Cost put at $90 million to replace bridge to Key Biscayne

Written By Marta Viciedo

Miami Today, Week of Thursday, May 19, 2022

This article reports that the projected cost to replace the Bear Cut Bridge had risen to $90 million, underscoring the financial consequences of prolonged delays. County officials confirmed that replacement planning was underway, but emphasized that rising construction costs and inflation continued to complicate timelines.

Key points and arguments:

  • Replacement cost estimates increased from earlier projections to $90 million.

  • Inflation and construction market pressures drove up expenses.

  • The bridge remained a single point of failure for Key Biscayne access.

  • County commissioners acknowledged that delaying replacement increased risk.

  • The article highlights how deferred action leads to higher long-term costs.

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