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 two Braden River crossing locations, new drainage system, construction of 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 work to spread, mix, and grade the roadway subgrade and base material from Uihlein Road to the eastern limits of the project. Light pole bases and underground conduit will be installed east of Uihlein Road. Bourneside Boulevard continues to be closed, with reconstruction of the roadway with lighting and drainage improvements. Drainage work will continue on SR 70 between Greenbrook Boulevard and Lorraine Road.

All work will be off the roadway with no planned long-term lane closures. However, it is expected that eastbound traffic will be interrupted for short periods of time throughout the day with flaggers as equipment cross from east to west at the bridge locations. Please use caution and watch for trucks and construction vehicles entering or exiting the work zone throughout the construction limits. 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.

Bourneside Boulevard is closed to construct the south portion of the Bourneside Boulevard roundabout. During this time, no traffic will be permitted on Bourneside Boulevard between The Masters Avenue and SR 70 in either direction while the existing roadway will be under construction. Motorists should use caution in the area and follow the provided detour route provided by way of The Masters Avenue to Lorraine Road. The closure will be in place until mid-February 2025.

SR 70 from Bourneside Boulevard to Waterbury Road, Bradenton: Construction project: This project includes widening SR 70 from Bourneside Boulevard to Waterbury Road from a two-lane undivided roadway to a four-lane divided roadway, Safety features will include roundabouts to be constructed at 197th Street East/Lindrick Lane, 213th Street East, 225th Street East/Panther Ridge Trail and County Road 675/Waterbury Road. The project will also include the installation of a new drainage system, new curb and gutter, construction of 10-foot shared-use paths and 5-foot paved shoulders on both sides of the roadway, street lighting throughout the project and landscaping inside the roundabouts.

The contractor will be working on clearing existing trees and vegetation from the roadway to the right of way along SR 70 from Lindrick Lane and Waterbury Road on the south side of SR 70. Crews will install perimeter erosion control devices throughout the project and continue rough grading for the future shared use path on the south side of SR 70; this work will be off the roadway along the project limits. However, it is expected that traffic will be interrupted for short periods of time throughout the day with flaggers as trucks cross SR 70 for hauling of roadway fill material. Please use caution and watch for trucks and construction vehicles entering or exiting the work zone throughout the construction limits.  Work will occur Sunday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please use caution and be aware of workers and flaggers in the area.

Notice: The Contractor will have permitted prescribed burns of cleared vegetation and trees along SR 70 on the south side of the roadway. This burning has been coordinated with local Florida Forest Service and will only occur during allowed daytime.

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 early 2025.

This week, crews will work on asphalt paving and miscellaneous construction activities. Motorists should expect daytime lane closures from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and nighttime lane closures from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. Motorists should use caution when making U-turns and be aware of workers in the area. Please use caution and watch for workers and flaggers, and construction vehicles entering or exiting the work zone throughout the construction limits.

Week of Sunday, January 19 through Saturday, January 25, 2025:

Paving that was originally scheduled to occur this week is being postponed due to nighttime/overnight temperatures that are too cold for paving. 

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. 

The following activities are subject to change based on weather conditions and unforeseen underground conditions. 

• Motorists should expect intermittent lane closures for southbound CR 951/Collier Boulevard during nighttime/overnight hours for crews to move equipment and deliver materials. 

• Motorists should expect both northbound and southbound CR 951/Collier Boulevard travel lanes to shift from Business Circle South to I-75 to create work zones for crews to construct the elevated roadway. 

• Motorists should expect the outside right turn lane from southbound SR 951 to westbound SR 84/Davis Boulevard closed.  Drivers can continue 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.  

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. 

SR 777 River Road from I-75 to US 41: Construction project: Embankment activities continue on the southbound roadway from West Villages Parkway to US 41. Drainage installations and sod placement will continue throughout the project. Signal, ITS, and lighting work is ongoing. Trucks will be crossing the road at various locations using intermittent flagging operations.

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.  

 
The following work activities above are scheduled to occur, however unforeseen underground conditions and weather may affect this schedule. 

West of the Toll Plaza: 

• During the nighttime/overnight hours of 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., motorists should expect one lane of travel with a flagging operation for the contractor to complete final paving of the roadway.  This work is anticipated to be complete by the end of January. 

• Motorists should expect intermittent flagging during daytime hours throughout the causeway for various work activities.   

• Motorists should expect traffic to be intermittently stopped at the staging area entrance as equipment crosses the road with materials for work on the south side of McGregor Boulevard and on the south side of the toll plaza. 

• Lee County is installing a post & rope system to temporarily delineate pedestrian traffic on the causeway islands during the upcoming recreational facility reconstruction.  THE CAUSEWAY ISLANDS PARK REMAINS CLOSED TO PUBLIC ACCESS. 

• Motorists are urged to use caution and obey the 20 MPH speed limit. Construction vehicles and equipment continue to enter/exit the travel lanes throughout the project. 

• Crews continue work on the off-island U-turn under Span A.  

East of the Toll Plaza: 

• Motorists should expect eastbound and westbound lane closures on McGregor Boulevard from the toll plaza to Shell Point Boulevard for multiple work activities. The contractor expects to maintain at least one lane in each direction. 

• Crews are currently restoring the median between Port Comfort Road and Punta Rassa Road.   This work requires a westbound lane closure. 

• Crews will be restoring guardrail and the asphalt shoulder along eastbound McGregor Boulevard.  This work requires the outside lane to be closed to allow crews to work safety on the south side of the roadway.  The contractor expects to close this lane later this month.    

• The shoulder on McGregor Boulevard remains FULLY CLOSED TO ACCESS from the toll plaza to approximately ¾ miles east. The contractor is scheduled to stabilize the shoulder in March 2025.    

• Motorists can continue to expect intermittent daytime flagging on McGregor Boulevard, both eastbound and westbound from Shell Point Boulevard to Punta Rassa Road for crews to move equipment and materials. 

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.   

US 41 Business (9th Street West) from 6th Avenue to Manatee Avenue; Construction project: The improvements consist of milling and resurfacing, drainage upgrades, modified left turn lanes, signalization, lighting, and signing and pavement markings. Single-lane closures will occur throughout the project through completion.

• Please be alert for intermittent lane closures overnight as the contractor performs drainage improvements, signal, lighting, and resurfacing operations.
• Project completion is expected mid-2025.

Pine Island Road Causeway and Bridge Permanent Repairs:  

• Phase 1 of construction on Little Pine Island Bridge has begun. The bridge is reduced to one lane as part of the Phase 1 construction plan. The bridge will remain one lane through the duration of Phase 1. Temporary signals are placed on both ends of the bridge and variable message signs are in place to alert drivers. 
• The Little Pine Island Bridge has been reduced to a single lane width of twelve feet through the duration of Phase 1. 
• Motorists are reminded not to block driveways or entrances and to follow all posted signage throughout the construction zone.
• Since the start of construction with the Little Pine Island Bridge, boaters are asked to be aware of construction equipment and erosion control measures that are in place. 
• 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. 
• Please use caution and watch for workers and construction vehicles entering and exiting the roadway. 
• 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. 

CR 664 from East of Pool Road to North of Palm Drive: Construction Project: Crews have begun work on CR 664 from east of Pool Road to North Palm Drive to remove and replace Bridge No. 060034 over Little Payne Creek.

• Expect a full road closure on CR 664 between East of Pool Road and North Palm Drive starting in January 2025, lasting approximately 250 days.
• A detour route is in place to guide motorists safely around the construction zone. Access will be maintained for local traffic only

           Completion is expected in late 2025

State Road 25 (US 27) from Shoreline Drive to Davis and Gaines Road and State Road 25 (US 27) from North of Tower Street to South of Tower Street: Construction project: Crews began work on November 20, 2024, to reconstruct rigid pavement on State Road 25 (US 27) from north of Tower Street to south of Tower Street. Additionally, milling and resurfacing were completed on US 27 from Shoreline Drive to Davis and Gaines Road.

• Crews will switch traffic to the northbound side of the intersection for phase two. Motorists should expect daytime and nighttime lane closures on the northbound and southbound lanes of State Road 25 (US 27).
• Expect a temporary nighttime driveway closure at Wawa and Marathon from January 12-14, 2025
• Motorists should use caution in the area and watch for workers and equipment in the construction zone.

            Anticipated completion fall 2026. 

SR 64 from 10th Street East to Braden River: Construction project: Crews are working on milling and resurfacing, adding drainage improvements, replacing guardrails, new pedestrian signals, temporary and permanent electrical improvements, pavement reconstruction, sidewalks and curb and ramp reconstruction, signing and pavement markings, signalization, and lighting.

• Pedestrians can expect detours throughout the project and are encouraged to use caution.
• Motorists can expect lane closures overnight, starting after 7:30 p.m. for milling and resurfacing.
• Project completion is anticipated mid-2025, weather permitting.

SR 64 from West of Prescott Road to Morgan Grice Road: Construction project: Crews will resurface SR 64 from west of Prescott Road to Morgan Grice Road. Improvements will include milling, resurfacing and safety improvements. Please use caution in this area and watch out for workers and equipment throughout the project.

• Crews will begin paving on January 2, 2025, continuing through February 2025.
• Motorists should expect lane closures and flagging operations on westbound and eastbound SR 64. Please use caution in the area and remain alert for workers and equipment in the work zones.
• Motorists can expect daytime lane closures to continue until completion in early 2025.

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

• Crews will begin grading, sodding and striping operations starting January to February 2025. Crews and equipment will be on-site daily from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please follow posted signs, be aware of possible delays, allow for additional travel time, or consider alternate routes. Flaggers will be present to guide traffic safely through the work zone.

• Motorists should expect intermittent eastbound and westbound lane closures while crews complete the paving and associated construction tasks.

 Anticipated completion is early 2025.

US 98 (SR 15/US441/Parrott Avenue) from SW 3rd Street to SW 5th Street Construction project: Crews have begun work on State Road 15/US 441 at SW 4th Street.

• Motorists should expect lane closures on SW 4th Street at its intersection with Parrott Avenue, including the southbound outside lane of Parrott Avenue and the northbound left-turn lane at Parrott Avenue and SW 4th Street.
• Motorists should use caution in the area and remain alert for workers and equipment in the construction zone

US 98 (SR 15/US441/Parrott Avenue) from SW 2nd Street to SE 5th Street Construction project: Crews will begin work on State Road 15/US 441 at SW 4th Street starting January 6, 2025.

• Crews will perform construction activities, including lane closures of the northbound and southbound lanes of US 441 between SE 2nd Street and SE 5th Street.
• Motorists should use caution in the area and remain alert for workers and equipment in the construction zone.

          Expected completion is approximately 17 days.

   Anticipated completion early 2025.

US 27 (SR 25) at SR 78 Intersection: Construction project: Crews will be reconstructing the intersection with concrete pavement. Other improvements include milling, resurfacing, drainage, guardrail, signing and pavement markings.  Please use caution in the area and watch for workers, traffic signage, detours and equipment throughout the project.

• US 27 between St Joseph Way Road and Little H Street will have two (2) westbound lanes closed and detoured to the eastbound lane and one (1) eastbound inside lane closed to accommodate westbound traffic, as needed, continuing around the clock until Feb. 25, 2025, for road reconstruction.

Project completion is expected mid-2025.

SR 66 from US 17 (SR 35) to Charlie Creek: Construction project: Crews will mill and resurface SR 66 from US 17 to Charlie Creek. Improvements will include milling and resurfacing, and motorists can expect a detour at Merle Langford Road when the westbound lane of SR 66 is closed for construction. Eastbound SR 66 will remain open throughout. Other improvements consist of sidewalk construction, drainage structures, guardrails, curb and gutter, new pavement markings and other safety improvements. Please use caution in the area and watch for workers, traffic signage, detours and equipment throughout the project.

• Expect lane closures and flagging operations on westbound and eastbound State Route 66 between Schoolhouse Road to Sweetwater Road from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., January to February 2025. Multiple closures may occur on opposite ends of the project during the same day.
• Milling and resurfacing is ongoing, and motorists should expect longer delays in the queues and may want to consider using alternate routes.

Completion is expected in early 2026.

State Road 25 (US 27) from Shoreline Drive to Davis and Gaines Road and State Road 25 (US 27) from North of Tower Street to South of Tower Street: Construction project: Crews began work on November 20, 2024, to reconstruct rigid pavement on State Road 25 (US 27) from north of Tower Street to south of Tower Street. Additionally, milling and resurfacing were completed on US 27 from Shoreline Drive to Davis and Gaines Road.

• Crews will perform demolition, tree removal, and curb removal to prepare the area for the next phase. Temporary asphalt will be installed in the median to allow for future lane shifts. Nightly lane closures will take place between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. on the northbound and southbound inside lanes of State Road 25 (US 27) at the intersection of Dal Hall Boulevard and Tower Road.
• Intermittent lane closures may occur outside the restricted areas of the signalized intersections on State Road 25 (US 27).
• Motorists should use caution in the area and watch for workers and equipment in the construction zone.

            Anticipated completion mid-2026. 

US 98 (SR 700) from NW 80th Avenue to NW 160th Street: Construction    Project: Crews will be working on a construction project along US 98 (SR 700) between NW 80th Avenue and approximately half a mile north of NW 160th Street. The project includes milling, paving, sodding, and striping to improve road quality and safety in the area. Daytime lane closures will occur, and traffic may be reduced to one lane at a time. Please use caution in the area and watch for workers in the work zones.

• Crews will begin grading, sodding and striping operations starting January to February 2025. Crews and equipment will be on-site daily from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Please follow posted signs, be aware of possible delays, allow for additional travel time, or consider alternate routes. Flaggers will be present to guide traffic safely through the work zone.

• Motorists should expect intermittent eastbound and westbound lane closures while crews complete the paving and associated construction tasks.

Anticipated completion is early 2025.

SR 70 From East of US 441 to Northeast 17th Avenue: Construction project: Crews will be working on milling and resurfacing, base work, drainage improvements, curb and gutter, guardrails, traffic signals, signage, pavement markings, lighting and other incidental construction.

• Motorists should expect intermittent daytime and nighttime lane closures to take place both eastbound and westbound on SR 70 between NE 17th Avenue and NE 4th Avenue for curb/sidewalk removal and pour back. Lane closures will take place in the outside travel lanes.

   Anticipated completion is early 2025.

SR 66 from West of Sweetwater Road to Highlands County Line: Construction Project: Crews will begin work on SR 66 from West of Sweetwater Road to Highlands County Line. Improvements include resurfacing, pavement markings, and safety enhancements.

• Expect lane closure and flagging operations on westbound and eastbound State Route 66 between west of Sweetwater Road to Highlands County Line from 3 a.m. to 5 p.m., from January to February 2025. Multiple closures may occur on opposite ends of the projects during the same day.
• Motorists should use caution in the area and watch for workers and equipment in the construction zone.

 Completion is expected in summer of 2025

US 301 from 25th Court East to 13th Avenue East: Construction project: Crews have begun a 7.6-mile improvement project consisting of milling and resurfacing the roadway, widening in areas, base work, curb and gutter, sidewalk, guardrail, drainage improvements, bridge expansion joints, signalization, signing, and pavement marking. 

• Motorists can expect nighttime shoulder and lane closures along US 301 for shoulder construction at the intersections between 25th Court East and 53rd Avenue East.
• Motorists can expect nighttime shoulder and lane closures along US 301 for outside shoulder resurfacing between 9th Street West and 63rd Avenue East. 
• Motorists can expect nighttime lane closures throughout the project with daytime lane closures on Saturday, January 18, 2025.
• Motorists can expect additional roadwork at the rail crossing where US 301 and US 41 merge starting on Sunday, January 11, and continuing for approximately three weeks.
• The project’s expected completion is early 2025.

SR 64 at Lorraine Road South and 145th Street North: Construction: Crews have begun work on the conversion of the traffic signal to a free-flowing roundabout.

• The 145th Street entrance at SR 64  has been reopened to motorists.
•  Motorists can access the 7-Eleven and the Express Oil Change can use the business entrances west of 145th Street.
• The traffic signal at Lorraine Road will remain deactivated.

SR 62 from East of SR 37 to the Hardee County Line: Construction project: Crews will begin working on a 3.8-mile improvement project consisting of milling and resurfacing and pavement markings.

• Motorists can expect single-lane closures during the day throughout construction.
• Motorists can expect construction equipment and workers to be present during constriction.
• Estimated completion is mid-2025.

SR 64 from 43rd Street West to 15th Street East and from 10th Street West to 10th Street East: Construction project: Construction is near completion for the 1.7-mile resurfacing project through the City of Bradenton.

• Overnight paving: will continue as needed.

SR 64 from 10th Street East to Braden River: Construction project: Crews will begin working on January 6, 2025, milling and resurfacing, adding drainage improvements, replacing guardrails, new pedestrian signals, temporary and permanent electrical improvements, pavement reconstruction, sidewalks and curb and ramp reconstruction, signing and pavement markings, signalization, and lighting.

• Pedestrians can expect detours throughout the project and are encouraged to use caution.
• Motorists can expect lane closures overnight, starting after 7:30 p.m. for milling and resurfacing.
• Project completion is anticipated mid-2025, weather permitting.

SR 572 from Airport Road to Pipkin Creek Road and SR 572 Roundabout at Waring Road: Construction project: Project improvements include resurfacing and lane widening on SR 572 and a new roundabout at Waring Road. This week, crews will work on utilities, drainage, and roadway grading.

• On Sunday, October 20th, crews closed Waring Road from the SR 572/Drane Field Road intersection to immediately south of Drane Field Road. The closure will be in place until February 2025. Motorists are advised to follow the posted detour or identify alternative routes.
• Motorists should expect lane closures through the duration of the construction.
  • Resurfacing project – expect lane closures during the nighttime/overnight hours from 7 pm to 6 am
  • Roundabout – expect lane closures during the nighttime/overnight hours from 7 pm to 7 am and from 9 am to 4 pm
• Motorists should expect lane shifts through the duration of the construction.
• Drivers should exercise caution and be aware of construction vehicles entering and exiting the roadway through the duration of the construction.

Variable message signs will be in place to alert drivers that work is underway. Estimated completion is Spring 2026.

SR 80 from Buckingham Road to Hendry County Line: Construction project: Crews will be milling and resurfacing 9.5 miles of roadway, shoulder widening, turnout construction, guardrail, drainage, signing and pavement markings and installing intelligent transportation systems. 

• Motorists should continue to expect intermittent daytime and nighttime/overnight lane closures

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 intermittent lane closures and flagging operations from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.

The estimated completion date is mid-2025.

SR 64 from East of Manatee River to Bill Parrish Road: Construction: Crews are making drainage improvements and replacing ditch pavement, shoulder gutter, guardrail, along with signing and pavement markings. Please be alert for lane closures and/ or flagging operations.

SR 72 Stickney Point Bridge: Bridge Maintenance: This bridge is currently undergoing an improvement project that will extend the bridge's service life and operational reliability, mitigating the effects of the harsh coastal environment, severe weather, and wear from the volume of vehicle and marine traffic.

• The project is prioritized to be completed as soon as possible with crews working 6-day weeks.  Because additional technical and structural work is needed, completion is now expected in early March 2025.
• Bridge diversions are not scheduled this week.
• Bridge openings for functional testing continue in conjunction with normal openings.
• Single-lane closures will continue for the duration of the project.

US 301 from 12th Street to Dr. Martin Luther King Way: Construction: Crews will begin intersection improvements along US 301 in Sarasota County. The project was requested by the Traffic Safety Department to improve safety and enhance traffic flow along the corridor. Improvements include adding signal heads, additional signage, and special emphasis crosswalks. Additional improvements include a proposed restricted crossing U-turn (RCUT) at the 21st Street intersection adding a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB) on mast-arm assemblies.

• There will be a permanent merge lane closure at 12th Street turning right onto US 301 south.
• Turn lanes for the median crossover at 21st Street are closed until construction is completed both northbound and southbound.
• Travel times will be monitored. Motorists may wish to add additional travel time or choose an alternate route.
• The intersection improvement project will go through late spring 2025.

SR 739 (Metro Parkway) from north of the Caloosahatchee River to SR 78 (Bayshore Road): Construction Project: The Contractor will begin setting up the closure on Monday, January 13, 2025, and the closure will continue for at least the next five weeks.

• Motorists should expect full-time lane closures on the middle double left turn lane on SR 739 from north of the Caloosahatchee River to SR 78.
• Motorists should expect the inside lanes to be closed on both northbound and southbound SR 739 from north of the Caloosahatchee River to SR 78.

Motorists should use caution as crews work near the roadway. 

SR 72 Clark Road and the Legacy Trail: Construction Project: Crews are constructing two new pedestrian bridges and intersection improvements along the Legacy Trail in Sarasota County.

• No current lane closures.
• Motorists can expect overnight detours to start in March on Clark Road to accommodate the installation of the structural beam, and overhead work.
• Tentative bridge completion is May 2025, with final project completion in June 2025.

SR 758 Bee Ridge Road at the Legacy Trail: Construction project: Crews are constructing two new pedestrian bridges and intersection improvements along the Legacy Trail in Sarasota County.

• No current lane closures.
• Additional overnight work is possible through the completion of the bridge over Bee Ridge Road.
• Tentative bridge completion is March 2025, with final project completion in June 2025.

SR 78 (Bayshore Road) from Evalena Lane to New Post Road: Construction Project:

This project consists of access management improvements along S.R. 78 with the intent of enhancing traffic flow and reducing crashes.

• Motorists should anticipate intermittent nighttime/overnight lane closures and should follow the posted regulatory signs.
• Motorists should use caution as crews work on and near the roadway.

This project is estimated to start construction in January 2025.

SR 82 from the Hendry County Line to Gator Slough Lane: Construction Project:

Motorists should expect intermittent southbound and northbound lane closures during the daytime and nighttime/overnight hours throughout the duration of the project.

• Work consists of bridge construction, adding lanes and reconstruction, milling and resurfacing, drainage, grass median, sidewalk, guardrail, shared-use path, signalization, lighting, and signing and pavement markings.
• Crews will be performing roadway widening including clearing & grubbing, excavations, and embankment construction on westbound and eastbound of the roadway.
• Motorists should use caution and be aware of construction vehicles entering and exiting the roadway throughout the duration of the project.

Motorists should use caution as crews work on the roadway. The expected project completion date is late fall of 2026.

US 41 (Tamiami Trail) from William Street to Peace River Bridge: Construction Project: The contractor continues work on the proposed roundabout location while traffic is shifted.

• Motorists should expect daytime and nighttime lane closures on US 41 northbound from William Street to Carmalita Street between 8 p.m. and 7 a.m.

• Motorists should expect a daytime and nighttime lane closure on US 41 southbound from West Virginia Avenue to William Street between 8 p.m. and 7 a.m.

• Motorists should expect a road closure from Carmelita Street onto US 41 northbound.

  • Phase 3 Detour - Cross Street will be closed for the duration of Phase Three construction. Motorists attempting to access Carmalita Street from Cross Street will have to use the posted detour. They will turn left on West Charlotte Avenue, then right on Taylor Street, and continue until they reach Carmalita Street.

  • Phase 3A Traffic Shift – Traffic is shifted near the proposed roundabout along US 41 northbound and will be reduced to ONE lane. This traffic shift is expected until Tuesday, January 21, 2025, when two lanes of traffic will be restored.

SR 35 (US 17) from Tamiami Trail (US 41) to Bermont Road: Construction project: The contractor continues milling and paving operations between Nesbit Street and I-75.

• Motorists should expect daytime shoulder closures on eastbound and westbound SR 35 (US 17) after 9 a.m.
• Motorists should expect nighttime/overnight lane closures on eastbound and westbound SR 35 (US 17) between 7 p.m. and 9 a.m.

SR 884 (Colonial Boulevard) and Fowler Street: Construction project: Crews are constructing turn lanes, drainage upgrades, signalization upgrades and milling and resurfacing at the intersection of Colonial Boulevard and Fowler Street.

• Project is in “final configuration’ and motorists should use caution and follow posted signage… “No Turn on Red” 

• Crews will be working adjacent to the roadway to complete sidewalk and final grading operations.

•  Motorists should continue to expect intermittent nighttime/overnight lane closures.

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 paving; drainage, utility, and median work on US 301; and, decking on the new bridges over the Manatee River.

• On Thursday, January 9 at 11 p.m., to Friday, January 10 at 5 a.m., crews will close the US 301 on-ramp to I-75 northbound. Motorists should follow the posted detours; or identify alternative routes.
• On Thursday, January 9 at 11 p.m., to Friday, January 10 at 5 a.m., crews will close the I-75 southbound off-ramp to US 301. Motorists should follow the posted detours; or identify alternative routes.
• 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 late 2025.