The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is inviting the community to a public meeting next week to discuss the upcoming Sebastian Inlet Bridge replacement project.
Meeting Details:
- Date: Wednesday, July 17th, 2024
- Time: 5:30 PM EDT
- Location: Sebastian Community Center (1805 North Central Avenue, Sebastian)
- Virtual Attendance: Available through link to registration
- Phone Dial-In: +1 (213) 929-4212, Access Code: 892-928-399
Meeting Format:
The meeting will begin with a presentation by FDOT staff outlining the project details, followed by an open discussion for residents to ask questions and provide feedback.
Project Overview:
The project aims to replace the existing Sebastian Inlet Bridge with a new structure that addresses structural deficiencies, improves safety for motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists, and enhances the bridge’s resiliency. Additionally, the project will include:
- Resurfacing, restoration, and rehabilitation of State Road A1A from Sand Dollar Lane to south of the Sebastian Inlet.
- Improved drainage system.
- Increased vertical clearance.
- Wider shoulders and shared-use paths for pedestrians and cyclists.
- Reconfiguration of the state park entrances on both the north and south sides of the bridge.
- New crosswalks for safer pedestrian access.
- Fishing pier/observation walks on both the north and south sides under the bridge.
Project Timeline and Impacts:
The project is currently in the design phase. Construction is expected to be phased to minimize disruptions and maintain two-way traffic across the bridge at all times. Temporary lane closures may occur during non-peak hours.
How to Get Involved:
- Attend the public meeting on July 17th.
- Submit questions or comments to Project Manager Binod Basnet via email at [email address removed] or by phone at (954) 777-4146.
- Visit the FDOT project website for more information.
The FDOT encourages all interested residents to attend the public meeting and provide feedback on this important project.
