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Source: Florida Department of Transportation “Due to COVID’s impact on the supply chain, materials were delayed,” said Florida Department of Transportation spokesman Brian Rick. “Otherwise, this was scheduled to have been done off season. Fortunately, we can still maintain the current two lanes of traffic and posted speed, and make the needed improvements.” The state does not anticipate the 14-part project to inconvenience drivers, boaters, pedestrians or bikers. However, nighttime bridge closures are required from 3 a.m. to 5 a.m. throughout the project. The state says no delay will be longer than 30 minutes. Also, large boats that require the opening of the bridge will need to request it six hours in advance. ....