Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority

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Toll Pass account website launch - This site can be used to update your contact information, set up notification preferences, request additional passes, edit payment information, add funds, print receipts, monthly statements, and pass usage. For instructions to register click here     

The Boca Grande Swing Bridge is located in Placida, Florida. It is the only land link from Charlotte County to the three (3) barrier islands known as: North, Cole and Gasparilla Island. The Boca Grande Swing Bridge spans two 80-foot wide channels on the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway at Placida Harbor. The GIBA took over operations of the bridge's causeway and toll system in 1998 and is a State of Florida Independent Special District. The Annual Financial Report can be found at https://apps.fldfs.com/LocalGov/Reports/

The weight limit on the Gasparilla Island Bridge Authority swing bridge is 80,000 lbs. All large vehicles (dump trucks, tractor trailers with 3 or more axles, heavy commerical trucks and equipment) are required to be weighed on the GIBA truck scale. Click to view the policy. Questions: contact GIBA admin M-F 8am-4pm 941-697-2271.