CBS News Miami · Engineer's website exposes Brickell Bridge rush hour gridlock in Miami
One local engineer built a real-time website to prove it.
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Check current bridge status and explore recent activity at supported bridges.
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How accurate is the status?
Sources vary by bridge: regional feeds such as FL511 and SDOT, plus community reports. Sources can be delayed or unavailable. Check the source status in the app; time since a bridge event is not data freshness.
Are you adding more bridges?
Explore supported bridges in South Florida and Seattle on the map. You can request a bridge that is not listed.
Suggest your bridgeIs it really free?
Yes. Basic status checks need no account or installation. Pro adds historical detail, vessel signals where available, and an ad-free experience. It is optional.
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CBS News Miami · 
WLRN Originally published by Refresh Miami
When Miami's bridge goes up, this founder wants your blood pressure to stay down
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When Miami's bridge goes up, this founder wants your blood pressure to stay down
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El puente de Brickell complica el tránsito en Miami
Anticipate openings and plan alternative routes.
A quick view, or more detail.
Choose the view that works best for you.
Simple
Current status and important signals for a quick glance.
See the current status first, with important vessel and historical signals kept in context.
Example
Advanced
More detailed history, vessel radar, and additional data. Availability depends on the bridge and your access.
Example
Simple and Advanced are view modes—not plans. You can change your view anytime in Profile → Experience mode. Features marked Pro still require Pro.
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Explore the context behind the status.
Opening pattern & history
Today’s event list is free with an account. Pro adds historical patterns and weekly/monthly opening-count summaries, not individual event lists for those periods. Patterns do not guarantee what happens next.
Opening pattern PRO Historical context
-30m +30m
NOW
Past events Historical context
Example · explore available data in the app
Vessel Radar
Explore nearby vessels where radar is available. A nearby vessel is an additional signal, not a guarantee that the bridge will rise.
Nearby
Nearby
1 mi
1 mi
Downstream → ← Upstream
Example · explore available data in the app
Bridge & Vessel Alerts
Bridge-status alerts are free. Pro adds vessel-approach alerts where supported; a vessel signal does not guarantee an opening or a particular lead time.
Notification setup depends on your browser. On supported iPhones, add the app to your Home Screen first.
Ad-Free Experience
No ads, no distractions. Just clean, instant bridge status. Focus on what matters — getting where you need to go.
Raise Duration
Compare the elapsed time of a current raise with the typical range from available bridge history. This shows a pattern, not a prediction or countdown to lowering.
Typical duration: 10–16 min PRO
12 min elapsed
0 min30+ min
Past openings—not a countdown.
Historical raise length
1–9m 12%
10–16m 61%
17–24m 22%
25–30m 5%
Illustration: 287 historical raises. Elapsed time is not remaining wait time.
Example. Actual history and availability vary by bridge.
The same Pro access with every option. Data and feature availability vary by bridge.
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For new, eligible accounts: 14 days of Pro for $0. No card required. The trial ends automatically, with no charge.
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24 hours of Pro from activation for 50 points. Creator Mode is not required.
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Know where the status comes from
Regional feeds, including FL511 in Florida and SDOT in Seattle, and community reports help inform bridge status. Coverage and source availability vary. The app distinguishes current sources, delayed data, and last-known status.
From the community
Selected comments from our Facebook community. Names and photos omitted; some comments are excerpts.
“I just checked it. Said bridge was up, and I could visually confirm that it was. Kudos. Will keep testing it 👍”
“Smart to use the boat tracker!”
“This is AMAZING, I live too close for comfort to this bridge and it is such a headache.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
A few details before your next crossing.
Is it really free?
Current bridge status is free without signing up. Today’s opening history is available with a free account. Pro is optional.
How current is the status?
Sources vary by bridge and may be delayed or unavailable. Check the source information in the app. The time since a bridge was raised or lowered describes an event, not the freshness of the source.
Can points unlock Pro?
A Pro day pass costs 50 points and lasts 24 hours from activation. You do not need Creator Mode. Review the details in the app; following a link here does not spend points.
Do I need to install the app?
No. Open the app on its app domain to check status. For quick access, follow the installation instructions in the app. Installation options vary by browser.
Is my bridge supported?
Use the map or bridge catalog to explore supported bridges in South Florida and Seattle. If your bridge is not listed, use Suggest your bridge below.
What does Pro add?
Pro adds historical patterns, weekly and monthly opening-count summaries, vessel signals where available, and an ad-free experience. Today’s event list is available with a free account; week and month views show summaries, not individual event lists. Historical patterns do not guarantee an opening. Plans are $4.99 monthly or $29.99 billed yearly; subscribing is optional.
How do I set up bridge alerts?
Open the app, select your bridge, and choose notifications. Permission and bridge preferences are separate from installation. On supported iPhones, web push requires the app on your Home Screen. See the steps below.
Do I need to cancel my free trial?
New, eligible accounts get 14 days of Pro for $0. No card required. Your trial ends automatically, with no charge. You can continue with free status checks or choose to subscribe.
What is the difference between Simple and Advanced?
Simple shows the current status and important signals for a quick glance. Advanced offers more detailed history, vessel radar, and additional data. Availability depends on the bridge and your access. You can change your view anytime in Profile → Experience mode.
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Tell us which drawbridge affects your trips. Requests help us decide which bridges and cities to evaluate next.
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Instant Access
No App Store required.
Check status in your browser without installing. For Home Screen access, open the app first and follow its installation guide. Then choose alerts for your bridge.
Open the app to add it to your Home Screen1. Open the app
Use the app domain, not this landing page
2. Add to Home Screen
On iPhone: Share → Add to Home Screen
3. Set up bridge alerts
Open the installed app and choose your bridge
On supported iPhones, web push needs the Home Screen app. Other browsers may offer an Install option. Notification permission and bridge preferences are separate steps.
Check before your next crossing.
Open the app and choose your bridge. Basic status checks are free, with no sign-up or installation required.
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