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447428-1 U.S. 17 from north of Transport Road in Bartow to Avenue G SW in Winter Haven
Roadwatch UpdateProject Details
| Work Type: | Resurfacing |
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| Phase: | Construction |
| Limits: | from north of Transport Road in Bartow to Avenue G SW in Winter Haven |
| Length: | 4.8 miles |
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| Construction Cost: | $7.5 million |
| Start of Current Phase: | Early 2026 |
| Est. Completion of Current Phase: | Late 2026 |
About
This FDOT pavement-only project will enhance ride quality along U.S. 17, beginning just north of Transport Road in Bartow, continuing through Eagle Lake, and ending at Avenue G SW in Winter Haven. Work includes milling and resurfacing, along with minor sidewalk repairs to bring facilities into compliance with current ADA standards.
Rumble strips will also be installed along the roadway edge lines through Eagle Lake to improve safety by providing audible and tactile alerts for drivers who drift out of their lane.
Lane closures on U.S. 17 will be restricted to nighttime hours, from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., to minimize daytime impacts. Pedestrians should anticipate minor detours while sidewalk repairs are underway.
Contact Information
| Communications Team |
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Sandra Mancil
863-519-4116
Sandra.Mancil@dot.state.fl.us
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| For Media Inquiries Only |
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fdot-d1comm@dot.state.fl.us
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RoadWatch
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Work on this project begins Sunday night, January 11, 2026, with nighttime/overnight lane closures between Bartow and Eagle Lake. Use caution and be prepared to merge.