Final Touches on Mere Point Pier Rebuild

We're nearing completion on our pier replacement project at Mere Point in Brunswick, Maine.

As we shared in our earlier post, the existing cable-suspended pier had become unstable and required frequent maintenance. The goal of this project was to replace it with a more durable structure that provides safer, more reliable access to Maquoit Bay.

The new 40-foot timber pier is now in place, with heavy-duty supports anchored directly to the underlying ledge. We've been finishing the cedar decking and handrails, and the 45-foot aluminum gangway and seasonal float have also been installed.

The project includes new stairs down the embankment to the pier, as well as a set of folding stairs that provide access to the shoreline at low tide.

Most of the construction has been carried out from our work barge, allowing us to minimize disturbance to the shoreline and surrounding vegetation. The pier was also designed with seasonal conditions in mind, including provisions for removing and storing the gangway and float during the winter months.

With the main structures in place, we're now working through the final details. It's been a satisfying project to see come together, and we're pleased with the result so far.

We'll share additional photos once the remaining work is complete.