The newly rebuilt Bridge of Lions crosses the Waterway in downtown St. Augustine, Fl and has a closed vertical clearance of 22ft.

The bridge tender/operator is anything but friendly/cooperative. He will not be flexible if you are approaching the bridge slightly behind a vessel passing through. He would rather see you circle for 29 minutes rather than keeping the bridge open and allow you to pass even though there is little or no traffic.
Perry McDonald

2/29/12
I agree with this comment. Had similar challenge in January 2012. Was to be at bridge on the hour according to GPS, but tender would not open, had to circle 30 minutes.
Capt. Mike

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