Coast Guard removes old bridge regulation for Big Carlos Pass in Florida
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The U.S. Coast Guard is removing a specific regulation from the Code of Federal Regulations that governed how the SR 865 bridge opened and closed over Big Carlos Pass on Estero Island, Florida.
Why it matters: This action clears out outdated text from federal regulations so they match what is actually on the ground. It ensures that mariners and boaters are not looking at rules for a structure that no longer exists. The change has no impact on waterway traffic or land travel, as the new fixed bridge operates differently than the previous drawbridge did.
Who it affects
- Mariners navigating Big Carlos Pass in Florida
This final rule was issued by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Coast Guard and published in the Federal Register on June 11, 2026.
Agency: Homeland Security Department, Coast Guard
Source: Federal Register — read the official document