NASA Railway Bridge
Bascule (drawbridge) on the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway in Florida · hail VHF 09.
Bridge facts
| Waterway | Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (AICW) |
|---|---|
| ICW statute mile | 876.6 |
| State | Florida |
| Type | Bascule (drawbridge) |
| Vertical clearance | 7 ft (2.13 m) closed; opens for taller vessels |
| VHF hailing channel | Channel 09 |
| Opening behaviour | Normally open |
| Regulation | 33 CFR 117.261 |
Opening schedule
Normally in the fully open position (flashing green); not constantly tended. When a train approaches, the draw lowers and locks (flashing red); it reopens after the train clears, or automatically 5 minutes after the track circuit clears. (33 CFR 117.261)
In plain English: Normally in the open position; closes only briefly for a passing train or on request.
Frequently asked
When does NASA Railway Bridge open?
Normally in the open position; closes only briefly for a passing train or on request.
What VHF channel does NASA Railway Bridge use?
NASA Railway Bridge monitors VHF Channel 09 for bridge openings on the Intracoastal Waterway.
How much clearance does NASA Railway Bridge have?
About 7 ft (2.13 m) when closed; it opens for taller vessels.
Where is NASA Railway Bridge on the ICW?
NASA Railway Bridge is at Intracoastal Waterway statute mile 876.6 in Florida.
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