The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will begin a .20-mile roadway and safety improvement project on US41 (SR45) consisting of milling and resurfacing Roberts Bay Bridge in Sarasota County. Drivers can expect intermittent single- and double-lane closures during the project while milling and resurfacing, hydro demolition, repairs, signing and pavement markings are in progress.

Project Improvements:

• General bridge repairs
• Milling and resurfacing
• Hydro demolition of old concrete
• Installation of new concrete
• Installation of new expansion joints
• Signing and pavement markings

Project Schedule:

• Construction starts early October 2022
• Expected completion is winter 2022-23
• Lane closures are anticipated. Use caution in the area.
• Expect noise from back-up alarms, trucks, and construction equipment.

For more information, contact:

Barbara Catlin, Community Outreach Manager
Cell/Text (941) 302-5048
barbara.catlin@dot.state.fl.us

Adam Rose, Communications Specialist
(863)519-2743
Adam.Rose@dot.state.fl.us