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Governor Ron DeSantis expedited repairs, reopening the bridge to trucks on October 11, 2022 , and to all traffic on October 20, 2022 .

The new design includes a two-foot higher profile , steel sheet pile wall systems to prevent washouts, and marine mattresses for added protection.

While the roadway is open, pedestrians are strictly prohibited from walking across the causeway.

The causeway islands have transitioned into their first phase of public use:

The is now fully operational after an extensive reconstruction process following Hurricane Ian in 2022. While initial estimates suggested a timeline reaching into 2027, the permanent roadway project was completed significantly ahead of schedule in Fall 2025 . 🌉 Reconstruction Milestones