WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – The eastbound lanes of S.R. 540 (Cypress Gardens Boulevard), west of U.S. 27, are currently CLOSED due to a roadway depression affecting both lanes.

Maintenance crews are enroute to assess the situation, determine the cause, and begin necessary repairs to safely reopen the roadway.

Motorists are strongly urged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes until further notice.

Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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The Florida Department of Transportation’s mission is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.