SANTA CRUZ — With debris from the Dec. 23 collapse of the Santa Cruz Wharf washing up on the coast at least as far as Manresa State Beach, the city of Santa Cruz is urging those that find wharf-related flotsam to report it to the city for removal.
Following the collapse of the wharf’s south end, a sonar and engineering assessment was conducted to find the heavy machinery that fell into the sea with the structure and to determine if the wharf is stable enough to reopen.
After the assessments were completed, it was determined that the wharf is sound and that the heavy machinery had floated away far enough not to pose a threat. The city will hold a ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday at the wharf stage area to mark the historic reopening.
On Friday, the city reported on its social media pages that the plaque commemorating the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf’s 100th birthday was found and turned in by a community member and other memorabilia are being reported by beachgoers.
According to a message from the city, “Residents are strongly urged to refrain from touching or disturbing any debris and to stay away from the areas surrounding it. Additionally, please do not play near debris or set it on fire, as these actions pose safety risks.”
The city asks community members to submit a detailed report of any wharf-related debris to [email protected] should include description of the location and photos are encouraged.
To report any found wharf-related artifacts, benches or memorabilia, contact the Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department at [email protected].
For information, visit cityofsantacruz.com.
If you go
What: Santa Cruz Wharf reopening ceremony
When: 10 a.m., Saturday
Where: Santa Cruz Wharf Stage Area
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