A new pier will stretch into the Gulf waters at Fort Myers Beach. Construction starts in late 2026, with plans for completion the next year. The structure will replace the old pier that Hurricane Ian destroyed.
The new design dwarfs its predecessor. At 1,000 feet long and 12 feet wide, it’s 70% longer and 50% more wider than the original. Federal funds through FEMA’s Disaster Relief program will pay for the project.
The new design plans have been unveiled. Built two feet above its former height, the structure meets updated safety standards while letting more light filter to marine life below…