Week of Sunday, July 6 through Saturday, July 12:

There are no planned lane or ramp closures scheduled for the week of Sunday, July 6 through Saturday, July 12, as the crews will be working off the roadway.

Week of Sunday, July 6 through Saturday, July 12:

This week crews will continue earthwork, drainage, and bridge superstructure elements. Countyline Road remains closed at the Peace River. Motorists should follow the posted detours.

Eastbound: Head north or south on US 17 to Hardee Street and east on Hardee Street to Lake Branch Road. Head southeast on Lake Branch Road to Platt Road and head north back to County Line Road.

Westbound: Head east or west on County Line Road to Platt Road. Head south on Platt Road to Lake Branch Road and head west to Hardee Street. Turn left (west) on Hardee Street to US 17. Turn right (north) on US 17 back to County Line Road.

Week of Sunday, July 6 through Saturday, July 12:

This week the contractor will pave at night and work on punch list items during the day. Expect night/overnight lane closures from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. with flaggers directing traffic and shoulder closures during the day. Use caution and be prepared to stop.

Week of Sunday, July 6 through Saturday, July 12:

• Starting Monday night, July 7, 2025, expect minor traffic shifts at the off-ramp from westbound I-4 to southbound US 98 and at the US 98 northbound on ramp to eastbound I-4.Use caution and watch for changes in the traffic pattern.
• Pedestrians should follow the sidewalk detours and temporary crosswalks at the I-4 ramps located south of I-4, while crews work in the area. Use caution and follow the detour signs.
• Expect northbound and southbound nighttime/overnight lane closures south of I-4. Use caution and be prepared to merge.
• Expect northbound daytime lane closures north of I-4. Use caution and be prepared to merge.

Week of Sunday, July 6 through Saturday, July 12:

This week the contractor will work on signals and lighting without any anticipated lane closures. Use caution and watch for workers close to the road.

Week of Sunday, July 6 through Saturday, July 12:

This week crews are working on punch list items. Expect periodic shoulder closures and watch for workers close to the road.

Week of Sunday, July 6 through Saturday, July 12:

This week crews are expected to continue pouring driveways and sidewalk along North 20th Street.

Week of Sunday, July 6 through Saturday, July 12:

• Starting, Tuesday, July 8, 2025, and lasting approximately one week, East Bella Vista Street, east of Lakeland Hills Boulevard, will be closed at the intersection. Motorists will be detoured at East Crawford Street to Gilmore Avenue back to East Bella Vista.
• Traffic remains in one lane in each direction but is now shifted to the west side of Lakeland Hills Boulevard so crews can continue underground drainage and utility work.
• 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.
• The speed limit has been reduced to 35 mph during construction.
• Use caution, be prepared to merge or stop, and plan for delays.

Week of Sunday, July 6 through Saturday, July 12:

This week crews will be installing signal sensors in the roadway at both the CR 555 and West Main Street intersections and paving from Agricola Road to North Broadway Avenue. Expect nighttime/overnight lane closures and be prepared to merge.

Week of Sunday, July 6 through Saturday, July 12:

Expect northbound and southbound lane closures throughout the project. Use caution and be prepared to merge.

SR 70 from Lorraine Road to Bourneside Boulevard, Bradenton: Construction project: This project includes widening SR 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 SR 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).

This week’s work will consist of:

• Crews will install lighting and ITS conduit and light poles Lorraine Road and Uihlein Road.

• Crews will import and grade roadway base material between Uihlein Road and Greenbrook Boulevard.

• Sod will be placed along the outside swales for eastbound SR 70 between Uihlein Road and Bourneside Boulevard.

• Clearing of existing vegetation will occur between Bourneside Boulevard and Polo Run on the north side of SR 70.

• Embankment hauling will occur between Bourneside Boulevard and Polo Run on the north side of SR 70. Trucks will be crossing current SR 70 travel lanes. Please be aware of flaggers stopping traffic for this crossing.

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

SR 70 from Bourneside Boulevard to Waterbury Road, Bradenton: Construction project: This project includes widening SR 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.

This week’s work will consist of:

·         Grade for the future shared-use path and roadway on the south side of SR 70 between 197th Street and Meadow Dove Lane.

·         Drainage work will continue with the installation of underground storm drainage pipe on the north side of SR 70 at CR 675. Crews will be crossing CR 675 with drainage pipe using lane closures on CR 675. Be aware of flaggers directing traffic.

·         Future eastbound construction will continue with embankment hauling and stabilized subgrade construction across from the future pond, between 213th Street and 225th Street, on the South side of SR 70. Roadway base will be imported and graded from 197th Street to 213th Street.

·         Drainage swale grading will continue between 213th Street and Meadow Dove Lane on the South side of SR 70.

·         Utility relocation work will occur on the North side of SR 70 on the shoulder.

·         Installation of concrete foundations and pull boxes for future lighting on the south side of SR 70 from west of 213th Street to Meadow Dove Lane.

·         Paving will occur at night on the South side of SR 70 between Lindrick Lane and 213th Street. This will occur outside of the travel lanes on future eastbound lanes. The work will occur for one night.

A traffic shift for both directions of SR 70 in between Lindrick Lane and 213th Street is being scheduled for July 11th, weather permitting. There will be no closures for this shift, but please use additional caution and be advised that the posted speed limit in this area will be reduced to 35 mph. There will not be detours associated with the shift, but message boards will be provided, and advanced notice with specific closure dates will be provided once available.

In the upcoming months, Lindrick Lane, 213th Street, Pather Ridge Trail, and Meadow Dove Lane will be closed at SR 70 to construct the south portions of each intersection’s roundabout. The north side of these intersections will not be impacted. These closures are tentatively planned to begin in late summer and will occur one at a time with no concurrent closures. Detours and message boards will be provided, and advanced notice with specific closure dates will be provided once available.

I-75 at SR 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 SR 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 intermittent lane closures for southbound and northbound CR 951/Collier Boulevard during nighttime/overnight hours for crews to move equipment, deliver materials, and construct the overhead bridge work. 

• Motorists should expect both northbound and southbound CR 951/Collier Boulevard travel lanes to shift 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 SR 951 to westbound SR 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 SR 84 (Davis Boulevard) just west of SR 951 (Collier Boulevard) and along SR 951 (Collier Boulevard) between SR 84 (Davis Boulevard) and Business Circle North. Pedestrians may use SR 84 (Davis Boulevard) to Market Street to Business Circle South to access SR 951 (Collier Boulevard). 

• Motorists are advised that the SR 84 (Davis Boulevard) eastbound direct access ramp heading south to SR 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 summer 2026. For more information please visit: https://www.swflroads.com/project/425843-2. 

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. 

• On Monday, July 7, during the nighttime/overnight hours of 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., motorists should expect lane closures for crews to shift the westbound lanes of Pine Ridge Road one lane to the south in order to complete signal work. In addition, traffic on the southbound off-ramp will shift one lane to the east. These traffic shifts will remain in place until further notice. Please use extra caution when driving through this area and expect delays.  

• Crews will be working on drainage installation and roadway work.  

• 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.  

SR 29 and SR 90 (US 41) Resurfacing and Road Improvements: FDOT is resurfacing SR 29 from north of Wagon Wheel Road to south of I-75, and SR 90 (US 41) from south of Southwest Boulevard to north of Thomasson Drive in Collier County. Improvements to both SR 29 and US 41 include milling and resurfacing, shoulder improvements and new signing and pavement markings. Additional improvements to US 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 SR 29:  

• Crews will be working on milling, paving and temporary striping. 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 December 2025. 

Sanibel Causeway Emergency Restoration: Crews are completing final items west of the toll plaza.  The 35 MPH speed limit has been restored west of the toll plaza.  Reduced speed limits remain enforced east of the toll plaza. Pedestrians are not permitted on the Sanibel Causeway.   

The following work activities above are scheduled to occur, however unforeseen underground conditions and weather may affect this schedule. 

• Motorists should be aware of continuing work along the frontage road under Span A. 

• The contractor continues work to restore the staging area at Punta Rassa in preparation for handing the area back over to Lee County later this summer. 

• Motorists are advised that when traveling on island Bay 3 remains closed for Lee County to continue work on toll equipment. 

• The contractor is installing signage and lighting east of the toll plaza. 

• Work by others: Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation continues to monitor Least Tern nesting on the Causeway and continues work on the north side of McGregor Boulevard for mangrove restoration.  For more information visit:  www.sccf.org. 

All users are urged to be courteous and pay attention as bicyclists share the road on the Causeway and vehicles are entering and existing at public beach access points of the Causeway Islands Park. Visitors may check www.leegov.com/parks for updated park and Punta Rassa boat ramp information.

Sunday, July 6th to Saturday, July 12th:

Lane Closure: Beginning Sunday, July 6, through Thursday, July 10, from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m. motorists should expect single lane closures along San Carlos Boulevard throughout the project limits as crews work on bridge joints and striping along Matanzas Pass.

During construction, motorists should expect intermittent nighttime/overnight lane closures.

Motorists are asked to exercise caution and reduce their speed while driving through the work zone.

Tuesday, July 8 through Saturday, July 12:

Workers will be placing construction signs and erosion control devices. Use caution and watch for workers close to the road.

US 27 (SR 25) at SR 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.

Beginning on June 22, 2025, and continuing through August 22, 2025, SR 78 will be closed between US 27 and Industrial Drive for roadway reconstruction. Both eastbound and westbound turn lanes from US 27 to SR 78 will be closed during this time. Traffic traveling to and from SR 78 should follow posted signage and use Industrial Drive as a detour route.  

Estimated completion is fall 2025.

This project is now complete with no more anticipated lane closures.

I-75 and SR 70: Landscape project: FDOT will be installing landscaping and associated irrigation within the interchange this summer through early fall. Motorists can expect occasional shoulder closures on SR 70 and I-75 ramps as tree and plant material are being offloaded (no landscape to be installed on the interstate). Please use caution in the area.

SR 25 (US 27) from South of Horn Road to South of Shoreline Drive: Construction project: Crews have begun milling, resurfacing, and widening the roadway. The project includes enhancing drainage, installing and upgrading guardrails, and adding concrete pavement markings and signage.

• Motorists should expect daytime and nighttime lane closures on the northbound and southbound outside lanes of US 27, as well as construction activity at the intersection of SR 70.
• Motorists should use caution, follow posted signs, and watch for workers and equipment in the construction zone.

            Estimated completion is expected in early 2026.

US 98 (State Road 700) from East of Floral Drive to East of County Road 621: Construction project: Crews have started to mill, resurface, and widen the roadway. The project includes enhancing drainage, installing Shoulder closures will be in place on both northbound and southbound US 98 for drainage improvements from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

• US 98 will be reduced to one lane with flagging operations to allow for shoulder grading and sod placement.
• Motorists should use caution in the area and watch for workers and equipment in the construction zone and upgrading guardrails and updating signage.

 Estimated completion is expected in late 2025.

SR 70 from Peace River to Southeast Baker Street: Construction project: Crews will reconstruct approximately 3.4 miles of SR 70 within the City of Arcadia. The project includes the installation of new drainage facilities, relocation and addition of sanitary and water main utilities, upgrading traffic signals, reconstructing sidewalks, and installing street lighting in various locations. During construction, lane closures will occur on SR 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 SR 70 traffic is currently using the north lane up to Lee Avenue. Between Lee Avenue and Dade Avenue, traffic shifts to the south lane and continues in the south lane until Roger Avenue, where it shifts back to the north lane, utilizing the preexisting westbound south lane.
• Westbound SR 70 traffic remains on the north side of the roadway until Volusia Avenue, where it shifts to the south lane. Between Manatee Avenue and Dade Avenue, traffic shifts back to the north lane.
• Westbound SR 70 traffic between Volusia Avenue and Dade Avenue is expected to shift from the south side to the north lane in approximately one month.
• Crews continue paving and installing curb, sidewalk, and drainage structures. Intermittent side street closures and flagging operations are in effect throughout the corridor.
• Pedestrian access is maintained via temporary walkways in active sidewalk construction areas.
• Motorists should expect delays, follow posted signage, and use caution in the construction zone.

Estimated completion is early to mid-2027. 

Clark Road (SR 72) from Honore Avenue to West of Gantt Road: Construction project: The Florida Department of Transportation will commence 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 in June.

• 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 Palmer Crossing Mall entrance off Clark Road at Chick-fil-A /Shell gas station/Jimmy John’s will have a temporary road closure starting on July 11 that will continue for approximately three months. Patrons can access the businesses via two other entrances to the mall off Clark Road and two entrances off Honore
• The project’s estimated completion is in mid-2026.

SR 25 (US 27) from Shoreline Drive to Davis and Gaines Road and SR 25 (US 27) from North of Tower Street to South of Tower Street: Construction project: Crews are reconstructing rigid pavement on SR 25 (US 27) from north of Tower Street to south of Tower Street. Additionally, milling and resurfacing work is ongoing on US 27 from Shoreline Drive to Davis and Gaines Road.

• Traffic has been shifted to the northbound side of the intersection on US 27 at Dal Hall Boulevard and Tower Street for Phase Two. Motorists should expect daytime and nighttime lane closures on both northbound and southbound lanes throughout the project limits.
• Dal Hall Boulevard at US 27 will be closed beginning June 23 for approximately 21 days. Drivers should follow posted detour signs:

·Northbound and southbound traffic can detour via Heartland Boulevard or East Interlake Boulevard.

·Local traffic can use Hillcrest Avenue and Heartland Boulevard for northbound travel, or East Interlake Boulevard for southbound access.

• Northbound and southbound US 27 will remain open.
• Motorists should use caution, as a new median configuration is in place at Heartland Boulevard.
• Inside lane closures northbound and southbound between Lake Clay Drive South and Alderman Drive for median widening.
• Shoulder closures in both directions between Shoreline Drive and south of Interlake Boulevard, and from Lake Clay Drive South to Tomoka Boulevard North, for the lighting scope of work.
• Temporary driveway closures at Wawa and Mobil will continue through July 2025.
• Motorists should use caution in the area and watch for workers and equipment in the construction zone.

            Anticipated completion is late 2026.

SR 25 (US 27) from Shoreline Drive to Davis and Gaines Road and SR 25 (US 27) from North of Tower Street to South of Tower Street: Construction project: Crews are reconstructing rigid pavement on SR 25 (US 27) from north of Tower Street to south of Tower Street. Additionally, milling and resurfacing work is ongoing on US 27 from Shoreline Drive to Davis and Gaines Road.

• Traffic has been shifted to the northbound side of the intersection on US 27 at Dal Hall Boulevard and Tower Street for Phase Two. Motorists should expect daytime and nighttime lane closures on both northbound and southbound lanes throughout the project limits.
• Intermittent outside lane closures northbound from CR 17 N to north of David and Gaines Road.
• Median access on US 27 at Heartland Boulevard is closed.
• Dal Hall Boulevard on US 27 is scheduled to close beginning June 23 for approximately 21 consecutive days as part of a road improvement project on US 27. Motorists should follow posted detour routes via Heartland Boulevard or East Interlake Boulevard. Local access will be maintained along Heartland Drive. The schedule is subject to change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. Use caution and expect delays in the area.
• Inside lane closures northbound and southbound between Lake Clay Drive South and Alderman Drive for median widening.
• Shoulder closures in both directions between Shoreline Drive and south of Interlake Boulevard, and from Lake Clay Drive South to Tomoka Boulevard North, for the lighting scope of work.
• Temporary driveway closures at Wawa and Mobil will continue through July 2025.
• Motorists should use caution in the area and watch for workers and equipment in the construction zone.

            Anticipated completion is late 2026.

SR 25 (US 27) from Shoreline Drive to Davis and Gaines Road and SR 25 (US 27) from North of Tower Street to South of Tower Street: Construction project: Crews are reconstructing rigid pavement on SR 25 (US 27) from north of Tower Street to south of Tower Street. Additionally, milling and resurfacing work is ongoing on US 27 from Shoreline Drive to Davis and Gaines Road.

• Traffic has been shifted to the northbound side of the intersection on US 27 at Dal Hall Boulevard and Tower Street for Phase Two. Motorists should expect daytime and nighttime lane closures on both northbound and southbound lanes throughout the project limits.
• Dal Hall Boulevard at US 27 will be closed beginning June 23 for approximately 21 days. Drivers should follow posted detour signs:

·Northbound and southbound traffic can detour via Heartland Boulevard or East Interlake Boulevard.

·Local traffic can use Hillcrest Avenue and Heartland Boulevard for northbound travel, or East Interlake Boulevard for southbound access.

• Northbound and southbound US 27 will remain open.
• Motorists should use caution, as a new median configuration is in place at Heartland Boulevard.
• Inside lane closures northbound and southbound between Lake Clay Drive South and Alderman Drive for median widening.
• Shoulder closures in both directions between Shoreline Drive and south of Interlake Boulevard, and from Lake Clay Drive South to Tomoka Boulevard North, for the lighting scope of work.
• Temporary driveway closures at Wawa and Mobil will continue through July 2025.
• Construction operations will be suspended for the Fourth of July holiday
• Motorists should use caution in the area and watch for workers and equipment in the construction zone.

            Anticipated completion is late 2026.

SR 45 (Tamiami Trail) from South of Morningside Drive to North of Saint Pierre Road: Construction Project: The improvements under this contract include milling and resurfacing of the roadway and upgrading the signing and pavement markings.

• During construction, motorists should expect daytime and nighttime/overnight lane closures.
• Motorists are asked to exercise caution and reduce their speed while driving through the work zone.

SR 45 (US 41) from Peace River Bridge (010050) to south of Charlotte Avenue: Construction Project: The improvements under this contract include milling and resurfacing of the roadway, upgrading signing and pavement markings, and traffic loops.

• During construction, motorists should expect nighttime/overnight lane closures on SR 45 (US 41) southbound from the Peace River Bridge to south of Charlotte Avenue.
  • Motorists should anticipate potential delays at streets intersecting SR 45 (US 41) southbound.
  • Motorists are asked to exercise caution and reduce their speed while driving through the work zone.

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. As embankment is completed, drainage installations, subgrade mixing, curb placement, and roadway grading will continue. Sod installation, signal, ITS, and lighting work is ongoing. Noise wall installation at the Caribbean Village Community will continue until complete. 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.

I-75 From South of Bonita Beach Road to North of Alico: Construction Project: Nighttime Lane closure operations will continue Sunday Nights through Thursday Nights for resurfacing operations for the next few months.

• Beginning on Tuesday, July 8, paving operations will resume.
• Beginning the week of Tuesday, July 8, motorists can expect the northbound Alico Off-Ramp to be closed during the nighttime/overnight hours for paving. Motorists will need to utilize the posted detour.
  • Motorists traveling northbound on I-75 who want to access Alico Road can detour to Corkscrew Road eastbound and then travel northbound on Ben Hill Griffin Parkway until they reach Alico Road.
  • Motorists traveling northbound on I-75 who want to access Alico Road can detour to Daniels Parkway and then travel southbound on Treeline Avenue until they reach Alico Road.
• Beginning the week of Tuesday, July 8, motorists can expect the northbound Alico On-Ramp to be closed during the nighttime/overnight hours for paving. Motorists will need to utilize the posted detour.
  • Motorists traveling on Alico Road who want to access I-75 can detour northbound to Ben Hill Griffin Parkway and then travel on Daniels Parkway until they reach I-75.
• Beginning in June, motorists should expect to see daytime outside shoulder closures of the northbound and southbound shoulders between the Estero Parkway overpasses and Corkscrew Road interchange (MM 124 to MM 123). This is for contractor access for box culvert cleanout and maintenance.

• Daytime activities will include installation of sign bases and conduit installation for I.T.S. items.
  • This work will be performed during the daytime from inside the right-of-way, away from the travel lanes or behind shoulder closures as needed.

The current work schedule is subject to change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

US 41 (Tamiami Trail) from William Street to Peace River Bridge: Construction Project: 

• The contractor will perform drainage work at the intersection of Rhetta Esplanade and northbound US 41, which will require the closure of the side street and detour of traffic. Motorists should follow the posted detour.

• Motorists should expect double lane closures during the nighttime/overnight hours while the contractor is milling and paving the right lane of SR 45 (US 41) northbound from Virginia Avenue to Marion Street.

SR 739 from north of the Caloosahatchee River to SR 78 (Bayshore Road): Construction Project:

• Motorists should expect full-time lane closures on the middle double left turn lane on SR 739 from north of the Caloosahatchee River to SR 78.
• Motorists should expect the inside lanes to be closed on both northbound and southbound SR 739 from north of the Caloosahatchee River to SR 78.
• Motorists can expect nighttime/overnight right lane closures on SR 739 southbound and northbound from approximately Pine Island Road to Pondella Road. Work will occur between the hours of 7 p.m. through 7 a.m. Crews will be performing water main relocations.
• Over the next few weeks motorists traveling on SR 739 will not be able to access Becker Drive and they should follow the posted detour:
  • Motorists should continue on SR 739 until they reach West Mariana Avenue, then turn right (north) into Beachwood Drive, and then right again (east) to access Becker Drive.
  • Motorists wanting to access SR 739 from Becker Drive will still be able to make this movement
• Motorists should use caution as crews work on and near the roadway.
• Motorists should continue to expect the northbound SR 739 right turn-lane to eastbound SR 78 to be temporarily shifted beginning 7 p.m. During this temporary turn-lane shift, drivers can still access eastbound SR 78 via the eastbound right turn-lane but should expect to share the turn-lane with a work zone.
  • Motorists should expect this temporary eastbound turn-lane shift to last an estimated two weeks.

Please use caution in the area, as crews will be working on and near the roadway.

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

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

SR 865 (San Carlos Boulevard) from Linda Loma Drive to Kelly Road: Construction Project: The purpose of this project is to provide improvements along SR 865 with the intent of enhancing safety along the corridor.

• During construction, motorists should expect daytime and nighttime/overnight lane closures.

• Motorists should expect several left and right-turn lanes to be closed along the project limits.

• Motorists should expect a traffic shift on SR 865 northbound between Linda Loma Drive and Kelly Road for crews to facilitate concrete placement. Motorists are asked to exercise caution and reduce their speed while driving through the work zone.

US 41 Business (9th Street West) from 6th Avenue to Manatee Avenue/SR 64: Construction project: The improvements consist of milling and resurfacing, drainage upgrades, modification and removal of a left turn lane, signalization, lighting, and signing and pavement markings. Single-lane closures will occur throughout the project through completion.

• Please be alert for intermittent lane closures overnight as the contractor performs drainage improvements, signal, lighting, and resurfacing operations.
• Median work on US 41 Business northbound from 6th Avenue West to Manatee Avenue/SR 64 will continue with  intermittent lane closures from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. throughout the project. Please use caution or plan to use an alternate route.
• The left-hand turn lane going northbound on US 41 Business from 6th Avenue West to Manatee Avenue/SR 64 westbound has been permanently closed. As an alternate route, motorists wanting to go westbound on Manatee Avenue/SR 64 can turn left on 8th  Avenue West and turn right onto 10th Street West northbound and then make a left onto Manatee Avenue/SR 64.
• Project completion is expected mid-2025.

CR 664 from East of Pool Road to North of Palm Drive: Construction project: Crews have begun work on CR 664 from East of Pool Road to North Palm Drive to remove and replace Bridge No. 060034 over Little Payne Creek.

• Expect a full road closure on CR 664 between East of Pool Road and North Palm Drive starting January 6, 2025, lasting approximately 250 days.
• A detour route is in place to guide motorists safely around the construction zone. Access will be maintained for local traffic only.
• Completion is expected in late 2025.

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 mid-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 daytime shoulder closures along US 301 for shoulder construction at intersections between 25th Court East and 13th Avenue East.
• Motorists can expect intermittent nighttime shoulder widening at various intersections Sunday through Thursday for the next few weeks.
• The project’s expected completion is mid-2025.

SR 80 from Buckingham Road to Hendry County Line: Construction project: Crews will be milling and resurfacing 9.5 miles of roadway, shoulder widening, turnout construction, guardrail, drainage, signing and pavement markings and installing intelligent transportation systems.

• Motorists should expect outside lane closures on eastbound and westbound State Road 80 from Brown Road to Buckingham Road.

• Within the next few weeks, motorists should expect the turn lane into Tractor Supply off State Road 80 to be temporarily closed.

• Temporary closure of Cristobal Drive has been placed into effect.

SR 78 (Pine Island Road) from west of Chiquita Boulevard to west of Santa Barbara Boulevard: Construction Project: During construction, motorists should expect daytime and nighttime work with intermittent nighttime/overnight lane closures.

• Motorists should expect nighttime/overnight lane closures as crews begin paving operations on the mainline and the new traffic signals are hung at Nicholas Parkway, Chiquita Boulevard, and the Hancock Bridge Parkway intersection.
• Motorists traveling eastbound on Pine Island Road will not be able to access the left (northbound) turn lane onto Southwest 10th Place. Motorists are encouraged to seek an alternate route.
  • Motorists traveling eastbound SR 78 attempting to access Southwest 10th Place are encouraged to continue eastbound until they reach Nicholas Parkway and U-turn at the intersection. They can then continue westbound until they reach Southwest 10th Place.
• Motorists traveling westbound on Pine Island Road will not be able to access the left (southbound) turn lane onto Skyline Boulevard. Motorists are encouraged to seek an alternate route.
  • Motorists traveling westbound SR 78 attempting to access Skyline Boulevard are encouraged to continue westbound until they reach Chiquita Boulevard and U-turn at the intersection. They can then continue eastbound until they reach Skyline Boulevard.

· The current work schedule is subject to change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

SR 758/Bee Ridge Road at the Legacy Trail: Construction project: Crews are constructing two new pedestrian bridges and intersection improvements along the Legacy Trail in Sarasota County.

•  Limited opening: The Bee Ridge Bridge span is open for cyclists and pedestrians but is still an active construction zone. While the bridge is open, the pedestrian staircases are not yet complete. Please be aware of the potential for workers and construction vehicles in the area.
•  Lane closures: As the project is finalized, there will be occasional daytime lane closures from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Final project completion is expected late July 2025.

SR 72/Clark Road and the Legacy Trail: 

Construction project: Crews are constructing two new pedestrian bridges and intersection improvements along the Legacy Trail in Sarasota County.

•  Lane closures:  As the project is finalized, there will be occasional daytime lane closures from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
•  Detours: The next detours are expected from July 6 through July 8. Motorists can expect scheduled detours east and westbound on Clark Road from 7 p.m. through 6 a.m. The detours are necessary so crews can conduct overhead bridge construction and eventually remove the existing Legacy Trail crosswalk at Clark Road.
•  Project completion is expected in July 2025.

SR 82 from the Hendry County Line to Gator Slough Lane: Construction Project: 

Motorists should expect intermittent southbound and northbound lane closures during the daytime and nighttime/overnight hours throughout the duration of the project.

• Work consists of bridge construction, adding lanes and reconstruction, milling and resurfacing, drainage, grass median, sidewalk, guardrail, shared-use path, detention ponds excavation, signalization, lighting, and signing and pavement markings.
• Crews will be performing roadway widening, including clearing & grubbing, excavations, and embankment construction on westbound and eastbound of the roadway. Crews will be performing pile driving on the westbound of the roadway.
• Motorists should anticipate lane closures with flagging operations on State Road 82.
• Frequent and brief flagging operations are taking place throughout the day to assist trucks in safely crossing the road within project limits
• Moss Solar is putting up a solar energy field just east of project limits. They will have numerous trucks from now until mid- to late- July delivering the solar equipment out to their site, in addition to 200-300 project personnel traveling through the SR 82 corridor beginning sometime in July.
• Excavation in pond 1 with off-site hauling of materials, including work zone signage and flagging operations within project limits
• Crews plan to close Church Road beginning Saturday, June 21 through Sunday, June 22, 2025. This weekend closure will detour motorists northbound on State Road 29 and then westbound back onto the north end of Church Road (Felda Church Road).

The current work schedule is subject to change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

Motorists should use caution and be aware of construction vehicles entering and exiting the roadway throughout the duration of the project. The estimated completion date is January 2027.