The plans had been approved by Trafford Council but no building work has yet taken place.
A council spokeswoman said: “We can confirm that planning consent was granted for a surf facility in Trafford in 2021.
“But, to date, this has not been implemented.”
Peel Waters confirmed that it had no start date for the site, adding: “We are still working with developers and funders.”
The site, off Barton Dock Road in Trafford Park, is due to have a cafe, pop-up beach bars, surf shop, bouldering space and fitness zone.
The surf would be powered by Wavegarden which is a wave-generating technology firm.
Developers previously said the venue would draw more than 350,000 new visitors to the area.
