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Atlantic Beach Bridge reopens after being stuck in open position

The incident caused traffic disruptions for drivers traveling between Long Beach and neighboring communities.

News 12 Staff

Jul 2, 2026, 3:04 PM

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The Atlantic Beach drawbridge has reopened after being stuck in the open position on Thursday, according to City of Long Beach officials.

It caused traffic disruptions for drivers traveling between Long Beach and neighboring communities.

The bridge was first alerted as being stuck open around 2:30p.m., and was fixed about half an hour later.

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