The Jacksonville Beach Pier is set to reopen in the next few weeks after a lengthy construction project.
“Most importantly you’ll see the normal pier goes out and then it angles up 12 feet, so we have an extra 12 feet when storms come through that shouldn’t be able to knock it out,” Diamond said.
In the beginning, Diamond said, the pier will likely be free to visit, and while the city of Jacksonville will continue to own it, Jacksonville Beach, where it sits, will manage eventually it. He hopes to see special events and parties hosted on it.“There’s no question it’s going to help us get more people to restaurants and bars and the hotels. It’s going to be great,” Diamond said.The Sky 4 helicopter on Monday flew over the Jacksonville Beach Pier.
Surfers are stoked. Four surfers named Lila, Ella, Abby and Lilly told News4JAX that they think it’ll improve the area and attract more surfers. The overall budget is north of $14 million, most of which was paid for with federal money because of the hurricanes. News4JAX asked the city of Jacksonville if we would be able to take you out on the pier for a sneak peek. We’ve also asked for the official opening date.
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