Gilchrist Bridge, Concrete bridge in Charlotte County, Florida, US.
The Gilchrist Bridge stretches across the Peace River, connecting Port Charlotte to Punta Gorda with its two-lane structure reaching 45 feet in height.
The bridge opened on July 4, 1976, during the United States Bicentennial celebrations, marking a substantial improvement to the regional transportation infrastructure.
The structure bears the name of Albert W. Gilchrist, a former Florida Governor who made his residence in Punta Gorda during his lifetime.
The bridge carries southbound traffic on U.S. Route 41, known as Tamiami Trail, while its companion Barron Collier Bridge handles northbound vehicles.
The bridge configuration creates a split of U.S. Route 41 into two separate one-way streets through Punta Gorda, meeting at Cross Street near King Street.
Inception: July 4, 1976
Official opening: July 4, 1976
Made from material: concrete
GPS coordinates: 26.94480,-82.05870
Latest update: March 6, 2025 23:23
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