Construction of the $14 million Flagler Beach pier is expected to begin in May and take 14 to 18 months to complete.

Ted Neeleman, who works at The Template cafe near the pier, noted the initial impact of the closure on foot traffic.

"We've already lost the Ocean Beach Pier, Crystal Pier needs repairs ... There are also plans for a splash pad near the pier. Construction on that project is expected in 2026.

The pier will stay open during construction, according to a statement from the Port of San Diego, as Reyes Construction crews ...

Construction at Bob Hall Pier to close driving on the beach near the pier for a few days. Find out when and for how long.

The city awarded the construction portion to Vecellio & Grogan for $14,142,027 to remove what is left of the previous pier ... the ocean in the past attracted scores of people to the beach.

It gets quite crowded. The Ocean Beach Pier at the end of Newport Street is the most accessible spot in an area of accessible spots. Both right and left peaks, the OB Pier is temperamental ...