Bartow, Fla. –  On Thursday, March 7 at midnight to Friday, March 8 at 2 a.m., crews will close I-75 southbound between Bee Ridge Road (Exit 207) and Clark Road (Exit 205) to install an overhead truss across the southbound lanes. 

Motorists are advised to follow the posted detour route: Exit I-75 southbound at Bee Ridge Road (Exit 207), continue on Bee Ridge Road to Honore Avenue, turning left onto Honore Avenue to Clark Road, turning left onto Clark Road eastbound, then returning to I-75 southbound.

Motorists should expect delays and are urged to exercise caution and follow posted detour signage in the work zone.

Stay informed and sign up for construction alerts and view improvement plans by visiting https://www.swflroads.com/project/201277-3.

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