04/27/2026
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๐ง 96th Street Bridge Replacement Update ๐ง
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As Mayor of Stone Harbor, I want to keep our residents, visitors, and boating community informed on the planned timeline for the 96th Street Bridge replacement project.
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Fall 2026 โ Summer 2027
Construction is expected to begin in Fall 2026, with work taking place outside of the current bridge footprint. Normal bridge operations will continue during this phase.
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September 2027 โ Spring 2028
The existing span will be removed, creating full vertical clearance for marine traffic, except during limited construction operations.
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Summer 2028
A temporary bridge span will be installed to maintain vehicle access through the busy summer season. Larger vessels will have scheduled weekly access coordinated with the contractor and Coast Guard.
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Fall 2028 โ Spring 2029
Installation of the new bridge span begins, with continued marine access through the channel whenever possible.
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Summer 2029
Final testing of the new bridge will take place, with normal openings expected, though occasional delays may occur during system testing.
This long-awaited project will modernize a critical gateway to Stone Harbor while balancing traffic flow, boating access, and summer operations throughout construction.
We will continue to provide updates every step of the way.
