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City backs application to replace 100‑year‑old St. Lucie River railroad bridge with FIND partnership

City of Stuart City Commission · January 14, 2026
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Summary

The commission voted to co‑apply with the Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND) and support a USDOT/state grant to replace and double‑track the century‑old St. Lucie River railroad bridge. FIND pledged about $79 million toward the roughly $262 million project that aims to widen and raise the navigation channel, reduce bridge openings and relieve traffic backups.

The City of Stuart formally approved Resolution 110‑2025 to co‑apply with the Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND) for a USDOT/state partnership grant to replace the century‑old St. Lucie River railroad bridge.

Interim city staff described the project as a roughly $262 million effort to double‑track…

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