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Santa Cruz Wharf to reopen after urgent water main repairs

KSBW Monterey · last updated

The Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf announced that they will reopen Friday morning after conducting urgent repairs to a water main beneath the Wharf structure.They have been closed since Wednesday for these repairs. The wharf will reopen at 5 a.m. on Friday. This marks the third closure of the wharf in the last three months.The city says water main breaks are a normal part of maintaining wharf infrastructure. And that with any structure exposed to the elements and constant use, regular wear and tear can lead to occasional disruptions and the need for repairs promptly.“We understand the impact closures can have on Wharf businesses and the community,” Parks and Recreation Director Tony Elliot said. He also adds that contractors, along with staff from both his department and the Water Department, are working to ensure a reopening by the weekend. “We appreciate the public’s patience and understanding during this essential infrastructure work.”

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. —

The Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf announced that they will reopen Friday morning after conducting urgent repairs to a water main beneath the Wharf structure.

They have been closed since Wednesday for these repairs.

The wharf will reopen at 5 a.m. on Friday. This marks the third closure of the wharf in the last three months.

The city says water main breaks are a normal part of maintaining wharf infrastructure. And that with any structure exposed to the elements and constant use, regular wear and tear can lead to occasional disruptions and the need for repairs promptly.

“We understand the impact closures can have on Wharf businesses and the community,” Parks and Recreation Director Tony Elliot said. He also adds that contractors, along with staff from both his department and the Water Department, are working to ensure a reopening by the weekend. “We appreciate the public’s patience and understanding during this essential infrastructure work.”