Trammell Bridge

Trammell Bridge is a road bridge spanning the Apalachicola River between Blountstown and Bristol with separate lanes for each traffic direction. The structure allows river traffic to pass underneath while carrying State Road 20 across the water.

The original structure was built in 1938 by the Wisconsin Iron and Bridge Company shortly before the Great Depression ended. It was an important infrastructure project that connected the region during economically difficult times.

The bridge carries the Trammell family name, honoring local figures who shaped the region's development. It serves as a daily crossing for residents moving between the two riverbanks.

Crossing is relatively straightforward for all vehicle types since it is part of an established state road. Travelers should note that the time zone changes depending on which direction they are heading.

What makes this bridge distinctive is that it crosses a time zone boundary, with its eastern end in the Eastern Time Zone and its western end in the Central Time Zone. This means travelers experience an hour difference simply by driving across.

Location: Florida

Inception: 1938

Official opening: 1938

GPS coordinates: 30.43720,-85.00110

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:05