Construction Authorized for New Outer Banks Pier
Legislation was recently passed to authorize the construction of the North Carolina Aquarium Pier in Nags Head. This pier replaces Janette's Pier that was heavily damaged by Hurricane Isabel in 2003 and recently torn down. The new pier will be located near whalebone junction, which is where Nags Head meets the road to Hatteras Island.
Governor Bev Purdue and other state lawmakers anticipate great positive impact on the state's economy and tourism with the construction of the new pier. State Government officials anticipate the construction of the pier will require 555 on-site jobs and 1250 off-site jobs. The predicted economic impact of this new project is estimated to be over $14 million.
The estimated $25 million project will be funded from admission receipts, private funds, and funds from a storm water pilot project. The pier will be constructed to serve several purposes: a tourist attraction, but also an educational and storm water management structure.
April 17, 2009 Posted by seasidevacations | OBX News | aquarium, construction, Janette's, OBX, outer banks, pier | No Comments
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