San Martin Boulevard Bridge Replacement

Pinellas County is designing a new bridge to replace the existing San Martin Boulevard Bridge. The existing bridge will be replaced with a new bridge of similar design that will be shifted to the east of the existing bridge. The proposed bridge typical section includes two 11-foot travel lanes and two 7-foot buffered bike lanes. A 6-foot-wide sidewalk and a 12-foot-wide shared use path is provided for pedestrian access across the bridge. Since the alignment of the new bridge will be shifted, the bridge will be constructed in stages to allow San Martin Boulevard to remain open during construction.

Replacement of the San Martin Boulevard Bridge is needed to correct the deficiencies of the existing bridge. The bridge was constructed in 1962 and is nearing the end of its service life. The existing bridge does not meet current design standards and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. This study was undertaken in accordance with the federal National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process. Compliance with the NEPA process allows the County to remain eligible for federal funding.

Project Location

Anticipated Project Timeline

• Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study Complete: April 2022
• Design: May 2023 – Summer 2026
• Construction: Spring 2027 – Fall 2029

Community Outreach

The project team is interested in your feedback. Visit the Community Outreach page to learn more about past community engagements and current opportunities.

Project Funding

This project is supported by the Penny for Pinellas.

Contact Us

Ann Venables, AICP, ENVSP
Project Manager
Public Works / Capital Improvements
14 S. Ft Harrison Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756
(727) 464-3640
avenables@pinellas.gov