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Ringling Causeway / SR 789 Bridge

Ringling Causeway / SR 789 Bridge on GIWWnear Sarasota, FL; closed clearance about 65 ft. Standard fixed ICW clearance.

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27.33230000, -82.56040000

Planning only Fixed bridgeAir draft concern
WaterwayGIWW
Route SegmentFlorida Gulf Coast
Route VariantGulf ICW / west Florida
State / ProvinceFL
Nearest CitySarasota
Mile MarkerMM 73.6
Bridge TypeFixed
Source Confidencemedium

Clearance And Opening Details

Vertical Clearance Closed65.00 ft
Vertical Clearance OpenNot verified
Horizontal ClearanceNot verified
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: 65 ft. Datum/reference: MHW/tidal; Waterway Guide Gulf Coast summary. Clearance band: Standard ICW 65 ft
Opening Schedule
Fixed.
Operator / Contact
Not verified
Navigation Notes
Fixed. High fixed span; verify tide board for tall vessels. Closed/air-draft clearance: 65 ft. Datum/reference: MHW/tidal; Waterway Guide Gulf Coast summary. Clearance band: Standard ICW 65 ft Fixed.
Regulatory Notes
Fixed. High fixed span; verify tide board for tall vessels.