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S.R. 5/U.S. 1/Overseas Highway over Vaca Cut Bridge No. 900126
447757-1-52-01

About

Project Summary

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is currently working on a bridge rehabilitation project. The project includes repairing bridge concrete elements and installing corrosion protection measures to enhance overall performance and extend the service life of the bridge.

 

WORK TO BE PERFORMED:

FDOT COMPASS

FDOT is committed to ensuring the state’s infrastructure serves residents, businesses, and visitors to meet their current and future transportation needs. Benefits of this project include:

 

COMMUNITIES

  • FDOT understands the community’s unique needs and builds a transportation system that improves connectivity, enhances the quality of life, and achieves a shared community vision

 

 

SAFETY

  • FDOT is committed to reaching our target of zero fatalities and serious injuries on state transportation facilities

 

 

 

RESILIENCY

  • Rehabilitating bridge concrete elements, installing cathodic protection to prevent corrosion on drilled piers, rehabilitating broken concrete areas and deck expansion joints

 

 

SUPPLY CHAIN

  • FDOT invests in roadways and transportation facilities to facilitate the movement of goods that serves our community and beyond

 

 

TECHNOLOGY

  • FDOT is dedicated to use new and emerging technologies to enhance safety and helps prevent incidents

 

 

 

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

  • This project creates opportunities for contractors, which results in economic benefits for workers and the community

 

 

MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC

During construction, temporary lane closures will affect traffic. Access to adjacent businesses and neighborhood will be maintained. Pedestrian detours will be established with clear signage.

 

PUBLIC MEETING

FDOT will host an in-person and online Public Meeting for those interested in learning more about this design project.

 

Time and Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026, starting at 6 p.m.

 

In-Person Meeting Location:

Marathon City Hall

9805 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050

Parking complimentary for guests. To register, click here.

 

Virtual Meeting:

Visit the link to attend:

https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2448306085705820501

Participants can also call in by dialing +1 (951) 384-3421; Access code: 425-738-990