Historic Blackburn Point Swing Bridge in Sarasota could be replaced

SARASOTA COUNTY, Fla. — Sarasota County is trying to determine what to do with a 100-year-old bridge.

The Blackburn Point Swing Bridge, which connects the mainland to Casey Key, needs continuous repairs. The county is now considering replacing it.

The one-lane bridge has been in operation since 1926, using a “swinging” mechanism of its time to allow boats to get through…

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