UPDATE: Oak Island Pier Piling Replacement
Published on May 03, 2026
UPDATE NOTICE
On Tuesday, May 5, crews will be working to install the cross-bracing for the new piling which was recently installed.
The will mean the end of the Pier, including the King Fishing Stations, will be CLOSED for the day, as they put in the final work needed to complete this project. This closure is only expected last for Tuesday, however this notice will be updated with any work delays or schedule changes if needed.
To follow further updates or view this work on the Oak Island PierCam, just visit OakIslandNC.gov/PIER or click the link below.
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PREVIOUS UPDATE
As of Friday, April 17, 2026, the end of the Oak Island Pier has been partially reopened, amid ongoing construction to replace a damaged piling. The new piling has been secured in place, with only the final cross bracing needing to be installed.
Some additional materials will be needed for completion, which are expected to arrive early next week. In the meantime the end of the Pier, include ALL of the King Fishing Stations are now available to access. The Beach Access Location beside the Pier has also been reopenned as well.
IMPORTANT: barricades may still be put in place to restrict access certain areas or equipment. Please use caution when passing these areas and DO NOT cross the barricade for ANY reason (if assistance is needed in the area, see a Pier Attendant for help).
Once the work resumes next week, some additional, but temporary re-closures of the area may be needed while the final cross-bracing is installed. Daily updates will be posted as the work continues to move towards completion.
To follow updates, and view work as it happens on the PierCam, visit the Oak Island Pier page at OakIslandNC.gov/PIER or click the link below.
ORIGINAL NOTICE
Starting TODAY (Friday), March 20, 2026 the end section of the Oak Island Pier, including all King Fishing Stations, will be CLOSED to the public for approximately 2-3 weeks, to allow for the complete replacement of a damaged piling towards the end of the Pier
Additionally, the Beach Access Location between the Pier and the 801 Ocean Event Center will also be CLOSED, to allow for equipment and materials staging.
During this time, the Pier House and more than 700’ in the front section of the Pier will remain OPEN. Limited Beach Access will still be available through the steps on the pier itself, but those carrying beach equipment or with mobility impairments should use the nearby Access Locations at Barbee Blvd. and Keziah Street (handicap access).
Originally anticipated to begin sometime later this month, an earlier than expected delivery of materials has allowed contractors to begin immediately on the replacement project.
Updates on this project will be provided on the Oak Island Pier webpage, where progress can also be visually seen on the Oak Island PierCam at OakIslandNC.gov/PIER or by clicking the link below.