Piers have a variety of purposes, from industrial to recreational. Some facilities combine the use of a promenade with extensive assembly uses, including, in some instances, facilities for cruise ships, sightseeing and recreational craft. This article focuses specifically on historic piers.rnThe fire hazards associated with these facilities vary according to the type of construction. Older piers tend to be made wholly or partly of combustible construction, such as timber, whereas more modern facilities are often made of reinforced concrete.
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