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Old 04-13-2023, 07:09 AM
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Default Bridge open
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Originally Posted by NoMo50 View Post
The Chitty Chatty Bridge over SR-44 has been closed until further notice, according to a statement by the Sumter County Sheriff. Apparently, a vehicle struck the support structure of the bridge, and an inspection by FDOT is required before the bridge can reopen.

For those living in the areas south of SR-44, the nearest access to get across the highway is now the Brownwood bridge. That is quite a detour. This will, without a doubt, cause a lot of complaining!
The bridge was back open by late morning yesterday. However around 6 pm last night the traffic on 44 headed WB was pushed over to 1 lane and there was a ladder boom type truck lifted up and they were inspecting or doing something to the main cross member. Not sure exactly what but it seems the bridge is pretty high to get hit by something going underneath.