As part of the Port of San Diego’s ongoing maintenance efforts for the Imperial Beach Pier, crews from Reyes Construction, Inc. will begin replacing 154 of the pier’s 1,500 deck planks on Wednesday, March 26.
Work will take place on weekdays between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
To maintain safety in the active work zone, pedestrian traffic will be redirected around the construction area, with occasional brief stops.
While the team intends to keep the pier open, visitors should anticipate minor disruptions.
The port will provide updates as needed.
The deck work is expected to conclude in April, with additional improvements — including electric utility upgrades — planned in the coming weeks. Details on these enhancements will be announced as they become available.
This $2.6 million project is focused on preserving the pier’s long-term functionality and structural integrity.
“The Imperial Beach Pier is historic and iconic, and we are investing in its future,” said Commissioner Dan Malcolm, Imperial Beach’s appointee to the Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners. “For around $6 million, the Port has added new experiences on the pier for the community and visitors, we’re preserving its functionality with maintenance improvements, and we’re adding a new splash pad in the pier plaza.”
Since its launch in November 2024, crews have replaced two pilings and installed a new water line in early March.
The full project is slated for completion in the summer of 2025, ensuring the iconic pier remains a cherished destination for the community and visitors alike.
“Our goal is to encourage people to come and explore the Imperial Beach waterfront, experience its amenities and enjoy the local restaurants and businesses,” Malcolm said.
For updates on this project, as well as the splash pad at Portwood Pier Plaza and other recent pier enhancements, visit portofsandiego.org/IBPierProject.
