Memorial Bridge

Memorial Bridge extends 4,023 feet across the St. Johns River, connecting the communities of Palatka and East Palatka with four traffic lanes and pedestrian sidewalks.

The first bridge at this location was constructed in 1888 by the Palatka Bridge Company, while the current concrete structure opened to traffic in 1976.

Four bronze military statues, known as the Doughboy statues, stand at the bridge entrances to honor Putnam County service members throughout history.

The bridge maintains a vertical clearance of 65 feet above the water, allowing various watercraft to pass underneath while carrying US Route 17 and State Road 100 traffic.

Memorial Bridge represents the single permanent vehicle crossing point of the St. Johns River between the cities of Green Cove Springs and Astor.

Location: Florida

Official opening: 1976

GPS coordinates: 29.64580,-81.62280

Latest update: March 8, 2025 21:00