For the safety of the traveling motorists and the construction crews, the bridge will be closed from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. on Monday, April 29 and Tuesday, April 30. These nighttime closures are necessary for crews to perform bridge work associated with the pedestrian improvements.

As part of the Phase I construction plan, the bridge will be reduced to one lane in both northbound and southbound directions for crews to complete this phase of the project. Phase I construction activities are expected to be completed in December 2024.

Electronic message boards will be used to make motorists aware of lane closures and alternate routes that can be used. 

Please note that the work schedule is subject to change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.

I-75 at SR 951 (exit 101) Interchange improvements: FDOT is reconstructing the I-75  

southbound on- and off-ramp connections and the northbound on-ramp connection to the mainline lanes at SR 951 (exit 101). The northeast quadrant loop ramp will be connected to, and accessible only by, a direct flyover ramp from northbound Collier Boulevard starting south of the Davis Boulevard intersection. This single-lane flyover ramp will carry traffic over Beck Boulevard and a reconstructed I-75 southbound on-ramp. A single-lane flyover ramp extension will carry I-75 southbound traffic over Davis Boulevard to a new signalized intersection at Collier Boulevard and Business Circle North. This ramp will extend along the western side of Collier Boulevard. 

• Motorists should expect the outside right turn lane from southbound SR 951 to westbound SR 84/Davis Boulevard closed.  Drivers will still be able to turn right from the remaining open turn lane.  This closure is needed for crews to begin work for the force main and bridge foundation installation and will remain in place through job completion. 

• Pedestrians should expect a sidewalk closure along SR 84 (Davis Boulevard) just west of SR 951 (Collier Boulevard) and along SR 951 (Collier Boulevard) between SR 84 (Davis Boulevard) and Business Circle North. Pedestrians may use SR 84 (Davis Boulevard) to Market Street to Business Circle South to access SR 951 (Collier Boulevard). 

• Motorists are advised that the SR 84 (Davis Boulevard) eastbound direct access ramp heading south to SR 951 (Collier Boulevard) is permanently closed. The eastbound to southbound right turn will be available at the intersection. 

• Motorists should expect reduced lane widths for southbound Collier Boulevard between Business Circle North and Business Circle South.  

• Motorists can expect daytime lane closures between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on northbound Collier Boulevard from just south of Beck Boulevard to just south of the southbound on-ramp at I-75.  

• Motorists can expect lane closures during the overnight/nighttime hours of 9:30 p.m. to 6 a.m. on southbound Collier Boulevard between Beck Boulevard and Business Circle North. 

• Crews continue to drive pile for the new bridge over Beck Boulevard, east of Collier Boulevard.  

Please use caution and watch for workers and construction vehicles entering and leaving the roadway. The expected completion date is spring 2026. For more information please visit: https://www.swflroads.com/project/425843-2. 

The current phase of this project will conclude by the end of May 2024. The anticipated completion will be by Labor Day, Monday, Sep 2, 2024.

Pine Island Road Causeway and Bridge Permanent Repairs: Construction project:  As part of the Emergency Restoration of the Pine Island Road Causeway and Bridge, crews will be working in the project boundaries along CR 78 Pine Island Road from west of Little Pine Island Bridge (Bridge No. 120111) to West of Shoreview Drive.

• UPCOMING: Motorists should expect a nighttime/overnight flagging operation on Thursday, May 23, 2024, as crews relocate barrier wall for the upcoming traffic shift. Variable message signs will be in place to alert drivers.
   
• Motorists can expect traffic shifts and flagging operations as crews continue installing utilities throughout the causeway.
   
• Motorists can expect occasional delays due to flagging operations for delivery/removal of materials, transfer of equipment. 
   
• Please use caution and watch for workers and construction vehicles entering and exiting the roadway.
   
• Crews are maintaining two-lane traffic on causeway.
   
• Please be alerted to construction equipment in the construction zone. To maintain safety, motorists should find alternate parking areas.
   
• Pedestrians and bicyclists are not permitted within the construction zone.
   
• Noise from construction equipment in the area is to be expected.
   
• Please be patient and plan for additional travel time as it may be slower than usual in the area.
   

For additional information, visit the FDOT project web page at https://www.swflroads.com/project/451937-2 or email at shana.overhulser@dot.state.fl.us

Sanibel Causeway Emergency Restoration:  Crews have moved traffic to the permanent lanes on the Sanibel Causeway.  The causeway islands surrounding the temporary roadway are an active work zone and are currently closed for public access, including from the water.    

• Motorists should expect daytime lane closures at the intersection of Punta Rassa Road and McGregor Boulevard for Lee County to repair and install temporary traffic signals.  On island (westbound) lane closures are not anticipated before 10 a.m. and off island (eastbound) lane closures are not anticipated after 3 p.m.  Flagging operations may be required.  The work will last approximately 2 weeks.  Drivers should be aware of overhead work and construction crews within the median and near the travel lanes. 

• Motorists should expect one lane of eastbound travel to continue from the toll plaza to Shell Point Road on the south (beach) side of McGregor Boulevard.  The shoulder (south/beach side) remains FULLY CLOSED TO ACCESS.  This closure is necessary for crews to excavate and install underground devices (marine mattresses) to reinforce the shoreline. This closure is expected to be in place through May 2024.  The contractor may intermittently use this lane for materials delivery. 

• Motorists traveling westbound on McGregor Boulevard may experience short delays for FHP to stop vehicles to allow materials deliveries to access the staging area at Punta Rassa. 

• Crews are installing underground devices (marine mattresses) to reinforce the shoreline, sea wall, and retaining wall along the Causeway.   

• Crews continue earthwork and debris removal along the causeway islands.  Please expect construction equipment periodically entering/leaving the travel lanes when necessary.  The contractor is limiting this interruption during peak hours.   

• The westbound merge location is now west of the toll plaza.  Motorists are urged to use caution and obey the 20 MPH speed limit. Construction vehicles and equipment continue to enter/exit the staging area near this location.   

Many oversized vehicles are crossing the causeway to assist with recovery efforts on the island.  Please be patient as travel may be slower than usual. Bicyclists are encouraged to utilize another mode of transportation to travel the causeway and pedestrians are not permitted on the Sanibel Causeway.  MOTORISTS ARE REMINDED TO OBEY THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT OF 20 MPH THROUGHOUT THE WORK ZONE.   

Construction is expected to begin in the fall of 2024. There are no lane closures expected until fall.

SR 70 from Lorraine Road to Bourneside Boulevard, Bradenton: Construction project: This project includes widening SR 70 from Lorraine Road to Bourneside Boulevard from a two-lane undivided roadway to a four-lane or six-lane divided roadway, depending on the location, construction of roundabouts on SR 70 at Uihlein Road, Del Webb Boulevard, and Bourneside Boulevard, intersection improvements at the existing signalized intersection of Greenbrook Boulevard and Lorraine Road, construction of four bridges over Braden River crossings, new drainage system, construction 10-foot shared use paths, street lighting, and landscaping, and installation of new fiber optic cable connecting the two signalized intersections to Manatee County’s regional Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS).

This week, crews will be clearing existing vegetation between Lorraine Road and De Webb Boulevard on the south side of SR 70 and clearing the Pond A area on the north side of SR 70, west of Uihlein Road and excavating. Crews will continue excavating the Pond area on the southeast corner of Bourneside Boulevard and SR 70. Material will be hauled to the south side of SR 70 between Bourneside Boulevard and Uihlein Road and placed as roadway fill.

Crews will begin mobilizing bridge equipment and materials at Uihlein Road. Construction of the eastern eastbound bridge over the Braden River will begin the week of April 15th. The work will involve driving bridge piles via hydraulic hammer. This work will occur during daytime hours and produce noise that may be audible to the surrounding area. Bridge work will continue into summer.

All work will be off the roadway with no planned lane closures. Please use caution and watch for trucks and construction vehicles entering or exiting the work zone by way of the eastbound SR 70 shoulder. Work will occur Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please use caution and be aware of workers and flaggers in the area.

SR 70 from Lorraine Road to Bourneside Boulevard, Bradenton: Construction project: This project includes widening SR 70 from Lorraine Road to Bourneside Boulevard from a two-lane undivided roadway to a four-lane or six-lane divided roadway, depending on the location, construction of roundabouts on SR 70 at Uihlein Road, Del Webb Boulevard, and Bourneside Boulevard, intersection improvements at the existing signalized intersection of Greenbrook Boulevard and Lorraine Road, construction of four bridges over Braden River crossings, new drainage system, construction 10-foot shared use paths, street lighting, and landscaping, and installation of new fiber optic cable connecting the two signalized intersections to Manatee County’s regional Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS).

This week, crews will be clearing existing vegetation between Lorraine Road and De Webb Boulevard on the south side of SR 70 and clearing the Pond A area on the north side of SR 70, west of Uihlein Rd. Crews will continue excavating the Pond area on the southeast corner of Bourneside Boulevard and SR 70. Material will be hauled to the south side of SR 70 between Bourneside Boulevard and Uihlein Road and placed as roadway fill. Construction of the eastern eastbound bridge over the Braden River will involve driving bridge piles. This work will occur during daytime hours and produce noise that may be audible to the surrounding area.

All work will be off the roadway with no planned lane closures. Please use caution and watch for trucks and construction vehicles entering or exiting the work zone by way of the eastbound SR 70 shoulder. Work will occur Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please use caution and be aware of workers and flaggers in the area.

US 41 from North of Port Commons from north of Port Commons to State College of Florida, Sarasota: Construction project: Project improvements include milling and resurfacing, guardrail, drainage improvements, signing and pavement markings, and signalization improvements. Expected completion is fall 2024.

Daytime Activities:

• Install barrier walls for upcoming lane shifts and close median openings for roadway crossover reconstruction.
• Median openings at Myakka Drive, Riverwalk Drive, Boardwalk, Ortega Place, De Miranda Avenue, Eager Street and Hoffman Street will be closed for reconstruction work. Hoffman Street crossover will be removed and remain permanently closed.
• Motorists will be able to turn right only onto US 41 at these locations.
• Build concrete curb between Tuscola Boulevard and Espanola Drive.
• Curb removal and turn lane reconstruction between Tuscola Boulevard and Ortiz Boulevard.

Daytime Lane Closures:

• Daytime lane closures Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Northbound inside lane closures between Tuscola Boulevard and Ortiz Boulevard.

Nighttime Activities:

• Nighttime lane closures Sunday through Friday from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.
• Northbound inside lane closures between Tuscola Boulevard and Ortiz Boulevard.

Motorists should use caution when making U-turns and be aware of workers in the area.

US 41 from North of Port Commons from north of Port Commons to State College of Florida, Sarasota: Construction project: Project improvements include milling and resurfacing, guardrail, drainage improvements, signing and pavement markings, and signalization improvements. Expected completion is fall 2024.

Daytime Activities:

• Install barrier walls for upcoming lane shifts and close median openings for roadway crossover reconstruction.
• Median openings at Myakka Drive, Riverwalk Drive, Boardwalk, Ortega Place, De Miranda Avenue, Eager Street and Hoffman Street will be closed for reconstruction work.
• Hoffman Street crossover will be removed and remain permanently closed.
• Motorists will be able to turn right only onto US 41 at these locations.
• Daytime lane closures Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Nighttime Activities:

• Curb removal and turn lane reconstruction between Tuscola Boulevard and Ortiz Boulevard.
• Nighttime lane closures Sunday through Friday from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Motorists should use caution when making U-turns and be aware of workers in the area.

US 27 at SR 60 Interchange: Construction project: Crews will replace the bridges carrying SR 60 over US 27 and reconstruct the interchange from a partial cloverleaf design to a Single Point Urban Interchange. Other improvements include widening the roadways from four lanes to six 11-foot lanes, bicycle lanes, curb and gutter, a closed drainage system, and six-foot sidewalks. Crews will construct an urban frontage road in the southwest quadrant along SR 60 for access to local businesses. The project also includes construction of a noise wall along SR 60 from South Miami Street to west of Sharp Street, resurfacing Central Avenue from west of US 27 to Miami Street, installing signals, lighting, signage and pavement markings on US 27 and SR 60. Daytime and nighttime lane closures will occur on US 27 and SR 60 during construction.

•  Motorists should expect eastbound and westbound lane closures on SR 60 throughout the project limits while crews mill and pave final friction.
•  Motorists should expect intermittent lane closures on US 27 southbound and northbound while crews mill and pave friction course.

Please use caution in the area and watch for workers in the construction zone. Estimated completion is early 2025. 

SR 64 from Main Street to Spruce Street:  Construction project: Crews will resurface SR 64 from Main Street to Spruce Street, improve drainage and cross slope correction, construct sidewalks on both sides of SR 64 in various locations, and install guardrail, signing, and pavement markings.  During construction motorists should expect the possibility of daytime and nighttime lane closures on SR 64 from Main Street to Spruce Street. Please use caution in the area and watch for workers in the work zone.

• Eastbound and westbound SR 64 lane closures/flagging operations continue from Main Street to US 17 from April 15-19, 2024.
• Milling and paving operations which will entail longer closures and longer queues are expected.
•  Anticipated completion is mid-2024.

SR 710 from Interceptor Creek to North of SE 67th Way:  Construction project: Crews will resurface SR 710 from Interceptor Creek to north of SE 67th Way, replace guardrail and install signing and pavement markings. During construction there may be daytime and nighttime lane closures on SR 710.

• Motorists should expect intermittent daytime northbound and southbound lane closures on SR 710 near Mosquito Creek, while crews work on barrier wall.

Please use caution in the area and watch for workers in the work zones.  Anticipated completion is early 2024.

US 98 from East of CR 621 to the Okeechobee County Line:  Construction project: Crews will resurface US 98 from east of CR 621 to the Okeechobee County line, reconstruct US 98 in various areas, widen shoulders, replace guardrail, and install signing and pavement markings. During construction there may be daytime and nighttime lane closures and traffic will be reduced to one lane in various areas; temporary signals will be installed to guide motorists. Please use caution in the area and watch for workers in the work zones.

• Motorists should expect intermittent daytime lane closures between Kissimmee River Bridge and approx. 0.7 miles south of CR 621 to install temporary barrier wall, attenuator pads, and temporary striping
•  Temporary traffic signals will be utilized starting at 500 feet north of the Kissimmee River Bridge to 500 feet south of the bridge reducing bridge traffic to one lane. This will allow bridge and guardrail work from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through April 26, 2024. Traffic will stop at the designated stop bar and proceed as directed by the signal system.
• Please Note: Temporary traffic signals will be utilized per FDOT index 102-606, bringing the roadway down to one lane for bridge and guardrail work. Please be aware that the lane width will only be 11.5 feet wide, and motorists should use caution.

 Anticipated completion is summer 2024. 

US 27 from Palm Beach County Line to East of San Diego Street: Construction project: Crews will be resurfacing US 27 from the Palm Beach County line to east of San Diego Street, widening and paving road shoulders along medians, making drainage improvements and cross slope corrections, replacing guardrail, reconstructing ADA ramps to ensure compliance, and install signing and pavement markings.  During construction there will be lane closures on US 27 from the Palm Beach County line to east of San Diego Street. Please use caution in the area and watch for workers in the work zones.

• Motorists should expect rolling lane closures on April 14 and 15, 2024, for rumble strip installation.
• Motorists should expect rolling lane closures from April 17-20, 2024, for thermoplastic striping application.

SR 70 From Highlands County Line to SW 21st Avenue: Construction project: Crews will be working on radial widening, drainage, signage, temporary barrier wall, traffic markings, guardrail, roadway milling and resurfacing. There will be lane closures during construction on SR 70.

• Motorists should expect intermittent daytime eastbound and westbound lane closures while crews work on temporary widening, barrier wall installation, and guardrail.

SR 777 River Road from I-75 to US 41: Construction project: Motorists can expect final pond grading near Venice Avenue and just north of Rambler’s Rest RV Park on the northbound roadway. Embankment activities continue on the southbound roadway from US 41 to Stoney Creek Boulevard. Drainage structures, pipe, curb and gutter, and gravity wall installations will also continue throughout the project. Signal, ITS, and lighting work is also on-going throughout the project. Trucks will be crossing the road at various locations using intermittent flagging operations.

SR 70 from Peace River to Southeast Baker Street: Construction project: Crews will reconstruct approximately 3.4 miles of SR 70 within the City of Arcadia, add new drainage facilities, add new and relocate sanitary and watermain utilities, install new traffic signals, reconstruct sidewalks, and add street lighting in various locations. During construction there will be lane closure on SR 70. Temporary pedestrian pathways will be installed for pedestrians during construction while sidewalks are under construction and detours will be in place during construction, while crews work on side roads; please follow signage and use caution in these areas. 

•  Motorists should expect lane closures on westbound and eastbound SR 70 from Baker Street to the apex of eastbound and westbound SR 70.
• Robert Ave at eastbound SR 70 is closed. A detour is in place at Luther Avenue. Please follow detour signs and allow extra travel time.
•  Motorists should expect nighttime lane closures on SR 70 westbound of the Peace River and east of US 17, while crews work on utilities. 
• New traffic pattern: Northbound US 17 traffic will merge into one lane at SR 70 westbound.  All truck traffic travelling westbound on SR 70 wanting to go northbound on US 17 will be detoured to US 17 southbound, then to SR 70 eastbound and then to US 17 northbound. 

Estimated completion is summer 2026.

US 27 Sidewalks in Clewiston at Various Locations and from Royal Palm Avenue and Ponce De Leon Avenue: Construction project: Crews will be adding sidewalks along the north and south side of US 27, the east side of San Luiz Avenue, the west side of Berner Road, and on US 27 extending north along Ponce De Leon Avenue and Royal Palm Avenue to Balboa Plaza. Additional work includes drainage improvements and resurfacing the intersection between US 27 and Berner Road, side streets, and turnouts. During sidewalk construction, pedestrian detours will be in place; please follow signage. During construction there may be lane closures on Berner Road, San Luiz Avenue, Royal Palm Avenue, and Ponce DeLeon Avenue. Please use caution and watch for crews working in the work zone.

• Motorists should expect intermittent lane closures at the intersections of Royal Palm Avenue and Osceola Avenue, and San Luiz Avenue and Ventura Avenue.

US 27 from Fisheating Creek to the Highlands County line: Construction project: Crews will be milling and resurfacing US 27 form Fisheating Creek to the Highlands County line. Other improvements include widening, guardrail, and signing and pavement markings. The bridge over Fisheating Creek will be repaired/rehabilitated including pile jacketing and spall repairs. During construction daytime lane closures may occur on US 27.

• Motorists should expect daytime and nighttime intermittent lane closures on US 27 throughout the project limits until project completion.

 Please use caution in the construction zone and watch for workers in the work zone. Estimated completion is spring 2024.

SR 70 from Manatee County Line to CR 661: Construction project: Crews will resurface SR 70 from the Manatee County line to CR 661, widen turn lanes and road shoulders, regrade ditches and improve drainage, and perform full depth roadway reconstruction at various locations. During construction the speed limit has been reduced to 50 mph and there will be periodic lane closures on SR 70 from the Manatee County line to CR 661.

• Motorists should expect intermittent shoulder closures along SR 70 throughout the project.
• Motorists should expect lane closures on SR 70 from Manatee County line to County Road 661 throughout the project.

Please use caution in the area and watch for workers in the construction zone.  Estimated completion is summer 2024.

Road Watch Update:

Crews are constructing turn lanes, drainage upgrades, signalization upgrades and milling and resurfacing at the intersection of Colonial Boulevard and Fowler Street.  

Motorists should anticipate right turn lane closures onto westbound SR 884 (Colonial Boulevard) when traveling southbound on Fowler Street.

Motorists should anticipate right turn lane closures onto SR 884 (Colonial Boulevard) when traveling northbound on Fowler Street. These closures will stay in place throughout the duration of 2023.

Three lanes on SR 884 (Colonial Boulevard) headed eastbound will be reduced to two lanes when approaching Fowler Street.

Motorists should expect intermittent nighttime/overnight lane closures as crews work on signalization of the intersection.

The expected project completion is mid-2024.

Road Watch Update:

US 41 and Crystal Drive Intersection:

Construction project: Project consists of intersection improvements at US 41 and Crystal Drive.

Motorists should anticipate intermittent daytime right turn lane closures at the right turn lane at Crystal Drive headed northbound from Sunday, April 28 through Sunday, May 5.

The lanes will be closed for concrete sidewalk demo and re-installation as well as equipment/material staging during directional drilling operations.

Motorists should use caution while crews work near the roadway.

Road Watch Update:

US 41 from South of Hickory Drive to Emerson Square Boulevard: Construction project: Crews are resurfacing and widening the roadway along with reconstructing medians at Hickory Drive, San Carlos Boulevard, Shadow Creek Boulevard, and Harborage Drive.

Motorists should expect nighttime/overnight lane closures from Sunday, April 14 through Thursday, April 18, 2024.

The median opening on US 41 at Emerson Square Boulevard is closed for construction. 

The median opening on US 41 at San Carlos Boulevard is closed for construction.

The median opening on US 41 at Harborage Drive/Babcock Road is closed for construction.

The median opening on US 41 at Shadow Creek Boulevard is closed for construction.

Daytime activities will include signalization work at San Carlos Boulevard and miscellaneous shoulder closures for turn lane widening and driveway reconstruction throughout the project limits.

Road Watch Update:

FDOT crews will be providing roadway median improvements from Cypress Lake Drive to Edinburgh Drive to enhance safety for drivers when traveling on SR 867.

Motorists should expect intermittent nighttime/overnight lane closures throughout the duration of the project.

Please proceed with caution as crews work on the roadway.

Legacy Trail over Clark Road (SR 72) and Bee Ridge Road (SR 758) Construction Project: Crews have begun constructing two new pedestrian bridges and intersection improvements along the Legacy Trail in Sarasota County. Expect noise from construction equipment, large trucks, and back-up alarms.  Occasional nighttime shoulder and/or lane closures during construction to install beams will also be needed. Expected completion is winter 2024/2025. 

• Occasional flagging operations will be needed. 
• Use caution in the area as large construction vehicles enter/ exit the roadway. 

I-75 at US 301 Interchange (Exit 224): Construction project: Project will widen the I-75 from SR 64 to the Manatee River, reconfigure the I-75/US 301 interchange from a partial cloverleaf interchange to a tight diamond configuration, construct new bridges will be constructed over the Manatee River for a northbound exit ramp and a southbound entrance ramp, and US 301 improvements. This week, crews will work on I-75 widening, drainage and utility work on US 301, and pile driving and beam installing for the construction of the new bridges over the Manatee River and Salt Marsh Bridge.

• Motorists should expect single lane closures on I-75 northbound during nighttime/overnight hours from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. through the duration of the construction; double closures on I-75 southbound during the nighttime/overnight hours from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. through the duration of the construction.
• Motorists should expect double lane closures on I-75 northbound during nighttime/overnight hours from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. through the duration of the construction; double closures on I-75 southbound during the nighttime/overnight hours from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. through the duration of the construction.
• Motorists should expect lane closures on US 301 during nighttime/overnight hours from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. through the duration of the construction.
• Motorists should expect lane closures on Tidewater Preserve Boulevard through the duration of bridge construction.
• Motorists should expect lane shifts on I-75 and US 301 through the duration of the construction.
• Drivers should exercise caution and be aware of construction vehicles entering and exiting the interstate through the duration of the construction.

Variable message signs will be in place to alert drivers that work is underway.  Estimated completion is early 2025.