Diy Floating Dock Anchor. It depends on the size of the dock and the kind of lake bottom (rocky or smooth), but a common rule of thumb is that you need enough weight in anchors to equal twice the weight of your dock. Slip the long end of the dead man collar in the pole connector on the side of the dock and rig a weighted chain through the bottom of the collar.
This is the simplest type of floating dock, and can be constructed at home by anyone with an inclination towards diy projects and some free time. Measure from the bed beneath the water to the maximum water line, then add on the depth that you plan to bury the pilings to get their total height. This is based on a typical straight dock.
If you have a floating dock, it is obvious that it will require anchoring.
Slip the long end of the dead man collar in the pole connector on the side of the dock and rig a weighted chain through the bottom of the collar. See below for a detailed description of construction under each picture. Build the perfect swimming dock anchor this weekend i and my son will be towing out the 'new' swimming dock and anchoring it for the summer. How to build a floating deck.