[EXPIRED] LNM: Longterm Reduction in Vertical Clearance, Old Seven Mile Bridge, Pigeon Key, FL Statute Mile 1195
With a normal vertical clearance of 65ft, Old Seven Mile Bridge crosses Moser Channel west of Pigeon Key.
FLORIDA – FLORIDA KEYS – GRASSY KEY TO BAHIA KEY – WEST OF PIGEON KEY: Reduction in bridge vertical clearance
During ongoing construction, the opening in the Old Seven Mile Bridge west of Pigeon Key will have cables extended across it at a height of approximately 30 feet, and possibly as low as 18ft in some areas. The cables will remain in place until July 2021. Mariners should use caution when transiting the area and be aware of overhead hazards.
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FLORIDA- FLORIDA KEYS- SOMBRERO KEY TO SAND KEY-MOSER CHANNEL-OLD SEVEN MILE BRIDGE: Bridge Repairs
The Florida Department of Transportation has advised the Coast Guard that their contractor SAFFO Contractors Inc. will be conducting long-term maintenance and repairs to the Old Seven Mile Bridge. The main span of the bridge for Moser Channel will not be affected. Certain bridge spans will have lighted work platforms suspended from the bridge reducing the vertical clearance by from 2.5-5 feet as well as lighted staging extending 5 feet from all side of certain bridge piers. The remaining spans will not be affected. Mariners are advised to abide by all Navigation Rules, proceed with caution in the vicinity of the project, and are urged to plan transits accordingly avoiding areas of the bridge with active work crews. This project is expected to continue until July 2022. For more information please contact the Sector Key West Command Center at (305) 292-8727.
I do not think this applies to the 65 foot Moser Channel bridge, but rather to the short gap in the old roadway just west of Pigeon Key.