Having the right dock size for your boat makes all the difference, and your boat’s type impacts the dock size and weight capacity you need.
Explore different boat dock sizes to make a confident and informed choice about your dock.
Different Boat Sizes and Corresponding Dock Sizes
The dock size you choose depends on your boat’s dimensions. Below are the various boats and corresponding dock sizes.
- Small boats: Kayaks, canoes and small fishing boats are approximately 16 feet long and weigh up to 2,000 pounds.
- Small docks: These are approximately 10 to 20 feet long and 4 to 8 feet wide. They can hold a weight capacity of up to 5,000 pounds and are ideal for small boats such as canoes, kayaks, personal watercraft and small fishing boats in lakes, marines, and waterfronts for private and commercial use.
- Medium boats: Medium boats can be up to 25 feet long and weigh between 2,000 and 5,000 pounds. They include larger sailboats and small cruisers.
- Medium docks: They are about 20 to 30 feet long and 6 to 10 feet wide and have a 5,000- to 15,000-pound weight capacity.
- Large boats: These boats are up to 50 feet long and have a weight capacity of up to 20,000 pounds. They are commonly yachts, cabin cruisers and larger sailboats in marinas and commercial docks.
- Large docks: These are longer, between 30 to 50 feet and 8 to 12 feet wide. They have a weight capacity of 10,000 to 30,000 pounds.
- Mega yachts: Luxury yachts and cruise ships exceed 50 feet in length and weigh over 20,000 pounds.
- Mega docks: The largest of all, these docks are over 50 feet long and 10 to 20 feet wide. Their weight capacity is over 30,000 pounds, sometimes exceeding 100,000. They suit large yachts and cruise ships in marinas and commercial ports.
How to Pick a Dock Size
Before you can pick a dock size, you must know your boat’s measurements and weight. The overall length determines how well the boat fits within the dock area, and the dock’s weight capacity must be able to support it.
In addition to these dimensions, the right dock size depends on the water levels, such as whether they fluctuate or have strong currents and waves. In this case, a floating dock is ideal because of its buoyancy.
Our EZ Dock Designer is the perfect tool to visualize your dream dock with the correct measurements for a seamless fit. Picking the right dock size with this useful tool ensures we’ll build your dock according to your specifications.
Choose the Right Dock for Your Boat With EZ Docks
Knowing your boat’s size and dimensions helps determine a suitable dock. Using our EZ Dock Designer, you’ll have the right measurements for a perfect fit! Our versatile floating dock sections allow you to customize your dock according to your desired size and weight capacity.
Call us at 732-787-3088 or request a quote to discuss your requirements.