SANTA MONICA—On Monday, July 20, the city of Santa Monica announced that Appian Way, the roadway that provides access to the south side of the Pier parking lot, will be closed to all vehicles from Monday, July 27, through Monday, August 3.
Part of the Santa Monica Pier Bridge Replacement Project, the temporary road closure is necessary to allow crews to safely demolish a portion of the existing Pier Bridge over the roadway. The closure will be contained to the area just beneath the existing bridge, north of Seaside Terrace.
The Santa Monica Pier is expected to remain open throughout the closure, including all restaurants, shops, attractions, businesses and amenities.
Vehicle access to Parking Lot 1 North will remain available from Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) throughout the closure. Visitors can use one of the following nearby public parking facilities during the closure:
-Beach Lot 4 South
-Beach Lot 3 North
-Parking Structure 8
Clearly marked parking, pedestrian routes and wayfinding signage will guide visitors to the Pier. Pedestrian access to the Pier and Ocean Front Walk will remain available throughout construction.
Public transit and rideshare services are available to reach the Pier during the closure. Several local bus routes and the Metro E Line provide convenient access to downtown Santa Monica, with the Pier just a short walk away. Designated rideshare pick-up and drop-off locations near the Pier will remain accessible throughout the closure.
Visitors should plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and follow posted detour, parking and pedestrian signage while traveling to and from the Pier during the temporary closure.
The Santa Monica Pier Bridge Replacement Project will replace the nearly 90-year-old bridge that serves as the primary vehicle access to the Pier. The project will improve safety, accessibility and the long-term reliability of this important connection while maintaining access to the Pier throughout construction whenever possible.
By Danny Jones