February Construction Update

In preparation for the demolition and reconstruction of the Santa Monica Pier Bridge later this year, crews will construct a temporary pedestrian bridge and vehicle ramp to maintain access to the Pier and its attractions. Details on upcoming work to support construction of the temporary pedestrian bridge and ramp are provided below.

Temporary Pedestrian Bridge Construction

Curb Ramp Work on Seaside Terrace

Crews will perform curb ramp replacements in two phases on Seaside Terrace from Ocean Avenue to Ocean Front Walk to minimize impacts to the community: 

• Starting Feb. 16: Curb ramp replacement on Seaside Terrace on the southwest side of Appian Way. 

• Starting Feb. 23: Curb ramp replacement on Seaside Terrace on the northeast side of Appian Way. Seaside Terrace will be closed between Ocean Avenue and Appian Way on Thursday, Feb. 26 and from Tuesday, Mar. 3 to Friday, Mar. 6.  

During both phases of work, sidewalks will be closed in the respective work zones. Pedestrians will be directed to use Pacific Terrace or the opposite side of Appian Way/Ocean Avenue. 

We appreciate your patience as this project involves equipment that may produce noise during operations. Access to driveways will be maintained at all times.

Moomat Ahiko Way Off-Ramp Closed for Two Weeks

In order to create protected work zones for crews to construct the temporary pedestrian bridge, crews have fully closed the Moomat Ahiko Way off-ramp from PCH. This closure will be ongoing through Friday, Feb. 27.

Pedestrian Bridge Foundation Work

Now expected to start the week of Feb. 23, crews will begin constructing the subterranean foundation of the temporary pedestrian bridge. This work will last about three weeks. Crews will drill holes deep into the ground. Once drilled a steel reinforcing bar is placed inside and the hole is filled with concrete creating a strong column that transfers the bridge's weight deep into stable ground.

Drilling work will take place on weekdays from 5 a.m. to 1:30 pm.

This work may be loud and disruptive due to large macheinery and drilling operations.

Underground Utility Exploration for Temporary Pedestrian Bridge

The contractor is performing underground utility exploration, also known as potholing, at several locations on the south side of the Pier beneath the bridge. This work is expected to conclude in late February.

Potholing consists of drilling small test holes in the pavement to confirm existing underground infrastructure, this allows crews to see utility locations and soil conditions.

Construction schedules are subject to change. Please visit the project website at www.santamonica.gov/pierbridge for the most up-to-date work schedules.

Temporary Vehicle Ramp Construction

Intermittent Closures of Marvin Braude Bike Trail

In order to create protected work zones to construct the temporary vehicle ramp foundation, crews will implement intermittent closures of the Marvin Braude Bike Trail starting Feb. 9,

The work will continue for three to four weeks, and detour signage for cyclists will be posted.For additional work at this location that does not require closures, a flagger will be onsite to direct cyclist traffic.

Vehicle Ramp Foundation Work

Crews are constructing the subterranean foundation of the temporary vehicle ramp for approximately three weeks. Drilling work will take place on weekdays from 5 a.m. to 1:30 pm. This work may be loud and disruptive due to large machinery and drilling operations.

Below are photos of crews drilling holes and then filling them with rebar and concrete to create the ramp foundation.

Construction schedules are subject to change. Please visit the project website at www.santamonica.gov/pierbridge for the most up-to-date work schedules.

Construction Activity and Closure Information

An interactive "Construction Activity and Closure Information Map" is updated regularly highlighting major activities and associated closures and detours. Click on the image to learn mor.

Construction schedules are subject to change. Please visit the project website at www.santamonica.gov/pierbridge for the most up-to-date work schedules.

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