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View project: CORTEZ RD (SR 684) FROM 86TH ST W TO W OF 30TH ST W
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Cortez Road (S.R. 684) from 86th Street West to West of 30th Street West: Construction project: The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) began milling and resurfacing Cortez Road (S.R. 684) from 86th Street West to west of 30th Street West in mid-summer 2026. Improvements will also include drainage, sidewalk improvements, signal work, mast arm replacement and ITS additions within the project limits. The project spans just over 3.47 miles.
- The eastbound traffic shift on Cortez Road from 66th Street West to Timber Lane will remain in place as well as the westbound left turn lane closure and detour at 66th Street.
- ·On eastbound Cortez Road there will be a temporary closure of the left turn lane onto 63rd Street West. Please use caution in the area and follow detour signage.
- On westbound Cortez Road there will be a temporary lane shift between 66th Street and 63rd Street starting October 15.
- Motorists can expect intermittent daytime/nighttime lane closures throughout the project limits.
- Please be aware there may be uneven areas of pavement while work is in progress.
- Noise from construction equipment can be expected while work is underway.
- Pedestrians can expect detours where sidewalks are being repaired or replaced.
- Please follow signage and watch for workers in and near the roadway during daytime and nighttime hours.
- The estimated completion is late 2027.