[FL] Florida Keys, Key Largo, Jewfish Creek Bridge - USA
Key Largo–Jewfish Creek Bridge connects Key Largo to the mainland
The Florida Keys are a chain of islands that extend from the southern part of Florida out into the ocean between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. The islands that make up the Florida Keys are connected by the Overseas Highway and consist of smaller communities with settlements, ports and businesses connected to the sea. The economy has historically been focused on fishing and shipping, while tourism today plays a major role. The climate is tropical with warm temperatures and a rainy season during the summer.
Key Largo is the northernmost island in the Florida Keys and is the closest to the mainland, connected to Miami via US-1. Key Largo is characterized by its proximity to the ocean and is used for activities such as boating, fishing and diving. The area is home to the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, which protects parts of the coral reef and is used for snorkeling and other water activities.
Jewfish Creek Bridge is a bridge in the Florida Keys. The Jewfish Creek Bridge is located near the northern end of the island chain and connects Key Largo to the mainland via US-1, which continues through the entire archipelago. The Jewfish Creek Bridge crosses the Jewfish Creek waterway and is part of the larger Overseas Highway. The current bridge was built to replace an older structure and is adapted for modern traffic, with multiple lanes and improved accessibility. The structure is low and relatively long, allowing boats to pass under it. The Jewfish Creek Bridge is important for transportation to and from the Florida Keys, both for residents and visitors. The Jewfish Creek Bridge is used daily by automobile traffic moving between the islands and the mainland and is one of the first bridges you cross when driving south into the archipelago.
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