Lee County opens Big Carlos Pass Bridge and unveils artificial reef

Jun 30, 2026

Lee County officials this morning celebrated the ribbon-cutting for the new Big Carlos Pass Bridge and the nearby artificial reef made from repurposed bridge materials; officials said the $90 million bridge improves local connectivity and the reef — funded by a private donation — will create habitat for recreational and commercial fishery species.

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David Mullica, County Commissioner for District 3, welcomed attendees and this morning led a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Big Carlos Pass Bridge and the connected artificial reef project.

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