Sidney Lanier Bridge, Cable-stayed road bridge in Brunswick, United States
The Sidney Lanier Bridge spans 2,371 meters across the Brunswick River, featuring four lanes of U.S. Route 17 and rising 150 meters above the water.
Following ship collisions with the original vertical-lift bridge in 1972 and 1987, this new structure opened in 2003 to provide safer maritime passage.
Each February, the Southeast Georgia Health System organizes a Bridge Run event where participants traverse the south side of the structure on foot.
The bridge connects Brunswick to neighboring communities while supporting regional transportation needs through dedicated vehicle lanes and pedestrian pathways.
A WX4BWK amateur radio repeater operates from the top of one bridge pillar, enabling long-distance communication across the coastal region.
Location: Brunswick
Inception: 2003
Official opening: 2003
Length: 2,371 m
GPS coordinates: 31.11639,-81.48472
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
Igbo Landing Historic Site
12.2 km
Jekyll Island Club
8.6 km
Fort Frederica National Monument
14.9 km
St. Simons Island Light
9.1 km
Horton House Historic Site
6.9 km
Rockefeller Cottage
8.9 km
Brunswick Old Town Historic District
3.3 km
Summer Waves Waterpark
10.7 km
Christ Church
14.8 km
Jekyll Island Museum
9.1 km
Massengale Beach
10.6 km
Faith Chapel
8.6 km
Walter Rogers Furness Cottage
9.1 km
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort
10.4 km
Ballard School
10 km
Old Glynn County Courthouse
4.2 km
Frank M. Scarlett Federal Building
3.8 km
Colored Memorial School and Risley High School
4.4 km
Windsor Park Historic District
3.7 km
Strachan House Garage
8.5 km
5th Street Public Beach Access
9.7 km
Old Glynn Academy Building
3.6 km
Saint Andrew Beach
12.5 km
Hamilton Plantation Slave Cabins
9.5 km
7th Street Public Beach Access
9.5 km
Myrtle Street Public Beach Access
10.1 km
Jekyll Point
12.2 km
Neptune Road Public Beach Access
10.3 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes