Extended Detour of King Street Bridge Scheduled to Begin April 13 – Plan Extra Time for Travel
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has announced that it will close the King Street bridge over the San Sebastian River on U.S. Route 1 in St. Augustine beginning on April 13, 2026, for construction. During the closure, a detour will be in place for approximately seven months, weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting. Roadway users and buses will follow posted detour signs to U.S. 1 and Malaga Street to access King Street. A temporary signal at U.S. 1 and Malaga Street has been installed to assist drivers through the detour safely.
We recommend planning extra time for travel during this time, as we anticipate traffic congestion. Please see the detour route displayed on the map below.
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