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Ortega River Bridge
- Lat / Lon: N 30° 16.822' / W 081° 42.329'
- Bridge Type: Bascule
- Vertical Clearance (Closed): 9.00 ft.
- Horizontal Clearance: 53.00 ft.
- Schedule:
Opens on signal.
Editor's Note: Bridge schedules are subject to temporary change due to repairs, maintenance, events, etc. Check the Waterway Explorer for possible nav alerts. - VHF Channel: 09
- Phone: 904-776-7003
5 Boater Comments
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Comment by: Henry Chaney, Benchwarmer, on Nov 15, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 38'
Draft: 3.5'The bridge is open and fully operational 24 hrs and opens on demand.
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Comment by: Mark Lucitt on May 14, 2020
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 54'
Draft: 5.0'This bridge is near our home port, The Marina at Ortega Landing. Always a pleasure to approach the bridge and speak to the operator, never a problem.
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Comment by: Boris Kirilloff, Nasdarovia, on May 13, 2020
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 24'
Draft: 2.0'The bridge tenders are always accommodating, courteous and professional.
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Comment by: Edward Nyberg on May 6, 2020
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 47'
Draft: 4.7'This bridge is next to my home port and I monitor quite frequently. The bridge tenders are very polite, accommodating, and professional. They are fast too, quite impressed with the entire crew.
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Comment by: Bob Marrs, S/V Slippery Fish, on Apr 8, 2020
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 33'
Draft: 4.6'Bridge Operators are always courteous and professional, regardless of the weather or traffic at this scenic and historic crossing. Boaters should be considerate and use correct protocol.
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