US 41 RoadWatch

View project: U.S. 41 at Midway Boulevard

• This project is estimated to begin in October 2026.

View project: US 41 from Edwards Drive to Magellan Drive

• U.S. 41/ State Road (S.R.) 45 from Edwards Drive to Magellan Drive: Construction project: The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will begin milling and resurfacing U.S. 41/ S.R. 45 from Edwards Drive to Magellan Drive,  U.S. 41/S.R. 45 from south of General Spaatz Boulevard to north of Edwards Drive and U.S. 41/S.R. 45 over Bowlees Creek Bridge. Improvements will also include median modifications, lighting, signalization, drainage, curb and gutter, and guardrail removal/replacement within the project limits. Part of the project will include median modifications to the center lane, where raised medians will be installed to increase safety and reduce conflict points along the corridor. The project spans just over 2.5 miles.

  • Motorists should expect temporary median barriers to be in place while median modifications are underway. Watch for changes to traffic patterns, lane shifts, lane closures and the potential for construction vehicles entering/exiting the work areas.
  • Motorists can expect temporary daytime/overnight lane closures with lane shifts and the potential for uneven lanes throughout the project limits.
  • Motorists can expect typical construction sounds from construction equipment during daytime /overnight hours.

  • Pedestrians may encounter sidewalk construction and detours throughout the project. Please use caution and follow signage.

  • Estimated completion is early 2028.

   

   

View project: State Road 45 from south of Aqui Esta Drive to south of Carmalita Street

• U.S. 41 (Tamiami Trail) from south of Aqui Esta Drive to south of Carmalita Street: Construction project: This project delivers roadway improvements that focus on the milling and resurfacing of the roadway. Additionally, there will be upgrades to drainage, sidewalks, signage, and pavement markings.

  ·        Motorists and Pedestrians can expect to encounter sidewalk improvements, including concrete removal and installation at intersections and throughout the project area, throughout October.

  ·        Motorists can expect nighttime/overnight lane closures throughout the project.

  o   Pedestrians should expect sidewalk detours and should follow all posted signage.

   

View project: Edison Bridge and U.S. 41 Bridge Over Caloosahatchee River

• NOTICE:

  No new updates

   

  Below are the normal working and operational hours -

  *Please note that the construction schedule is subject to change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.*

  U.S. 41 Business over Edison Bridge (#120157 and #120158): Construction project: Beginning Friday, July 31, through Winter 2026, between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m., motorists should expect intermittent nighttime/overnight northbound and southbound lane closures on the Edison Bridge. Crews will be performing work on bridge joints. Motorists should use caution as they travel through the work zone.

  U.S. 41 over the Caloosahatchee Bridge (#120002): Construction project: Beginning Thursday, May 21, through Winter 2026, between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m., motorists should expect intermittent nighttime/overnight northbound and southbound lane closures on the Caloosahatchee Bridge. Crews will be conducting pile jacket work. Motorists should use caution as they travel through the work zone.

View project: SR 777 River Road from US 41 to I-75

• SR 777 River Road from I-75 to US 41: Construction project: Maintenance and erosion control work are ongoing. Pothole maintenance will continue as necessary on all current travel ways through the project. Crews will continue to closeout work. Please use caution and follow all road work and regulatory signs when traveling through the project. 

   

View project: US 41 (Tamiami Trail) from William Street to the Peace River Bridge

• U.S. 41 (Tamiami Trail) from William Street to Peace River Bridge: Construction project: The contractor is working to activate the new signals and lighting along U.S. 41 northbound. Final asphalt paving is expected to begin, changing the configuration of U.S. 41 northbound from three lanes to two lanes with dedicated turn lanes.

  ·        As of Wednesday, October 14, 2026, the new signal located at U.S. 41 northbound and Retta Esplanade went into its flashing yellow phase (burn-in) period.

  o   The flashing yellow phase serves as a warning to motorists that a new signal is in place and will soon become fully operational. An additional update will be provided when the new signal is scheduled to become fully operational.

  ·        Expect potential lane closures for crews to work on signalization and lighting.

  ·        Motorists can expect to see thermoplastic operations take place during the nighttime/overnight hours.

  ·        Expect potential overnight road closures as crews pave the roadway and restripe to the new road configuration.

  o   Detours will be instituted to guide motorists around the closed sections of roadway. The right turn lane at Taylor Street to U.S. 41 northbound will be closed to allow motorists to adjust to the new configuration.

  ·        Motorists should use caution and expect to see trucks moving throughout the project.

  ·        The above activities are subject to change based on weather and unforeseen conditions. Expected completion in fall 2026.

View project: SR 35 (US 17) from US 41 to Bermont Road

• S.R. 35 (U.S. 17) from Tamiami Trail (U.S. 41) to Bermont Road: Construction project: The contractor is continuing to place the final friction course, starting at Bermont Road towards Marlympia.

  • Motorists can expect to see thermoplastic operations take place during the nighttime/overnight hours along U.S. 17 (S.R. 35) in both eastbound and westbound directions.
  • Motorists can expect to see construction vehicles working along the side of the highway.
  • Motorists should use caution and expect to see trucks moving throughout the project.
  • The above activities are subject to change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. Expected completion is fall 2026.