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Project Details
Work Type: Resurfacing
Phase: Construction
Limits: north of Virginia Street in Mulberry to south of Schoolhouse Road in Lakeland
Length: 4.2 miles
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Construction Cost: $5.8 million
Start of Current Phase: Early 2026
Est. Completion of Current Phase: Early 2026
About

This FDOT project will improve the ride quality of S.R. 37 (North Church Avenue in Mulberry / South Florida Avenue in Lakeland) by milling the top layer of existing asphalt and repaving the roadway and side street entrances. Rumble strips will also be installed along the edge lines to improve safety by providing audible and tactile warnings if drivers drift out of their lane.

The speed limit will remain the same during construction. Lane closures will occur only at night and overnight hours. Drivers should use caution and be prepared to merge. Work is scheduled primarily Sunday through Thursday nights, with weekend work as needed.

 

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Contact Information
Communications Team
Sandra Mancil
863-519-4116
Sandra.Mancil@dot.state.fl.us
For Media Inquiries Only
fdot-d1comm@dot.state.fl.us
RoadWatch
  • Crews are scheduled to begin paving at night/overnight on Sunday, January 4, 2026. Nightly paving with lane closures should be expected Sunday through Thursday nights. Use caution and be prepared to merge.