Santa Cruz Wharf to reopen this weekend after safety assessment

The Santa Cruz Wharf will reopen this Saturday after a partial collapse on December 23. A recent sonar and engineering assessment confirmed the structure is safe, despite 150 feet of the wharf falling into the ocean. The collapse affected part of the Dolphin Restaurant and restrooms. The assessment found no structural damage beyond the collapsed area, allowing around 20 businesses to resume operations. A reopening ceremony is planned for Saturday at 10 a.m. Local residents and visitors expressed excitement about the wharf's return.