What hours is the St. Lucie drawbridge attended by a bridge tender?

The St. Lucie drawbridge is attended by a bridge tender from 0700 to 1700, which means that the bridge is monitored and operated by a staff member during these specific hours each day. This timeframe is typically when there is a higher volume of river traffic and the user demand for bridge openings is more prevalent.

Having a bridge tender on duty during this period ensures safe and efficient operation, allowing vessels to pass through the drawbridge and providing essential oversight for train operations on the tracks. Since this is the designated schedule, the bridge is not staffed outside these hours, where the operations may be conducted in a more automated or unmonitored manner. This arrangement helps balance the needs of both marine and rail traffic while keeping safety as a priority, particularly during times of greater activity.