Lee County RoadWatch

View project: I-75 at Daniels Parkway Interchange Improvements

• 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. 

    

  • During the nighttime/overnight hours of 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. from Sunday, March 29 through Thursday, April 2, motorists should anticipate lane closures on northbound I-75 for crews to work on temporary roadway construction. 

   

  • Crews are working on widening at the southbound I-75 off-ramp and Daniels Parkway.  

   

  • Crews are working on earthwork and underground drainage throughout the project area. 

   

  • Please note that the westbound lanes on Daniels Parkway, west of I-75, are shifted slightly to the south, then back to the north. Traffic on the southbound I-75 off-ramp has also shifted to the east. Please pay attention to signs and pavement marking and drive with caution.   

   

  • Motorists are advised that the speed limit has been reduced in the project area. Please follow all posted signage. 

   

  • Pedestrian access has been shifted to the south side of Daniels Parkway. Please follow signs and proceed with caution in the work zone. 

   

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

   

  • When necessary, motorists should anticipate lane closures on I-75 between 9 p.m. and 7 a.m. and on Daniels Parkway between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m., with the exception of three hours before, during and three hours after Spring Training baseball games at Hammond Stadium and Jet Blue Park. 

   

  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.  

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

• • Beginning Monday, March 16, 2026, motorists should expect to see construction begin on the roundabout at Babcock Road/State Road 31 and Lake Babcock Drive.
    • The contractor will temporarily close Lake Babcock Drive to construct the planned roundabout at the intersection. During this closure, drivers will need to enter and exit Babcock Ranch via detours using Cypress Parkway, Greenway Boulevard, and Saw Palmetto Parkway.
    • ​​​​​​​This temporary closure is expected to remain in place through July.

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  • Beginning the week of February 2, motorists should expect reduced speeds along Babcock Ranch Road/State Road 31 as the contractor initiates construction activities for the planned roundabout at Lake Babcock Drive. These operations will be conducted during the daytime and nighttime/overnight hours.
    • 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: SR 80 from Veronica Shoemaker Boulevard to Kingston Drive

• SR 80 (Palm Beach Boulevard) from Veronica S Shoemaker Boulevard to Kingston Drive: Construction Project: 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 80 from Veronica Shoemaker Boulevard to Kingston Drive.

  • Motorists should expect intermittent nighttime/overnight lane closures on the inside and outside, east and westbound lanes throughout the duration of the project. Closures will take place between 7:30 p.m. and 6 a.m.
  • Pedestrians should expect a sidewalk closure at the southwest corner of Ortiz Avenue
    • Pedestrians will need to cross Ortiz Avenue from the south side of the roadway to the north side of the roadway.
  • Pedestrians should expect a sidewalk closure at Carolina Avenue.
    • Pedestrians will need to cross Ortiz Avenue from the south side of the roadway to the north side of the roadway.
  • Pedestrians should expect a sidewalk closure at Waverly Avenue.
    • Pedestrians will need to cross Ortiz Avenue from the north side of the roadway to the south side of the roadway.

  -WORK BY OTHERS:-

  SR 80 (Palm Beach Boulevard) at Marion Street to Terry Avenue: Permit Project:

  • Motorists should expect a closure beginning Sunday, November 2, 2025. A detour will be set in place to facilitate a road closure on Marion Street, set in place by the city of Fort Myers utilities. Detour signs are to be set in place on the City of Fort Myers and FDOT right-of-way.

   

View project: SR 82 from Ford Street to Veronica Shoemaker Boulevard

• 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.

View project: SR 739 from north of the Caloosahatchee River to SR 78 (Bayshore Road)

• 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 S.R. 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.
  • Estimated completion of the project has been adjusted due to project resequencing in response to addressing community concerns. Estimated completion is early 2026.
  • Please note that the construction schedule may change due to weather or other unexpected conditions.
  • For real-time traffic updates, visit FL511.com.

View project: SR 80 from Buckingham Road to Hendry County Line

• 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 intermittent shoulder and turn lane closures in order for crews to complete punch list items.
  • Please note that the construction schedule may change due to weather or other unexpected conditions.