The 23rd Street Public Dock has been a popular swimming spot in Avalon for nearly a century. The diving board from the 1960s and ‘70s is long gone, but that hasn’t affected the popularity a bit – especially at high tide on warm days when the dock is packed with water-loving enthusiasts.

Don’t look now, but the popular dock has vanished – albeit temporarily. The public dock is coming back in time for summer brand-new and even better. The marine construction is being handled by R.A. Walters and Sons Marine Construction. The actual deck construction will be handled by Avalon’s Public Works Department. The renovations will include enhanced handicap access as directed by ADA compliance guidelines and a new bulkhead that is expected to significantly assist in mitigating some of the tidal flooding that affects the downtown area.

Photo caption: The 23rd Street Public Dock will be back brand-new for the summer season.