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Pipe anchoring is our most popular type of anchoring using a small diameter pipe to provide the hori-
zontal support necessary to keep the docks in place. The use of pipe will allow the docks to move up
and down with most water fluctuations, and with little maintenance . This method of anchoring utilizes
either a heavy-duty or a standard-duty pipe bracket that is typically used in most private and some light
duty commercial installations. The size and number of pipe needed will be determined by conditions
encountered.
Anchoring Pipe and Auger Installation
The auger is attached to the bottom of the pipe
to allow easier installation of pipe anchoring.
The auger works well with muddy or sandy
bottoms .
Pipe Anchoring
Pipe is normally embedded or screwed into the bed of the body of water a distance of three to eight feet
(roughly 1/4 to 1/3 the total length of the pipe). Wave action should not exceed three feet, and water
depths should not exceed 12 feet for the 250 series bracket or 18 feet for the 350 series bracket.
Pipes can be used to secure an EZ Port. When pipes are used they must be sufficiently embedded or
screwed into the lake, river or ocean bed to a depth of at least three feet. The EZ Port will not hold the
pipe upright, the pipe should remain vertical and hold the EZ Port in place.
It is recommended to use pipe augers, except in rocky or shale bottoms, to make installation easier.
Augers allow the pipe to be turned into the lake, river or ocean bed like a cork screw using a pipe
wrench or by drilling the hole for the pipe and using a T-handle.
Pipe diameter: Pipe brackets are available for two pipe sizes 2-1/2‖ and 3-1/2‖. A 2‖ bracket is de-
signed to use pipe that measures 2-1/2‖ in outside diameter and a 3‖ bracket is designed to use pipe
that measures 3-1/2‖. The installation process is the same for either pipe size.
In salt water or brackish water conditions it is recommended that the steel pipe be sleeved with PVC
pipe. The steel pipe will need to fit inside the 2-1/2‖ or 3-1/2‖ pipe. This will help prevent abrasion and
wear on the pipe bracket, prevent rust, and improve appearance.
Determine the length and size of pipe needed and bracket locations.
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