SR 70 RoadWatch

View project: State Road (SR) 70 from Lorraine Road to Bourneside Boulevard Widening Project

• S.R. 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).

   

  Recently, bicyclists and pedestrians have been observed entering the work zone and using shared-use paths within the project limits. Although these areas may appear finished, construction activities are still ongoing. These areas are not open to the public and may contain open excavations, fresh asphalt, or uncured concrete, posing significant safety hazards to anyone not affiliated with the project. These roadways and shared-use paths within the work zone are clearly marked as closed with signage. Additionally, vehicles have been observed driving through closed side streets while workers are present, creating a serious risk of injury or accident.

   

  This week’s work will consist of:

  ·         Post Boulevard and existing S.R. 70 at the intersection will be have embankment placed. Drainage will be installed on Post Blvd.

  ·         Excavation of the pond on the north side of S.R. 70, west of Uihlein Road.

  ·         Forming and pouring pile caps for the easternmost S.R. 70 westbound bridge. Setting forms and mobilizing material for the bridge deck for the westernmost S.R. 70 westbound bridge.

  ·         Grading base between Bourneside Boulevard and Polo Run on the north side of S.R. 70 for shared use path.

   

  ·         Installing light conduit and foundations on the north side of S.R.70 between Uihlein Road and Bourneside Boulevard.

   

  Post Boulevard is closed to allow for the construction of the north portion of the Post Boulevard intersection. During this closure, no traffic will be permitted on Post Boulevard between S.R. 70 and Garnet Trail in either direction. A detour route is in place for traffic to utilize Rangeland Parkway and Lorraine Road. Greenbrook Boulevard will be open during this closure. This closure is in place until late August 2026.

  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.

  The estimated completion date for construction is summer 2027.

View project: SR 70 from Bourneside Boulevard to CR 675 (Waterbury Rd)

• S.R. 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 five-foot paved shoulders on both sides of the roadway, street lighting throughout the project and landscaping inside the roundabouts.

   

  ·         Grading swale and future shared use path on the south side of S.R. 70 between Lindrick Lane and Bourneside Boulevard.

   

  ·         Removing existing utility conduit on the north side of S.R. 70 at C.R. 675.

   

  ·         Installation of storm drainage at C.R. 675 on the north side of S.R. 70.

   

  ·         Installing stabilization and grading for curb at CR 675 and SR 70.

   

  C.R. 675 is closed for two months to construct the north side of the C.R. 675/Meadow Dove Lane roundabout. During the closure, no traffic will be permitted to enter or exit C.R. 675 via S.R. 70. Only emergency vehicles will be permitted through the intersection. A full detour will be in place, with message boards directing traffic along the detour route by way of S.R. 64 and Verna Bethany Road. Businesses along C.R. 675 remain open and are accessible via the posted detour.

   

  The estimated completion date for construction is summer 2027.