Ok, I understand what you're talking about now (pictures help a lot!).

So would you say that you are ok structurally? Your frame isn't damaged is it?

If it's just the outside metal wall of the pool I don't believe those are load-bearing, they just provide protection for the liner, right? If that is the case, then I would install the new liner and fill 'er up. While it's empty, I would try to fix up and wrinkles or other components.

Rough winter back east, friend. Worst I can think of and I spent a good portion of my life in NY and MA. Makes me glad I live in AZ - when it snows, it's all up in the mountains and I get to choose whether or not I want to visit it