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:

   

  ·         Greenbrook will be reopened on May 12th during a traffic shift to place traffic on S.R. 70 onto new asphalt. This traffic switch will involve temporary stoppages of traffic and flagging to install temporary pavement markings and remove old markings. Post Boulevard will be closed at this time.

  ·         Post Boulevard and existing S.R. 70 at the intersection will be milled and excavated.

  ·         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.

   

  Greenbrook Boulevard is closed until May 2026 to allow for the construction of the south portion of the Greenbrook Boulevard intersection. During this time, no traffic is permitted on Greenbrook Boulevard between S.R. 70 and Skip Jack Loop in either direction. The north side of Greenbrook Boulevard and S.R. 70 will remain open. A full detour route and message boards are in place in advance of the closure.

   

  Post Boulevard will be closed starting on May 12, 2026, to allow for the construction of the north portion of the Post Boulevard intersection. At that time, no traffic will be permitted on Post Boulevard between S.R. 70 and Garnet Trail in either direction. A detour route will be in place for traffic to utilize Rangeland Parkway and Lorraine Road. Greenbrook Boulevard will be open during this closure. This closure will be in place for 90 days.

   

  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.

• 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).

   

  Notice - Motorists should expect a temporary full closure of the intersection at C.R. 675 and S.R. 70 to through traffic as part of the ongoing S.R. 70 Improvement Project. Work under this closure will include the construction of the north side of the S.R. 70 roundabout at C.R. 675. During this time, only emergency vehicles will be permitted through the intersection. A detour will be in place. Motorists should use caution and follow posted detour signage.

   

  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:

  ·         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 sidewalk at the Greenbrook Boulevard and Post Boulevard intersection on the south side of S.R. 70. Paving the shared use path at the Greenbrook Blvd. intersection.

  ·         Grading and paving the westbound shoulder on S.R. 70 east of Lorraine Road. Flaggers will be in use during this work. Please use caution when traveling through the area and remain alert for flagging operations and changes to the Maintenance of Traffic (MOT).

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

   

  Greenbrook Boulevard is closed until May 2026 to allow for the construction of the south portion of the Greenbrook Boulevard intersection. During this time, no traffic is permitted on Greenbrook Boulevard between S.R. 70 and Skip Jack Loop in either direction. The north side of Greenbrook Boulevard and S.R. 70 will remain open. A full detour route and message boards are in place in advance of the closure.

   

  Post Boulevard will be closed starting on May 12, 2026, to allow for the construction of the north portion of the Post Boulevard intersection. At that time, no traffic will be permitted on Post Boulevard between S.R. 70 and Garnet Trail in either direction. A detour route will be in place for traffic to utilize Rangeland Parkway and Lorraine Road. Greenbrook Boulevard will be open during this closure. This closure will be in place for 90 days.

   

   

  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.

   

  Please refrain from entering the work zone. For the safety of all, please stay out of the work area.

   

  This week’s work will consist of:

   

  ·         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.

   

  ·         Demolition of existing roadway on S.R. 70 at the C.R. 675 intersection and installing embankment.

   

  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.

• 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.

   

  Notice - Motorists should expect a temporary full closure of the intersection at C.R. 675 and S.R. 70 to through traffic as part of the ongoing S.R. 70 Improvement Project. Work under this closure will include the construction of the north side of the S.R. 70 roundabout at C.R. 675. During this time, only emergency vehicles will be permitted through the intersection. A detour will be in place. Motorists should use caution and follow posted detour signage.

   

  Please refrain from entering the work zone. New pavement has recently been installed that gives the impression of completed areas of work, but these areas are still active and use by non-project staff is a safety hazard as trucks, equipment, and work is ongoing. All new shared use paths and roadways remain closed until further notice. The work zone is an active construction area. For the safety of all, please stay out of the work area.

   

  This week’s work will consist of:

   

  ·         Grading and compacting base material for the shared use path on the north side of S.R. 70 between 213th Street and 225th Street.

   

  ·         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.

   

  ·         Demolition of existing roadway on S.R. 70 at the C.R. 675 intersection and installing embankment.

   

  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 SR 64 and Verna Bethany Road. Businesses along CR 675 remain open and are accessible via the posted detour.

  The estimated completion date for construction is Summer 2027.

View project: S.R. 70 from Peace River to SE Baker Street

• S.R. 70 from Peace River to Southeast Baker Street: Construction project: Crews will reconstruct approximately 3.4 miles of S.R. 70 within the City of Arcadia. The project includes the installation of new drainage facilities, relocation and addition of sanitary and water and utilities, upgrading traffic signals, reconstructing sidewalks, and installing street lighting in various locations. During construction, lane closures will occur on S.R. 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 S.R. 70 traffic is currently using the right lane from the Peace River to Baldwin Avenue. Between Baldwin Avenue and Dade Avenue, traffic shifts to the left lane, then back to the right lane past Dade Avenue. No lane restrictions are in place past Baker Street.
  • Westbound S.R. 70 traffic shifts onto the south side of the roadway past Baker Street to facilitate the construction of a new box culvert. Past Roger Avenue, traffic utilizes the newly constructed left lane to Hillsborough Avenue. Between Hillsborough Avenue and Manatee Avenue, westbound traffic is currently utilizing the right lane. At Manatee Avenue, traffic switches into the newly constructed left lane. No lane restrictions are in place past the Peace River.
  • Nearby City of Arcadia, utility and roadway construction on adjacent side streets along the project is ongoing, requiring the closure of certain streets at S.R. 70. Motorists are urged to follow all detour signs and expect delays while this work continues.
  • Motorists are urged to use caution when approaching traffic shifts and to follow all lane markings and posted signage.
  • Estimated completion is early to mid-2027.