Project Description

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District One, is making improvements along San
Carlos Boulevard (State Road (S.R.) 865) from north of Crescent Street to north of Hurricane Pass
Bridge in Lee County. Improvements include modifying the Matanzas Pass Bridge to accommodate
a shared-use path, converting the existing southbound Bus/Bicycle-Only lane to a general use travel
lane, and converting the existing southbound right-turn-only lane approaching Main Street to a
general use travel lane that will continue across the Matanzas Pass Bridge. Additionally, San Carlos
Boulevard from Main Street to Hurricane Pass Bridge will be restriped to accommodate bicycle lanes
in each direction of travel. Signalization upgrades will be made with a new traffic signal constructed
at Main Street, and the alternating signal at Prescott Street/Buttonwood Drive will be adjusted to
operate as a conventional signal.
The purpose of the project is to provide additional travel options on a congested corridor, especially during the peak tourist season (January - April). The project will enhance mobility and safety for vehicular and non-vehicular transportation and increase accessibility and connections between community points of interest.

What to Expect

During construction, motorists should expect intermittent nighttime/overnight lane closures Monday through Friday. Motorists are asked to exercise caution and reduce their speed while driving through the work zone. The construction schedule may change due to weather or other unexpected conditions. 

FDOT is coordinating with Town of Fort Myers Beach, Lee County and LeeTran throughout the duration of the project. 

Public Meeting - February 27, 2018

Several alternatives were presented at a Public Meeting held February 27, 2018 at the Chapel by the Sea Presbyterian Church, 100 Chapel Street, Fort Myers Beach, Florida 33931. The design is proceeding consistent with recommended alternatives Beach Alternative 1 and Island Alternative 2 from the December 2018 Operational Analysis Report.

Public Hearing - February 3, 2022

FDOT held a public hearing for the San Carlos Boulevard (SR 865) PD&E project on February 3, 2022. Materials were also available for review and comment through this website from January 26, 2022.