The new $90M Lee County bridge will replace the current span, but have more navigation clearance for boats and a lifespan of 75 years.

the new bridge is also built to be more resilient to hurricanes, Deese said. Designers took lessons from the washout of the Sanibel Causeway in Southwest Florida during Hurricane Ian, and used a ...

The Florida Department of Transportation reported that crews have moved traffic to the permanent lanes on the Sanibel ...

Sanibel only allowing emergency personnel to ... All road closures in the Downtown area remain in effect. The Edison Bridge remains closed in all directions. The Fort Myers Police Department ...

The restoration of the Sanibel Causeway reached a big milestone ... LITTLE PINE ISLAND BRIDGE: The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District One, in coordination with Lee County ...

The Sanibel-Captiva Sail and Power Squadron hosted its 50th Anniversary Gala on Feb. 25 at the Sundial Beach Resort & Spa on ...

FDOT expects to finish the project this month. Work progresses at the Punta Rassa boat ramp at the base of the Sanibel Causeway bridge on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The area was heavily impacted by ...

True, they're both quiet spots with great shorelines and are connected by a short bridge, but there are a few differences. Here's a cheat sheet: Sanibel has better shelling on its beaches ...

It is located on the Captiva side of the Blind Pass Bridge, which connects the two islands. Visit the Sanibel Chamber of Commerce's website for more information. U.S. News Insider Tip: For the ...

SANIBEL CAUSEWAY RESTORATION ... constructing permanent bridge approaches, and restoring drainage, lighting, pavement markings, as well as providing access for utility service along the causeway ...