Charlotte County RoadWatch

View project: U.S. 41 at Midway Boulevard

• This project is estimated to begin in October 2026.

View project: State Road 45 from south of Aqui Esta Drive to south of Carmalita Street

• U.S. 41 (Tamiami Trail) from south of Aqui Esta Drive to south of Carmalita Street: Construction project: This project delivers roadway improvements that focus on the milling and resurfacing of the roadway. Additionally, there will be upgrades to drainage, sidewalks, signage, and pavement markings.

  ·        Motorists and Pedestrians can expect to encounter sidewalk improvements, including concrete removal and installation at intersections and throughout the project area, throughout October.

  ·        Motorists can expect nighttime/overnight lane closures throughout the project.

  o   Pedestrians should expect sidewalk detours and should follow all posted signage.

   

View project: SR 31 from Bayshore Road (SR 78) to Horseshoe Road/Lake Babcock Drive

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  S.R. 31 from S.R. 78 (Bayshore Road) to Lake Babcock Drive: Construction project: The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District One, is making improvements to S.R. 31 from S.R. 78 (Bayshore Road) to Lake Babcock Drive. These interim improvements include building a new four-lane roadway east of the existing S.R. 31 roadway that will tie-in to the existing two-lane roadway. Additional improvements to the project corridor include separated multi-use trail facilities along both sides of S.R. 31, lighting enhancements at all major intersections, and significant enhancements to stormwater facilities. Anticipated completion is spring 2027.

   

  • Motorists can expect the temporary traffic signal located at State Road 31 and Saw Palmetto Parkway to enter its flashing yellow (burn-in) phase beginning Sunday, October 18, 2026.
    • The flashing yellow phase serves as a warning to motorists that a new signal is in place and will soon become fully operational. An additional update will be provided when the new signal is scheduled to become fully operational.

  As always, changing traffic patterns can cause confusion among motorists. Motorists are reminded to exercise caution, stay alert, and follow all posted regulatory signage while driving through the construction zone. We will continue to keep you updated regarding any changes to the traffic pattern. 

   

View project: US 41 (Tamiami Trail) from William Street to the Peace River Bridge

• U.S. 41 (Tamiami Trail) from William Street to Peace River Bridge: Construction project: The contractor is working to activate the new signals and lighting along U.S. 41 northbound. Final asphalt paving is expected to begin, changing the configuration of U.S. 41 northbound from three lanes to two lanes with dedicated turn lanes.

  ·        As of Wednesday, October 14, 2026, the new signal located at U.S. 41 northbound and Retta Esplanade went into its flashing yellow phase (burn-in) period.

  o   The flashing yellow phase serves as a warning to motorists that a new signal is in place and will soon become fully operational. An additional update will be provided when the new signal is scheduled to become fully operational.

  ·        Expect potential lane closures for crews to work on signalization and lighting.

  ·        Motorists can expect to see thermoplastic operations take place during the nighttime/overnight hours.

  ·        Expect potential overnight road closures as crews pave the roadway and restripe to the new road configuration.

  o   Detours will be instituted to guide motorists around the closed sections of roadway. The right turn lane at Taylor Street to U.S. 41 northbound will be closed to allow motorists to adjust to the new configuration.

  ·        Motorists should use caution and expect to see trucks moving throughout the project.

  ·        The above activities are subject to change based on weather and unforeseen conditions. Expected completion in fall 2026.

View project: SR 35 (US 17) from US 41 to Bermont Road

• S.R. 35 (U.S. 17) from Tamiami Trail (U.S. 41) to Bermont Road: Construction project: The contractor is continuing to place the final friction course, starting at Bermont Road towards Marlympia.

  • Motorists can expect to see thermoplastic operations take place during the nighttime/overnight hours along U.S. 17 (S.R. 35) in both eastbound and westbound directions.
  • Motorists can expect to see construction vehicles working along the side of the highway.
  • Motorists should use caution and expect to see trucks moving throughout the project.
  • The above activities are subject to change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. Expected completion is fall 2026.