Peace River Bridge Replacement Underway

At Cone & Graham Inc., we’re proud to partner with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) in replacing a bridge that has served the Peace River area for over six decades. This essential project, as covered by The Herald-Advocate, has now moved into its initial phase, with the FDOT temporarily closing the bridge on County Line Road (CR 664) near Bowling Green. Our team is excited to bring new life to this structure and improve safety and reliability for the community.

The Peace River bridge, originally constructed in 1958, has been showing signs of wear, with its substructure now rated in "poor condition." FDOT spokesperson Janella Newsome highlighted that the new bridge design will expand the current layout, adding 8-foot shoulders alongside the two 12-foot travel lanes. These upgrades will not only enhance safety but also extend the bridge’s lifespan and increase capacity for local traffic.

Project Enhancements and Traffic Detours

In addition to expanding the bridge itself, our team at Cone & Graham will be reconstructing the approach roads and installing new guardrails. We are also creating a maintenance connection road on the north side of County Line Road, further enhancing safety measures for all users.

During the 13-month construction period, detours have been established to minimize disruption. Eastbound traffic will be redirected from U.S. 17 to Hardee Street, then south on Lake Branch Road to Platt Road, finally reconnecting with County Line Road. Westbound traffic will follow a reverse route from County Line Road, turning onto Platt Road, Lake Branch Road, and Hardee Street to reach U.S. 17.

With a project cost of approximately $5.2 million, this bridge replacement underscores our commitment to enhancing Florida’s infrastructure. Cone & Graham Inc. specializes in complex road and bridge projects across the state, and we’re dedicated to ensuring this bridge meets modern safety and quality standards.

For more information on the project, check out the full article by The Herald-Advocate here.