Coast Guard Locks Down Florida Bridge Construction Area
Published Date: 6/5/2025
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Summary
The Coast Guard is setting up a temporary safety zone around the Big Carlos Pass Bridge in Fort Myers Beach to keep everyone safe during bridge construction. Boats and people can’t enter this 150-yard area unless they get special permission. This change helps protect workers, vessels, and the environment while the work is happening.
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150‑Yard Safety Zone at Big Carlos Pass
You may not enter navigable water within a 150‑yard radius of the Big Carlos Pass Bridge in Fort Myers Beach, Florida while the temporary safety zone is in place. Boats and people can only enter that area if they receive specific authorization from the Captain of the Port Sector St. Petersburg or a designated representative. The zone is established to protect workers, vessels, and the marine environment during bridge construction.
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