Crews today began preparations for driving piles at Keehi small boat harbor, the first step in replacing one of two deteriorated piers.

Pile driving is expected to begin late this week or early next week.
Demolition of badly worn and damaged pile foundations and wood framing on Piers 100 and 200 began in April.
The state originally intended to replace both piers, but Pier 200 was deleted from the project because of insufficient funding.
The project is expected to be completed in March 2010.
The new dock system to be installed will be constructed out of 6000 series marine grade aluminum frames and topped with plastic composite decking.
The dock system includes a 6-foot wide main pier with finger piers on both sides. Finger piers will be 28 feet to 48 feet long and will comply with Americans with Disabilities Act accessibility criteria.