The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will begin maintenance work on the super structure and substructure of the Stickney Point Bridge. Work will extend the bridge's service life and operational reliability, while mitigating the effects of the harsh coastal environment,  severe weather, and wear from the volume of vehicle and marine traffic. The construction team will focus on electrical repairs, recoating the super and substructure, repainting, and structural repairs. The repair/ rehabilitation project duration is expected to be 200 days.

To minimize the impact on the Sarasota County community, much of the work will be performed underneath the bridge.  Residents, businesses, marinas and mariners should expect construction equipment, barges and noise. Marine traffic should be mostly unaffected, although barges will be in the water so crews can work underneath the bridge.  Residents near the bridge can expect noise from equipment .  Boat traffic will be maintained during the project  and bridge openings  remain on a by request basis. If a vessel requires both panels be raised to navigate through, a reservation is required.

When temporary lane closures are needed or work is required on alternating bridge spans, advance notice will be provided so motorists can use the alternate north bridge route or add additional travel time. 

During the 200-day project, lane closures will be necessary but limited. Also electrical systems will need testing and require a series of bridge openings.