Santa Monica Pier Bridge Replacement Project Construction Update

December Construction Update

Holiday Schedule

In observance of the Christmas and New Years holidays, there will be no work on Thursday, Dec. 25 and Friday, Dec. 26 as well as Thursday, Jan. 1. We wish you a happy, healthy and safe holiday season and New Year!

Mobilization Complete in Parking Lot North of Pier

Crews have mobilized in a portion of the parking lot north of the Pier. This will serve as a staging area for supplies and equipment during construction of the new pier bridge.

The Pier and businesses will remain open and accessible at all times during construction.

Upcoming Construction Activities - JANUARY 2026

Potholing to Begin for Temporary Pedestrian Bridge

In preparation for construction of the temporary pedestrian bridge the contractor is expected to begin potholing at several locations on the south side of the Pier beneath the bridge. The potholing is expected to begin on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026 for approximately four weeks.

Fence Installation on Pier for Temporary Vehicle Ramp

The contractor is expected to install temporary fencing on the Pier to create a protected work zone while crews construct a temporary vehicle ramp to maintain access to the Pier during bridge construction. The fencing will be installed as early as Monday, Jan. 5, 2026 and will remain in place for approximately five months while the temporary ramp is constructed.

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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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