MATLACHA, Fla. – To our valued community, we are pleased to share weekly updates on the ongoing construction of the Pine Island Bridge and the steps being taken to accelerate the project. We are committed to delivering this critical infrastructure as quickly as possible while ensuring quality and safety remain top priorities.

Hurricane Ian caused significant destruction in Pine Island and Matlacha. Our goal is to enhance safety, strengthen resilience, and reduce economic impacts for the community.

The new Little Pine Island Bridge is being built to withstand storm surges from a Hurricane Ian-level event, ensuring this critical roadway remains intact.

Once completed, the new bridge will strengthen infrastructure, enhance transportation safety, and promote long-term economic growth in the area.

Phase 1 Update

We aim to complete Phase 1 by spring 2025 and make significant progress on both the east and west sides of the bridge.

Construction crews have successfully formed and poured all concrete caps.

Additionally, construction crews will finish the installation of slab beams this week.

Next week, crews will begin preparations for the deck pour as well as forming and tying the steel deck.

Following preparation, crews will pour the concrete deck slab.

Sign Up for Updates

We understand the importance of this bridge to the community and are dedicated to its timely completion. We thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to rebuild stronger and better than before.

Stay tuned for future updates as we make progress on this critical project.

To sign up for updates and access the weekly Road Watch, please visit the project website at https://www.swflroads.com/project/451937-2 entitled: Pine Island Causeway and Bridge Reconstruction Project. To access the bridge traffic cameras go to https://www.leegov.com/dot/traffic.

You can also contact the Communications Team by calling the project hotline at (239)-800-6391 or by emailing at pineislandinfo@exp.com.