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Boat ramp safety at Butler West and Palmetto

Summary

A resident warned the Butler West boat ramp road narrows to 15 feet with drop-offs and washouts, calling it a 'death trap,' and asked for warning signs and repairs.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
0

Last discussed Jul 21, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Repairs, signage and possible ramp redesign would require public works funding.

✅Who benefits

Boaters launching at the St. Augustine area ramps.

⚠️Who could be affected

Boaters currently using the unsafe access road risk vehicle and trailer damage or injury.

Mentions & discussions (1)

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