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449121-1 SR 70 from Lakewood Ranch Blvd to East of Lorraine Road
Project Details
| Work Type: | Resurfacing |
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| Phase: | Construction |
| Limits: | SR 70 from Lakewood Ranch Blvd to East of Lorraine Road |
| Length: | 1.85 miles |
| Construction Cost: | $4.5 million |
| Start of Current Phase: | Late 2024 |
About
The Florida Department of Transportation will commence milling, resurfacing, and pavement improvements on State Road 70 (SR 70) from east of Lakewood Ranch Boulevard to west of Lorraine Road in Manatee County on December 10, 2024. The project limits cover approximately 1.8 miles. In addition to resurfacing, crews will install new pavement markings. The estimated project cost is $4.4 million.
Public Involvement
FAQs
Project Improvements
- Milling and resurfacing
- Pavement markings
Project Schedule
- Construction begins December 10, 2024; estimated completion is mid-2025
- Motorists can expect lane closures from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
- Be aware of changing traffic patterns, heavy equipment and workers during construction
Contact Information
| For Media Inquiries Only |
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fdot-d1comm@dot.state.fl.us
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RoadWatch
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SR 70 from East of Lakewood Ranch Boulevard to West of Lorraine Road: Construction project: Motorists can expect intermittent lane closures and flagging operations from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. as crews begin milling and resurfacing. Motorists should use caution in the area and consider alternate routes or add additional overnight travel time.
- Motorists can expect lane closures on the eastbound lane of SR 70, January 5 through January 7, 2025.
- Motorists can expect lane closures on the westbound lanes of SR 70, January 8 -9, 2025.
The estimated completion date is mid-2025.