Demolition and rebuilding has begun on the Casino Pier's lower deck, which should be open this summer, said Lou Cirigliano, director of operations for Casino Pier and Breakwater Beach, the structure's private owner.

WSJ: Wipeout of Pier Is Blow to Town's Surf Scene

The upper deck that juts into the ocean is still being designed and isn't expected to open until the summer of 2014, he said.

WSJ: Wipeout of Pier Is Blow to Town's Surf Scene