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.

**​​​​​​​UPDATE TO TURN LANE CLOSURE TIME**

• Beginning Monday, January 12, through January 16, the eastbound, outside turn lane from Pondella Road to southbound Business 41 (S.R. 739) will be closed during the daytime hours, beginning at approximately 10 a.m. 
•  On Tuesday, January 20, the eastbound, outside turn lane from Pondella Road to southbound Business 41 (S.R. 739) will be closed during the daytime hours, beginning at approximately 10 a.m.
•  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.

 Please note that the construction schedule may change due to weather or other unexpected conditions.

For real-time traffic updates, visit FL511.com.