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453401-1 S.R. 29 from Oklahoma Avenue to Park Avenue
Roadwatch UpdateProject Details
About
Drainage improvements, ditch reconstruction, pavement reconstruction and other incidental construction will take place on State Road (S.R.) 29 from Oklahoma Avenue to Park Avenue. Construction is scheduled to begin in December 2025. The project limits cover approximately 0.520 miles (noting an original work length of 0.260 miles), and the estimated cost is $733,320.40. Road closures, lane closures and changing traffic patterns may occur throughout construction.
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, Community Outreach Manager
(941) 720-6335
Nancy.morgan@dot.state.fl.us
Contact Information
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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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S.R. 29 from Oklahoma Avenue to Park Avenue: Construction project: Crews are performing drainage improvements, ditch reconstruction, pavement reconstruction, and other incidental construction activities along State Road 29 from Oklahoma Avenue to Park Avenue.
- Phase 1: North Lee Street will be closed between Washington Avenue and Fort Thompson Avenue, beginning Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, at 7 a.m. The closure is expected to remain in place for approximately three weeks.
- Detour: Traffic will be routed along Washington Avenue, State Road 29 (Bridge Street), and Fort Thompson Avenue.
- Motorists should expect delays, follow posted detour signs, and use caution while traveling through the area.
- Drivers are urged to watch for workers, equipment, and changing traffic patterns in the construction zone.
Estimated completion is the spring of 2026.
