captains! Brandy

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