Politics & Government
Damaged Pacifica Pier Closes For At Least 3 Weeks
The city said high tides and large waves damaged sections of the pier late last month, requiring engineers to fully evaluate the structure.
PACIFICA, CA — The Pacifica Pier will remain closed for at least three weeks after it was pummeled by high rides and breaking waves during recent storms, the city announced this week.
In a news release Thursday, officials said the structure's west-facing deck and concrete railing were damaged on Dec. 28. Public Works engineers evaluated the damage and determined it would be unsafe for users and visitors to access the pier until a full structural assessment could be completed.
The city expects that assessment, along with an analysis and staff review, will take until Jan. 25, when engineers will decide whether the pier can be reopened.
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"Thank you for your cooperation and your patience while the city works diligently to ensure the pier is safe and can continue to be an important public amenity," officials wrote Thursday.
Anyone with questions or concerns regarding the pier can reach out to the Department of Public Works at 650-738-3767.
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