Wilson Pigott Bridge, Bascule bridge in Fort Myers Shores, Florida, US
Wilson Pigott Bridge is a bascule bridge crossing the Caloosahatchee River in Fort Myers Shores with two lanes for traffic. The structure lifts to allow boats and ships to pass through when needed.
This bridge opened in 1960, replacing an earlier swing bridge built in 1911 that operated downstream at the same location. The newer structure represented a shift in local bridge engineering approaches.
The bridge carries the name of a former Lee County Commissioner and represents the evolution of transportation infrastructure in southwest Florida.
Boat operators signal their intent to pass through the bridge using horn blasts or by contacting the bridge tender by radio. Plan for possible delays if marine traffic is using the passage.
The Florida Department of Transportation considers replacing this drawbridge with either a new movable structure or a high-level fixed-span bridge.
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