LEE COUNTY, Fla. – To our valued community, we are pleased to share regular updates on the ongoing construction of S.R. 739 from north of the Caloosahatchee River to S.R. 78. We are committed to delivering these safety improvements as quickly as possible while ensuring quality and safety remain top priorities.

Reminder

Last month, the early reopening of the double right-turn lanes (eastbound Pondella Road to southbound Business 41) was achieved through strategic resequencing of the work. Only activities requiring a permanent double-lane closure were completed during this phase.

While additional work remains (that was originally planned during this detour), moving forward, lane construction activities will be performed using temporary single-lane closures with barrels that are in place only during active work hours and removed at the end of each shift. This means motorists will be able to make the right turn from eastbound Pondella Road to Business 41 southbound (which was unavailable during the double lane closure).

Recent Work

Crews have completed pouring the foundation for the upgraded traffic signal and have begun mast arm installation in preparation for the new Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons (PHBs). New street sign installation has also commenced. Additionally, work progressed along northbound and southbound Business 41 to install new and upgraded roadway lighting and associated conduit. Crews also completed sidewalk replacement work at multiple locations along the corridor.

Upcoming Work

Crews will continue their installation of the new mast arms in preparation for the new Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons (PHBs), as well as continue new street sign installation along the corridor. Additional work on roadway lighting with associated conduit and sidewalk work will also continue.

Estimated completion of the project has been adjusted due to project resequencing in response to addressing community concerns. Estimated completion is early 2026.

We thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to finish this roadway improvement project. Stay tuned for future updates as we make progress on this critical project.

Sign Up for Updates

To sign up for updates and access the weekly Road Watch, please visit the project website at 446293-1 SR 739 from north of the Caloosahatchee River to SR 78 (Bayshore Road).

For real-time traffic updates, visit FL511.com.

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