JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Main Street Bridge is more than just a way to cross the St. Johns River — it stands as an iconic symbol of Jacksonville’s skyline and identity.
Built in 1941, this vertical lift bridge is one of the last of its kind in Florida. Its distinctive twin towers frame downtown Jacksonville and have become a familiar image locally and beyond.
Jacksonville City Councilmember Matt Carlucci mentioned during a recent appearance on “This Week in Jacksonville” that the bridge was even featured in the city’s Super Bowl logo and the Florida-Georgia football rivalry logo…