WEIGHT LIMITS IMPOSED ON 3 DUCK KEY BRIDGES

This is a map of the three interior island bridges with weight restrictions. CONTRIBUTED

Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) inspectors have advised that three interior island Duck Key bridges are deteriorating faster than anticipated. Based on the field results, FDOT has issued the following weight restrictions: Bimini Bridge has a 3-ton weight limit, while Harbor Drive and Seaview bridges each have a 10-ton limit.

Monroe County staff is accelerating the bidding and contracting for the Bimini Bridge replacement, which is in its final stages of the design process. The county is also looking at ways to provide alternative and interim solutions regarding services, repairs and replacements. More details as they become available.

Fun fact: Two Honda Accords weigh about 3 tons, the maximum weight for the Bimini Bridge. (Maybe … maybe take turns on this bridge?)