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Project Details
About
A Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) resurfacing project on US 98 from Bartow to Lakeland begins in early October 2025. This much needed project includes removing the old asphalt, replacing it with new asphalt, repaving the side street aprons and installing new signal sensors at the signalized intersections. Motorists can expect nighttime/overnight lane closures between 6:30 p.m. and 5:30 a.m.
This project goes with another project to install a new traffic signal on US 98 at Lyle Parkway (453810-1). The signal project also includes drainage improvements, widening the turn radius at the northwest and southeast corners, adding a raised concrete pedestrian pad on the northwest corner and adding intersection lighting with high visibility crosswalk striping and pedestrian signals.
Contact Information
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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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Lyle Parkway remains closed at U.S. 98 while City of Bartow crews relocate water lines. Motorists should follow the posted detour using Manor Drive, North Floral Avenue, Bearcreek Drive, and North Maple Drive.
There are no planned lane closures on U.S. 98 related to the resurfacing project.
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- Expect nighttime/overnight lane closures throughout the project (weather permitting) both north and southbound while crews are working on punch list items and paving, weather permitting. Use caution and be prepared to merge.
- Expect daytime lane closures north of I-4 while crews work on signals. Use caution and be prepared to merge.
