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449656-1 US 441 and 28th Street
Roadwatch UpdateProject Details
| Work Type: | Safety Project |
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| Phase: | Construction |
| Length: | 0.04 miles |
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| Road: | |
| Construction Cost: | $1 million |
| Start of Current Phase: | Mid 2025 |
| Est. Completion of Current Phase: | Late 2025 |
About
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will begin a safety improvement project in July 2025 at the intersection of US 441 and SE 28th Street in Okeechobee County. Covering approximately 0.04 miles, the $900,000 project includes milling and resurfacing, installation of curb and gutter, sidewalk construction and widening, upgraded lighting, traffic signal enhancements, new signage, pavement markings, and traffic loop assemblies.
Public Involvement
Aika Ranieri
Community Outreach Specialist
Florida Department of Transportation
Heartland Operations Center
PH: 863-471-4881 / 863-464-0743
Ai.Ranieri@dot.state.fl.us
OR
Nancy Morgan
Interim Community Outreach Manager
Heartland Operations
941.720.6335
nancy.morgan@dot.state.fl.us
Contact Information
| Communications Team |
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Aika Ranieri
(863) 464-0743
ai.ranieri@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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SR 15/US 441 at SE 28th Street: Construction project: Crews will be performing curb ramp replacements and installing sidewalk and curb and gutter.
- Turning lane closures will take place along US 441 at SE 28th St during daytime.
- Motorists should be aware of changing traffic patterns, heavy equipment, and workers present in the construction zone. Use caution when traveling through the area and obey posted signage and flagging operations.
Estimated remaining duration of activities is 2- 3 weeks.