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Hatchett Creek / US-41 Bridge

Hatchett Creek / US-41 Bridge on GIWWnear Venice, FL; closed clearance about 30 ft. Movable bridge.

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27.10323000, -82.44413000

Planning only Drawbridge / movable Air draft concern
WaterwayGIWW
Route SegmentFlorida Gulf Coast
Route VariantGulf ICW / west Florida
State / ProvinceFL
Nearest CityVenice
Mile MarkerMM 56.9
Bridge TypeBascule
Source Confidencehigh

Clearance And Opening Details

Vertical Clearance Closed30.00 ft
Vertical Clearance OpenNot verified
Horizontal Clearance100.00 ft
VHF Channel9
PhoneNot verified
Last Verified2026-06-08
Verify against current water level / bridge gauge before transit.

Planning Notes

Air Draft Notes
Closed/air-draft clearance: 30 ft. Datum/reference: MHW/tidal; Waterway Guide listing. Clearance band: Route-relevant
Opening Schedule
Opens on signal with weekday restricted opening periods.
Operator / Contact
Not verified
Navigation Notes
Opens on signal with weekday restricted opening periods. Close to Venice Avenue Bridge; coordinate timing. Closed/air-draft clearance: 30 ft. Datum/reference: MHW/tidal; Waterway Guide listing. Clearance band: Route-relevant Opens on signal with weekday restricted opening periods.
Regulatory Notes
Opens on signal with weekday restricted opening periods. Close to Venice Avenue Bridge; coordinate timing.