I-75 at Pine Ridge Road (exit 107) Interchange Improvements: FDOT is reconstructing the I-75 at Pine Ridge Road interchange. The interchange improvements include reconstruction of the Pine Ridge Road Interchange converting to a Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) design, reconstruction of the interchange on and off ramps, construction of pedestrian and bicycle accommodations through the interchange, installation of new signals at the ramps, and resurfacing of Pine Ridge Road through the project area. 

The following activities are subject to change based on weather conditions and unforeseen underground conditions. 

• During the nighttime/overnight hours of 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., motorists should anticipate lane closures on Pine Ridge Road. Please use extra caution when driving through this area and expect delays.    

• Please note that the westbound lanes of Pine Ridge Road have shifted one lane to the north, back to their original position, and the eastbound lanes of Pine Ridge Road, west of I-75, have shifted one lane to the south. Traffic on the southbound off-ramp has shifted one lane to the east.  

• Crews will be working on drainage installation, roadway work, pond excavation and underground utilities.  

• Crews will be working on clearing and grubbing and installing erosion control throughout the project area.  

Please use caution and watch for workers and construction vehicles entering and leaving the roadway. The expected completion date is mid-2027. For more information please visit: https://www.swflroads.com/project/445296-1.  

I-75 at Daniels Parkway (exit 131) Interchange Improvements: FDOT is reconstructing the I-75 at Daniels Parkway interchange. The interchange improvements include reconstruction of the Daniels Parkway Interchange (Exit 131) converting it to a Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) design, reconstruction of the I-75 ramps, construction of pedestrian and bicycle accommodations through the interchange, installation of new signals at the ramps, and resurfacing of Daniels Parkway through the project area. 

The following activities are subject to change based on weather conditions and unforeseen underground conditions. 

• Crews will be working on earthwork and erosion control.  

• Motorists should expect trucks and equipment to be moving materials throughout the project.   

Please use caution and watch for workers and construction vehicles entering and leaving the roadway. The expected completion date is summer 2028. For more information please visit: https://www.swflroads.com/project/446296-2.  

S.R. 29 and S.R. 90 (U.S. 41) Resurfacing and Road Improvements: FDOT is resurfacing S.R. 29 from north of Wagon Wheel Road to south of I-75, and S.R. 90 (U.S. 41) from south of Southwest Boulevard to north of Thomasson Drive in Collier County. Improvements to both S.R. 29 and U.S. 41 include milling and resurfacing, shoulder improvements and new signing and pavement markings. Additional improvements to U.S. 41 include reconstruction of concrete sidewalks, replacement of curbs and installation of pedestrian curb ramps, and replacement of traffic signal detection loops. 

The following activities are subject to change based on weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances. 

• Motorists should anticipate lane closures throughout the duration of construction.  

Work on U.S. 41 and S.R. 29:  

• Crews will be working on striping during nighttime/overnight hours with lane closures anticipated from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. Flaggers will be on site to assist motorists. 

Crews are working close to the roadway. Please exercise caution in the work zone, obey the posted speed limits, and anticipate delays. The expected completion date is early 2026. 

There are no scheduled lane or ramp closures this week.

Expect nighttime/overnight lane closures throughout the project both north and southbound while crews continue paving at night, placing sod and working on punch list items. Use caution and be prepared to merge.  

This week utility crews may begin making adjustments at Lyle Parkway. There are no scheduled lane closures but use caution and watch for workers close to the road.

This week workers will continue installing new water mains along the east side of Lakeland Hills Boulevard and preparing subgrade along Gilmore Avenue. 

• Gilmore Avenue remains closed from Parkview Place to Julius T. Horney Drive through late January. The closure is necessary as crews pave Gilmore Avenue and install curb. Follow posted detour signs to navigate around the closure.
• Watch for side street closures along the east side of Lakeland Hills Boulevard as crews work to install new storm drains and water lines. Any side street closures will utilize the adjacent side streets to route traffic east towards Gilmore Avenue to the respective closed street.
• Traffic will remain in one lane in each direction for most of the duration of construction. Use caution, be prepared to merge or stop, and plan for delays.
• The speed limit has been reduced to 35 mph during construction.

Work on this project is scheduled to begin in late February 2026. 

Work on this project is scheduled to begin in late February 2026. 

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 Monday, Jan. 12, 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.

Work on this project begins Sunday night, January 11, 2026, with nighttime/overnight lane closures between Bartow and Eagle Lake. Use caution and be prepared to merge.  

S.R. 70 from Peace River to Southeast Baker Street: Construction project: Crews will reconstruct approximately 3.4 miles of S.R. 70 within the City of Arcadia. The project includes the installation of new drainage facilities, relocation and addition of sanitary and water and utilities, upgrading traffic signals, reconstructing sidewalks, and installing street lighting in various locations. During construction, lane closures will occur on S.R. 70. Temporary pedestrian pathways are in place while sidewalks are under construction. Detours will be implemented while crews work on side roads. Please follow posted signage and use caution in the area.

• Eastbound S.R. 70 traffic is currently using the right lane from the Peace River to Baldwin Avenue. Between Baldwin Avenue and Dade Avenue, traffic shifts to the left lane, then back to the right lane past Dade Avenue. No lane restrictions are in place past Baker Street.
• Westbound S.R. 70 traffic shifts onto the south side of the roadway past Baker Street to facilitate construction of a new box culvert. Past Roger Avenue, traffic utilizes the newly constructed left lane until Luther Avenue. Between Luther Avenue and Manatee Avenue, westbound traffic is using the right lane. At Manatee Avenue, traffic shifts into the newly constructed left lane. No lane restrictions are in place past the Peace River.
• Starting 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23, through 6 a.m. Monday, Jan. 26, 2025, rotating lane closures will occur on northbound U.S. 17 (Brevard Avenue) at eastbound S.R. 70 (Magnolia Avenue) to facilitate City of Arcadia utility installation. Truck traffic turning from eastbound S.R. 70 onto northbound U.S. 17 will be detoured onto Pine Street via southbound U.S. 17. From Pine Street, trucks may return to northbound U.S. 17. Motorists and truck drivers should follow posted detour signs and use caution in the area. Traffic on Pine Street should allow extra space for turning trucks.
• Motorists are urged to use caution when approaching traffic shifts and to follow all lane markings and posted signage.

          Estimated completion is early to mid-2027.

This week the contractor will work on repairing sidewalks and making them ADA compliant. Expect sidewalk closures with temporary pedestrian detours. Use caution and watch for workers close to the road.

State Road 70 from Lorraine Road to Bourneside Boulevard: Construction project: This project includes widening S.R. 70 from Lorraine Road to Bourneside Boulevard from a two-lane undivided roadway to a four-lane or six-lane divided roadway, depending on the location, construction of roundabouts on S.R. 70 at Uihlein Road, Del Webb Boulevard, and Bourneside Boulevard, intersection improvements at the existing signalized intersection of Greenbrook Boulevard and Lorraine Road, construction of four bridges over two Braden River crossing locations, new drainage system, construction of 10-foot shared use paths, street lighting, and landscaping, and installation of new fiber optic cable connecting the two signalized intersections to Manatee County’s regional Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS).

Notice: Please refrain from entering the work zone. New pavement has recently been installed that gives the impression of completed areas of work, but these areas are still active and use by non-project staff is a safety hazard as trucks, equipment, and work is ongoing. All new shared use path and roadways remain closed until further notice. The work zone is an active construction area. For the safety of all, please stay out of the work area.

This week’s work will consist of:

• Excavation of the pond on the north side of S.R. 70, west of Uihlein Road.
• Driving bridge piles for the easternmost westbound bridge.
• Begin demolition of the existing box culvert to prepare for a new westbound bridge, east of Uihlein Road.
• Grading stabilization between Bourneside Boulevard and Polo Run on the north side of S.R. 70.
• Installing drainage on the north side of State Road 70 between Uihlein Road and Bourneside Boulevard.
• Installing new signal hardware at the intersection of Post Boulevard and S.R. 70.

Please use caution and watch for trucks and construction vehicles entering or exiting the work zone throughout the construction limits. Work will take place Monday through Saturday, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Be aware of workers and flaggers in the area. Please use caution and be aware of workers and flaggers in the area.

State Road 55 (U.S. 19) and State Road 684; from 23rd Avenue W. to 39th Street E., from Terra Ceia Road to I-275 and at Royal Palm Drive, Manatee: Construction project: These projects include making improvements along State Road 55 (U.S. 19) from 23rd Avenue W. to 39th Street E., SR 55 (U.S. 19) from Terra Ceia Road to I-275 (Northbound Ramp) and along State Road 684 at Royal Palm Drive in Manatee County. Improvements will involve milling and resurfacing State Road 55 from 23rd Avenue W. to 39th Street E., implementing safety improvements, guardrail replacements, sidewalk repair, lighting updates, pedestrian signal replacements, and median modifications.

• S.R. 55 (U.S. 301/U.S. 41) from 23rd Avenue W. to 39th Street E. - Daily sidewalk closures are scheduled for the next two weeks to accommodate directional bores and open-trench conduit installation. Work will take place during daytime hours beginning Monday, December 15, 2025, and continue throughout the week. No lane closures are expected during the daytime hours; however, pedestrian access will be detoured. Please follow the posted temporary pedestrian detour route.

• S.R. 55 (U.S. 301/U.S. 41) from 23rd Avenue W. to 39th Street E. - Motorists should expect the outside right turn lane closures in the southbound direction between 3rd Avenue W. and Manatee Avenue W. No right turn will be allowed onto Manatee Avenue W. from south bound S.R. 55. Work will take place overnight on Wednesday, December 17, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Thursday. Please follow posted detours, use caution and watch for construction vehicles entering and exiting the work zone.

• S.R. 55 (U.S. 301/U.S. 41) from 23rd Avenue W. to 39th Street E. - Motorists should expect the inside left turn lane closures in the southbound direction between 17th Avenue W. and 21st Avenue W. No left turns or U-turns will be permitted from south bound S.R. 55. Work is scheduled overnight Wednesday, December 17, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Thursday. Please follow posted detours, use caution and watch for construction vehicles entering and exiting the work zone.

• S.R. 55 (U.S. 301/U.S. 41) from 23rd Avenue W. to 39th Street E. - Motorists should expect outside lane closures in the northbound direction between 23 Avenue W. and 17 Avenue W. Work is scheduled overnight Wednesday, December 17, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Thursday. Please use caution and watch for construction vehicles entering and exiting the work zone.

The estimated completion date for construction is Spring 2027.

State Road 70 from Bourneside Boulevard to Waterbury Road, Bradenton: Construction project: This project includes widening S.R. 70 from Bourneside Boulevard to Waterbury Road from a two-lane undivided roadway to a four-lane divided roadway, Safety features will include roundabouts to be constructed at 197th Street East/Lindrick Lane, 213th Street East, 225th Street East/Panther Ridge Trail and County Road 675/Waterbury Road. The project will also include the installation of a new drainage system, new curb and gutter, construction of 10-foot shared-use paths and 5-foot paved shoulders on both sides of the roadway, street lighting throughout the project and landscaping inside the roundabouts.

Notice: Please refrain from entering the work zone. New pavement has recently been installed that gives the impression of completed areas of work, but these areas are still active and use by non-project staff is a safety hazard as trucks, equipment, and work is ongoing. All new shared use path and roadways remain closed until further notice. The work zone is an active construction area. For the safety of all, please stay out of the work area.

This week’s work will consist of:

• Continuing eastbound construction with base work between Panther Ridge Trail and east of Meadow Dove Lane on the south side of S.R. 70.
• Grading for curb and stabilization east of Lindrick Lane for future eastbound lanes.
• Grading embankment west of Lindrick Lane for future eastbound lanes.
• Backfilling of a box culvert between Lindrick Lane and 213th Street within the existing S.R. 70 lanes where traffic was previously diverted.
• Clearing on the north side of S.R. 70 for future shared-use path at 197th Street.
• Relocating utilities on the north side of S.R. 70.

Meadow Dove Lane will be closed beginning January 12, 2026, for construction of the south portion of the Meadow Dove Lane/C.R. 675 roundabout. During the closure, no traffic will be permitted to enter or exit Meadow Dove Lane via S.R. 70. A full detour will be in place, with message boards directing traffic along the detour route. The closure is expected to remain in effect for approximately 60 days.

State Road 789 from Bird Key Drive to Sunset Drive: Construction project: This project includes the addition of dedicated bicycle and transit lanes on the bridge, drainage upgrades, and raising the seawall cap near Sunset Drive. Other project activities include resurfacing the roadway throughout the project corridor and the installation of new traffic signals at the intersections of Sunset Drive, Golden Gate Drive, and Bird Key Drive. The project also includes relocating palm trees and small shrubs from their current locations on the eastern area of the John Ringling Causeway to medians closer to St. Armands Circle.

This week’s work will consist of:

• Mobilize construction equipment, including delivery of machinery and materials.
• Install Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) signs and devices.
• Install temporary pedestrian paths around the work zone. Please use designated paths and follow posted detour signs.
• Clear within the right of way and install erosion-control devices.

Lane closures will be in place during various phases of the project. Initial pre-phase work involves building a temporary roadway for use during subsequent phases. This work will not impact existing travel lane configuration.

Construction will primarily take place during daytime hours, with occasional nighttime work. Expect noise from backup alarms, construction equipment, pumps, and power tools during daytime and nighttime operations.

During construction, the speed limit on Gulfstream Avenue and John Ringling Causeway (S.R. 789) will be reduced to 35 mph. Speeding fines are doubled in the construction zone when workers are present. Motorists are urged to drive cautiously and watch for workers, construction vehicles, pickup trucks, and other equipment entering or exiting travel lanes.

I-75 at S.R. 951 (exit 101) Interchange Improvements: FDOT is reconstructing the I-75 southbound on- and off-ramp connections and the northbound on-ramp connection to the mainline lanes at S.R. 951 (exit 101). The northeast quadrant loop ramp will be connected to, and accessible only by, a direct flyover ramp from northbound Collier Boulevard starting south of the Davis Boulevard intersection. This single-lane flyover ramp will carry traffic over Beck Boulevard and a reconstructed I-75 southbound on-ramp. A single-lane flyover ramp extension will carry I-75 southbound traffic over Davis Boulevard to a new signalized intersection at Collier Boulevard and Business Circle North. This ramp will extend along the western side of Collier Boulevard. 

The following activities are subject to change based on weather conditions and unforeseen underground conditions. 

• Motorists should expect multiple closures through January for crews to complete overhead work on the elevated roadway:   

• During the nighttime/overnight hours through Friday, January 16, S.R. 84/Davis Boulevard will be closed from Market Street to C.R. 951/Collier Boulevard.  Motorists will need to use Market Street and Business Circle S. for travel. 
   

• During nighttime/overnight hours through Friday, January 16 the southbound I-75 on-ramp from northbound Collier Boulevard (S.R. 951) will be closed.  During this time, motorists will be able to use southbound Collier Boulevard to access the ramp by continuing northbound on Collier Boulevard to the intersection of Magnolia Pond Road / City Gate Boulevard. From there, drivers can make a U-turn to proceed south on Collier Boulevard and access the southbound I-75 on-ramp immediately after the I-75 overpass via a left turn. 

• Motorists should expect lane shifts on S.R./C.R.951/Collier Boulevard from Business Circle South to I-75 to create work zones for crews to construct the elevated roadway. 

• Motorists should expect the outside right turn lane from southbound S.R. 951 to westbound S.R. 84/Davis Boulevard closed.  Drivers can continue to turn right from the remaining open turn lane.  This closure is needed for crews to begin work for the bridge foundation installation and will remain in place through job completion. 

• Pedestrians should expect a sidewalk closure along S.R. 84 (Davis Boulevard) just west of S.R. 951 (Collier Boulevard) and along S.R. 951 (Collier Boulevard) between S.R. 84 (Davis Boulevard) and Business Circle North. Pedestrians may use S.R. 84 (Davis Boulevard) to Market Street to Business Circle South to access S.R. 951 (Collier Boulevard). 

• Motorists are advised that the S.R. 84 (Davis Boulevard) eastbound direct access ramp heading south to S.R. 951 (Collier Boulevard) is permanently closed. The eastbound to southbound right turn will be available at the intersection. 

• Motorists should expect reduced lane widths for southbound Collier Boulevard between Business Circle North and Business Circle South.  

Please use caution and watch for workers and construction vehicles entering and leaving the roadway. The expected completion date is end of 2026. For more information please visit: https://www.swflroads.com/project/425843-2. 

I-75 at S.R. 951 (exit 101) Interchange Improvements: FDOT is reconstructing the I-75 southbound on- and off-ramp connections and the northbound on-ramp connection to the mainline lanes at S.R. 951 (exit 101). The northeast quadrant loop ramp will be connected to, and accessible only by, a direct flyover ramp from northbound Collier Boulevard starting south of the Davis Boulevard intersection. This single-lane flyover ramp will carry traffic over Beck Boulevard and a reconstructed I-75 southbound on-ramp. A single-lane flyover ramp extension will carry I-75 southbound traffic over Davis Boulevard to a new signalized intersection at Collier Boulevard and Business Circle North. This ramp will extend along the western side of Collier Boulevard. 

The following activities are subject to change based on weather conditions and unforeseen underground conditions. 

• No lane closures are scheduled through January 2, 2026. 

• Motorists should expect multiple closures through January for crews to complete overhead work on the elevated roadway:   

• During the nighttime/overnight hours from Sunday, January 4 through Friday, January 16, S.R. 84/Davis Boulevard will be closed from Market Street to C.R. 951/Collier Boulevard.  Motorists will need to use Market Street and Business Circle S. for travel. 
   

• During nighttime/overnight hours from Sunday, January 4 through Friday, January 16 the southbound I-75 on-ramp from northbound Collier Boulevard (S.R. 951) will be closed.  During this time, motorists will be able to use southbound Collier Boulevard to access the ramp by continuing northbound on Collier Boulevard to the intersection of Magnolia Pond Road / City Gate Boulevard. From there, drivers can make a U-turn to proceed south on Collier Boulevard and access the southbound I-75 on-ramp immediately after the I-75 overpass via a left turn. 

• Overnight on Sunday, January 4, motorists should expect intermittent lane closures for southbound and northbound C.R. 951/Collier Boulevard for crews to continue overhead bridge work. 

• Motorists should expect lane shifts on S.R./C.R.951/Collier Boulevard from Business Circle South to I-75 to create work zones for crews to construct the elevated roadway. 

• Motorists should expect the outside right turn lane from southbound S.R. 951 to westbound S.R. 84/Davis Boulevard closed.  Drivers can continue to turn right from the remaining open turn lane.  This closure is needed for crews to begin work for the bridge foundation installation and will remain in place through job completion. 

• Pedestrians should expect a sidewalk closure along S.R. 84 (Davis Boulevard) just west of S.R. 951 (Collier Boulevard) and along S.R. 951 (Collier Boulevard) between S.R. 84 (Davis Boulevard) and Business Circle North. Pedestrians may use S.R. 84 (Davis Boulevard) to Market Street to Business Circle South to access S.R. 951 (Collier Boulevard). 

• Motorists are advised that the S.R. 84 (Davis Boulevard) eastbound direct access ramp heading south to S.R. 951 (Collier Boulevard) is permanently closed. The eastbound to southbound right turn will be available at the intersection. 

• Motorists should expect reduced lane widths for southbound Collier Boulevard between Business Circle North and Business Circle South.  

Please use caution and watch for workers and construction vehicles entering and leaving the roadway. The expected completion date is end of 2026. For more information please visit: https://www.swflroads.com/project/425843-2. 

This week crews will continue drainage improvements at the Beverage Castle driveway and near Coral Way.

• The Beverage Castle driveway on Combee Road will be closed so crews can continue working on the new drainage pipe crossing. Use the entrance on South Eastside Drive.
• Expect lane closures on Combee Road at night with flaggers directing traffic and possible shoulder closures during the day. Use caution and be prepared to stop.

This week crews will continue milling and resurfacing from Lyle Parkway to Commercial Boulevard, Sunday night, January 4 through Tuesday night, January 6. Expect nighttime/overnight lane closures from 6 p.m. to 5 a.m. Use caution and be prepared to merge.

There are no planned lane closures the remainder of the week. 

Paving is complete and crews are working on punch list items. There are no anticipated lane closures.

Paving is complete and crews are working on punch list items. There are no anticipated lane closures.

Expect nighttime/overnight lane closures for paving, Wednesday, January 7 through Friday, January 9 as crews continue paving. Use caution and be prepared to merge.   

Expect daytime lane closures and a moving operation both north and southbound from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, January 7 through Wednesday, January 9 as crews work on punchlist items and striping.   Use caution and be prepared to merge.

Crews are placing erosion control devices, inlet protection and construction signs over the first two weeks of January. Paving is scheduled to begin at night/overnight on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Nightly paving with lane closures should be expected Sunday through Thursday nights. Use caution and be prepared to merge. 

U.S. 41 and 16th Avenue East and U.S. 41 and 61st Street East (Palm View Road) and U.S. 41 from North of S.R. 55 (U.S. 19) to North of 69th Street East/73rd Street East (Erie Road). Construction project: The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will construct median modifications to reduce conflict points and improve safety starting in early 2026 at the intersections of U.S. 41 and 16th Avenue East and U.S. 41 and 61st Street East (Palm View Road). The project improvements also include milling and resurfacing U.S. 41 from north of S.R.55 (U.S. 19) to north of 69th Street East/73rd Street East (Erie Road). Crews will apply new signing and pavement markings once the final paving has been completed. The project limits are approximately 2.6 miles.

• Through the end of January, motorists can expect one lane of northbound U.S. 41 to remain fully closed while crews install guardrails.
• Motorists can expect overnight lane closures throughout the project limits.
• Please be aware of workers and construction equipment /noise during the overnight hours.
• Plan for additional time or choose an alternate route if needed.
• Estimated completion is mid-2026.

Fruitville Road (SR 780) at Beneva Road: Construction/safety project: Crews are working on milling and resurfacing, widening, pavement reconstruction, driveway and turn lane improvements, sidewalks and curb, drainage modifications, signing and pavement markings and signalization on a .15-mile stretch of Fruitville Road, including the intersection at Beneva Road and Fruitville Road.

• Motorists can expect nighttime lane closures throughout construction.
• Please be aware of workers and construction equipment /noise during the overnight hours. Plan for additional time or choose an alternate route if needed.
• Pedestrians can expect detours throughout the project and are encouraged to use caution.
• Project completion is anticipated for mid-2026, weather permitting.

U.S. 27 (S.R. 25) at S.R. 78 Intersection: Construction project: Crews will be reconstructing the intersection with concrete pavement. Other improvements include milling, resurfacing, drainage, guardrail, signing, and pavement markings. Please use caution in the area and watch for workers, traffic signage, detours, and equipment throughout the project.

• Both S.R. 78 and U.S. 27 have reopened, and traffic is now operating normally.
• Intermittent lane closures will occur on S.R. 78 and U.S. 27 from Jan. 5 through Jan. 28, 2026, to accommodate concrete grinding and moving thermoplastic operations.  
• Intermittent lane closures will also occur at the eastbound U.S. 27 left-turn lane to Industrial Drive and along Industrial Drive between U.S. 27 and the Glades Business Park entrance from Jan. 5 through Jan. 16, 2026, to adjust manhole grades and repave friction course. Traffic needing to access Industrial Drive will be directed to use the entrance from S.R. 78
• Motorists should use caution, follow posted signage, and watch for workers and equipment in the area.

Estimated completion is Early 2026.

SR 777 River Road from I-75 to US 41: Construction project: Road embankment installation continues on the northbound roadway from Aucilla Drive to US 41, and Venice Avenue to I-75. As embankment is completed, drainage installations, subgrade mixing, curb placement, and roadway grading will continue. Sod installation, signal, ITS, and lighting work are ongoing. Trucks will be crossing the road at various locations using intermittent flagging operations. Pothole maintenance will continue as necessary on all current travel ways through the project. Work to construct the Bridge Church driveway is planned to commence in the coming weeks. Crews will conduct daytime and nighttime asphalt paving operations on the future northbound lanes (including some paving for shared-use paths) starting on January 26 and continuing for approximately one week. This will not affect the traveling public.

S.R. 789 from the Coquina Park entrance to S.R. 64 (Manatee Avenue West): Construction project: The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will be milling and resurfacing approximately four miles of S.R. 789 from the Coquina Park entrance to S.R. 64/Manatee Avenue West in fall 2025. In addition to milling and resurfacing, crews will install traffic monitoring devices and will apply new signing and pavement markings. To minimize inconvenience, the project will be done overnight. The project was accelerated to start just after turtle nesting season ends in 2025, and is expected to finish before the next nesting season starts in 2026.

•  Motorists can expect overnight single-lane closures through the length of the project.
• Please be aware of workers and construction equipment /noise during the overnight hours. Plan for additional time or choose an alternate route if possible.
• The estimated completion is spring of 2026.

SR 82 from Ford Street to Veronica Shoemaker Boulevard: The improvements under this contract consist of pedestrian and safety upgrades to include milling, resurfacing, signing and pavement markings, lighting, signalization, and other incidental construction for intersection improvements along SR 82 from Ford Street to Veronica Shoemaker Boulevard.

• Motorists should expect intermittent nighttime/overnight lane closures on the inside and outside, eastbound and westbound lanes throughout the duration of the project. Closures will take place between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m.

U.S. 41 (SR 45) from 63rd Avenue to 53rd Avenue: Construction project: Crews will begin a safety project on U.S. 41 from 63rd Avenue to 53rd Avenue in January 2026. The project limits cover approximately 1.27 miles. Crews will install curb and gutter, sidewalk, signalization, lighting, pedestrian beacons at seven new mid-block crosswalks, vehicle detection systems and apply new signing and pavement markings.

• Motorists can expect temporary daytime lane closures so crews can deliver materials, limited to non-rush hours.
• Motorists should expect temporary nighttime lane closures within the project limits.

• Motorists can expect crews to be working intermittently in and around the project limits during the day.

• Estimated project completion is late 2026.

US 41 from West of Lychee Road to South of East Bay Street: Construction project: Crews are milling and resurfacing US 41 from west of Lychee Road to south of East Bay Street in Sarasota County.  In addition to resurfacing, crews will perform shoulder treatment and apply new signing and pavement markings. The project limits cover approximately 3.1 miles.

• Starting this week, motorists should expect nighttime temporary outside lane closures within the project limits.
• Motorists can expect crews to be intermittently working in and around the project limits during the day.
• Estimated project completion is late 2026.

US 301 from Desoto Road to University Parkway: Construction project: Crews are milling and resurfacing US 301 from Desoto Road to University Parkway in Sarasota County.  In addition to resurfacing, crews will perform shoulder treatment and apply new signing and pavement markings. The project limits cover approximately .5 miles.

• Starting in early 2026, motorists should expect temporary nighttime lane closures within the project limits.

• Motorists should expect temporary nighttime lane closures within the project limits.
• Motorists can expect crews to be intermittently working in and around the project limits during the day.
• Estimated project completion is mid- 2026.

I-275 (S.R. 93) from I-75 to Terra Ceia River: Construction project: Crews are milling, resurfacing, and installing pavement markings on 2.2 miles of roadway on I-275 (S.R. 93) from I-75 to Terra Ceia River. The project improvements include milling and resurfacing, shoulder and ramp work, overbuilding for cross-slope correction, guardrail and signing, and pavement markings. 

• Motorists can expect inside single-lane closures on southbound I-275 overnight when crews resume work.
• Estimated completion is late summer 2026.

US 41 from West of West Villages Parkway to Woodmere Road: Construction project: The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will begin milling and resurfacing US 41 from west of West Villages Parkway to Woodmere Road. The project limits cover approximately 5 miles. In addition to resurfacing crews will perform shoulder treatment, install vehicle detection systems and apply new signing and pavement markings.

• Motorists can expect temporary single-lane closures overnight.
• During construction, motorists can expect areas with uneven lanes.
• Motorists can expect crews to be present intermittently during the day throughout the project.
• Expected completion is late 2026.

Clark Road (SR 72) from Honore Avenue to West of Gantt Road: Construction project: The Florida Department of Transportation is milling, resurfacing, installing curb, gutter, drainage and pavement markings on less than one-half mile on Clark Road (SR 72) from Honore Avenue to west of Gantt Road in Sarasota County.

• Motorists can expect intermittent single- and dual-lane closures overnight throughout the project.
• Please watch for signs, barricades and workers close to the travel lanes and obey posted speed limits in the construction zone.
• The project’s estimated completion is in mid-2026.

Road Watch Update:

• Motorists are asked to exercise caution and reduce their speed while driving through the work zone.
• Pedestrian access to the bridge is not allowed during construction, which includes fishing and all other recreational uses.
• Motorists are reminded not to block driveways or entrances and to follow all posted signage throughout the construction zone.
• Noise from construction equipment in the area is to be expected.
• Since the start of construction of the Little Pine Island Bridge, boaters are asked to be aware of construction equipment and erosion control measures that are in place.

SR 739 from north of the Caloosahatchee River to SR 78 (Bayshore Road): Construction Project: This project is intended to improve safety, enhance traffic flow, and reduce crashes by constructing a continuous raised median, with bi-directional and full median openings. Proposed improvements also consist of milling and resurfacing of the roadway, two pedestrian hybrid beacons, upgrading the traffic signal at Pondella Road, ADA upgrades, lighting, signing and pavement markings, and drainage improvements.

• On Wednesday night, September 17, 2025, the left (inside) lanes on northbound and southbound SR 739 were reopened, and the right (outside) lanes were then closed. This traffic shift marks the beginning of Phase 2 of the project.
• During this time, pedestrians should follow the posted detour to access Pondella Road from Pine Island Road.
•  Please use caution in the area, as crews will be working on and near the roadway.

Please note that the construction schedule may change due to weather or other unexpected conditions.

For real-time traffic updates, visit FL511.com.

SR 64 from 10th Street East to Braden River: Construction project: Crews are working on milling and resurfacing, adding drainage improvements, replacing guardrails, new pedestrian signals, temporary and permanent electrical improvements, pavement reconstruction, sidewalks and curb and ramp reconstruction, signing and pavement markings, signalization, and lighting.

• Pedestrians can expect detours throughout the project and are encouraged to use caution.
• Motorists can expect lane closures overnight, starting after 7:30 p.m. for milling and resurfacing.
• Project completion is anticipated for late 2025, weather permitting.

US 301 from 25th Court East to 13th Avenue East: Construction project: Crews are in the final stages of a 7.6-mile improvement project consisting of milling and resurfacing the roadway, widening in areas, base work, curb and gutter, sidewalk, guardrail, drainage improvements, bridge expansion joints, signalization, and pavement marking.

• Motorists can expect workers to be present as final punch list items are addressed.

• The project’s completion is expected early 2026.