There is a briefing on pile removal at Richmond Terminal 4 at today’s BCDC meeting with some interesting history and graphics:

Briefing on the Proposal for Terminal Four Wharf, Warehouse, and Piling Removal Project and Funding for the Project
The California State Coastal Conservancy and the City of Richmond will brief the Commission on the Terminal Four Wharf, Warehouse, and Piling Removal project located near Pt. San Pablo in Richmond, Contra Costa County. The briefing will include information on the site history, proposed removal project, and an update on the mitigation and grant funding provided to support the proposed removal project.
(Anniken Lydon) [415/352-3624; anniken.lydon@bcdc.ca.gov]
Presentation (PDF) // Staff Presentation (PDF)