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454941-1 S.R. 544 (Havendale Boulevard) from S.R. 600 (U.S. 92) to 8th Street NW (U.S. 17)
Project Details
| Work Type: | Resurfacing |
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| Phase: | Design |
| Limits: | S.R. 600 (U.S. 92) to 8th Street NW (U.S. 17) |
| Length: | 3.16 miles |
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| Start of Current Phase: | Late 2025 |
| Letting: | 07/01/2027 |
About
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District One, is proposing improvements along State Road (S.R.) 544 (Havendale Boulevard) in Polk County. The purpose of the project is to extend the service life of the existing roadway and improve safety along the corridor. The project consists of repaving the roadway and modifying existing median openings from S.R. 600 (U.S. 92) in the City of Auburndale to 8th Street NW (U.S. 17) in the City of Winter Haven. FDOT is also proposing intersection improvements at Derby Avenue and 26th Street and upgrading connectivity between traffic signals. Additional improvements include updating intersection lighting, updating turn lanes where possible, and upgrading sidewalk connections and curb ramps to comply with current Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards.
Public Involvement
FDOT, District One, held a public meeting (in-person and online) on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, to present information and provide an opportunity for the public to offer feedback. While comments and questions about this project can be submitted at any time, the official public meeting comment period is now closed.
Public meeting materials are available for viewing on the Project Documents section below. The public meeting presentation is available for viewing in the Project Videos section below.