Pacifica Municipal Pier
Coverage of Pacifica Municipal Pier in the Nexus archive.
- Congressman Sam Liccardo to seek federal aid for Pacifica Pier repairs
Congressman Sam Liccardo plans to seek federal aid for the Pacifica Municipal Pier, which has sustained severe damage. The city is working to stabilize the structure.
- Pacifica pier undergoing emergency stabilization starting Friday
The city of Pacifica announced emergency stabilization activities for the Pacifica Municipal Pier from Friday to Tuesday. Construction crews will place erosion-resistant rocks at the pier's abutment and along Sharp Park Beach to mitigate wave impact.
- Pacifica Municipal Pier remains closed as damage gets worse
The Pacifica Municipal Pier remains closed due to worsening structural damage, including cracking and displacement of the concrete walkway. The Chit Chat Cafe, located near the pier, is also closed and may be demolished. A community fundraiser has raised thousands of dollars for the cafe, while nearby businesses report steady support.
- Pacifica pier shuts down due to unsafe conditions
The Pacifica Municipal Pier has been shut down due to unsafe conditions, including cracking, separation, and displacement of the concrete walkway and structural elements near the Pier abutment. The closure is indefinite with no reopening date provided.
- City of Pacifica closes municipal pier, citing damage and public safety concern
The City of Pacifica closed the Pacifica Municipal Pier due to structural damage and public safety concerns. The closure follows previous repairs after a December 2023 storm caused significant damage, with the 2023 annual report estimating $19 million for structural repairs. Built in 1973, the pier remains a popular fishing spot near Sharp Park Beach.