Drivers in Sarasota and Manatee counties can expect detours or delays in the following areas where the Florida Department of Transportation says road crews are working this week:
SARASOTA COUNTY
County Road 765/Jacaranda Boulevard and County Road 772/East Venice Avenue roundabout: This project is to perform improvements to the roundabout at the County Road 765/Jacaranda Boulevard and County Road 772/East Venice Avenue intersection; including realigning of lanes, adjusting turning curves, and installing new pavement markings and signage. Drivers should anticipate nighttime lane closures between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. This week, crews will work on installing brick pavers in the median islands. Variable message signs will be in place to alert drivers that work is underway. Drivers should use caution while traveling in the work zone. Estimated completion is spring 2017. Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC is the contractor.
I-75 (SR 93) / University Parkway Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI): Temporary intermittent single and double lane closures are in place at night/overnight on northbound and southbound I-75 Sunday, April 9 through Friday, April 14 between 8 p.m. and 7 a.m. Double lane closures begin at 11 p.m. Temporary intermittent lane closures are in place at the intersection of Cooper Creek Boulevard and University Parkway and at the intersection of Market Street and University Parkway at night/overnight on Wednesday, April 12 and Thursday, April 13 from 9 p.m. each night through 7 a.m. the following morning. Temporary intermittent single and double lane closures are in place at night/overnight on eastbound and westbound University Parkway from Cooper Creek Blvd. to Market Street Sunday, April 9 through Friday, April 14 between 9 p.m. and 7 a.m. Double lane closures begin at 10 p.m. Watch for shifts in traffic. The contractor is installing water main and storm drain throughout the project, excavating earth material, constructing the new I-75 northbound bridge, constructing sidewalk and curb and gutter, painting the panels for the noise wall, installing permanent signalization, installing guardrail, installing permanent signage, and constructing MSE walls. Watch for trucks entering and leaving the highway. Watch for changes in the speed limit. Speeding fines double when workers are present. Improvements being made as part of this project consist of constructing a diverging diamond interchange, adding an auxiliary lane on northbound and southbound I-75, constructing new bridges on I-75 over University Parkway, widening of University Parkway, widening of I-75 bridges over Errie Creek and Foley Creek, realignment of on-ramps and off-ramps at I-75/University Parkway, addition of ponds, drainage improvements, new lighting and signalization, construction of a noise wall on the west side of I-75, sidewalks, bike lanes, and pedestrian walkways. Expected completion is fall 2017. The contractor is Prince Contracting, LLC. For additional information, please visit the project website at http://www.swflroads.com/i75/university/
I-75 at Laurel Road: Crews are installing new landscaping and the I-75 and Laurel Road interchange. No lane closures are expected. Superior Landscaping & Lawn Services, Inc. is the contractor. Expected completion is spring 2017.
US 301/Tamiami Trail at 17th Street: This project is to perform pedestrian improvements at the US 301 at 17th Street intersection; including, new pedestrian crossing ramps, crosswalks, and pedestrian signals. Drivers should anticipate nighttime lane closures between 8:30 p.m. and 5 a.m. This week, crews will work on final punch list and site cleanup. Variable message signs will be in place to alert drivers that work is underway. Drivers should use caution while traveling in the work zone. Estimated completion is spring 2017. Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC is the contractor.
Business US 41 from Palermo Place to Venice Avenue: Crews are resurfacing the roadway, constructing new sidewalk and installing new bus pads. Expect nighttime/overnight lane closures while crews are working. Estimated completion is summer 2017. Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC is the contractor.
US 41 from SR 789 to Ritz Carlton Drive and sidewalk located along the north side of SR 789 from Sunset Drive to US 41 will remain closed until construction of the development located at the corner of US 41 and SR 789 is complete. Pedestrians should follow the established detour.
US 41/Venice By-Pass from Gulf Coast Boulevard to Bird Bay Drive: Crews continue installing utility and storm drain systems and constructing temporary pavement. Expect intermittent nighttime/overnight northbound and southbound lane closures from 8 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. throughout the project limits while crews are working. Ridgewood Avenue at US 41: Ridgewood Avenue at US 41 closed to thru traffic on Monday, March 6 for approximately five weeks. A detour is in place using East Venice Avenue. Motorists should be mindful of the construction signs in place and traffic control officers and use caution while traveling through the project area. Bergeron Land Development is the contractor. Expected completion is spring 2018.
US 41 over Myakkahatchee Creek: Crews are constructing new pedestrian overpasses over Myakkahatchee Creek; improving drainage; installing guardrail, and constructing new sidewalk. Expect daytime lane closures from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and nighttime/overnight lane closures from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. while crews are working. Cone & Graham, Inc. is the contractor. Expected completion is spring 2017.
US 41 from Browning Street to 11th Street: Crews are resurfacing the roadway; installing new drainage; installing highway lighting, curb and gutter; constructing new sidewalk, and installing new signing and pavement markings. Expect nighttime/overnight lane closures on US 41; US 301; Fruitville Road, and Orange Avenue while crews are working. Preferred Materials, Inc. is the contractor. Expected completion is fall 2017.
US 41 at Field Road: Crews are installing a new mast arm (traffic signal pole) at the intersection. This week, crews will be working on final punch list tasks and site cleanup. Motorists should expect lane closures during the nighttime hours; therefore, drivers should use caution while traveling in this area. Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC is the contractor. Expected completion is early spring 2017.
SR 789 at New Pass Bridge: Crews are updating the Bridge Tender house, electrical and mechanical components, and traffic gates on New Pass Bridge. Sidewalk improvements are included as well. As part of ongoing construction and to test the new electrical and mechanical components, the contractor is required to open the bridge four times per day. In an effort to minimize impacts to the public, the contractor will complete the required daily four openings between 6:30 a.m. and 8 a.m. Monday through Sunday. If the required number of openings cannot be obtained during this time period the contractor will use openings during the day during normal boat traffic. The testing period is expected to last through mid-May. Quinn Construction is the contractor. Expected completion is spring 2017.
SR 789/John Ringling Parkway at Bird Key: Crews are constructing sidewalk, installing landscaping and irrigation. Expect possible daytime lane closures from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through Friday, April 14. Use caution and expect possible delays.
SR 776 between Dartmouth Street and Jacaranda Boulevard: Crews are performing storm water pipe cleaning through late May. Expect intermittent daytime and nighttime/overnight lane closures from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. while crews are working. Use caution and expect possible delays.
SR 758/Bee Ridge Road/Osprey Avenue from Siesta Drive to Dunn Drive: The traffic currently shifts to the north from US 41/Tamiami Trail to west of Murdock Avenue. The south sidewalk remains closed behind the barrier wall & is part of the construction zone at this time. Pedestrians must use the north sidewalk from US 41/Tamiami Trail to Murdock Avenue.Traffic is now shifted to the south from Shade Avenue east to McIntosh Road as crews install storm drainage in selected areas on the north side of the roadway. The north sidewalk is closed in these locations and pedestrians will be directed to the new sidewalk on the south side of Bee Ridge Road. Please stay alert for intermittent lane closures especially during nighttime operations as well as slow moving construction vehicles throughout the project. Motorists should plan additional travel time and exercise caution as the construction operation progresses across driveways and side streets. Side street and driveway advisories: Installation of storms drains, curb and sidewalk construction continue on the south side of Bee Ridge Road. Water main work for the city of Sarasota is on-going as well. Crews are also preparing the roadbed for paving and School Avenue, East Avenue, and Dearborn Avenue may close for a day or two, one at a time, to accommodate the paving operations. Please watch for driveway closures as well through this area. Alternate driveway access is provided where needed for businesses. Crews are working on the north side of Bee Ridge installing storm drainage as well as preparing specific areas for paving. Belmont Boulevard will close this week, but other side street closures on the north side are not anticipated. Motorists should pay special attention throughout this project and follow the detour signage in place to access streets to and from Bee Ridge Road. The project consists of significant drainage improvements, removing old asphalt and resurfacing the roadway, reconstructing sidewalk, and installing new signalization in some areas. The project also includes construction of eleven (11) pedestrian refuge islands on Bee Ridge Road between Dunn Drive and US 41. Expected completion of the $17 million project is fall of 2017.
SR 758/Siesta Drive at San Remo Terrace: This project is to perform drainage improvements at the Siesta Drive at San Remo Terrace intersection; including, new storm water drainage inlets and pipes, and drainage swale improvements. Drivers should anticipate nighttime lane closures between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. on Monday, April 10th. This week, crews will work on minor resurfacing on Siesta Drive and on final punch list items and site cleanup. Variable message signs will be in place to alert drivers that work is underway. Drivers should use caution while traveling in the work zone. Estimated completion is spring 2017. Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC is the contractor.
SR 72 at Proctor Road: Crews are constructing a turn lane and driveway. Expect daytime intermittent lane closures from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Friday, April 14. Use caution and expect possible delays.
MANATEE COUNTY
I-75 (SR 93) / University Parkway Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI): Temporary intermittent single and double lane closures are in place at night/overnight on northbound and southbound I-75 Sunday, April 9 through Friday, April 14 between 8 p.m. and 7 a.m. Double lane closures begin at 11 p.m. Temporary intermittent lane closures are in place at the intersection of Cooper Creek Boulevard and University Parkway and at the intersection of Market Street and University Parkway at night/overnight on Wednesday, April 12 and Thursday, April 13 from 9 p.m. each night through 7 a.m. the following morning. Temporary intermittent single and double lane closures are in place at night/overnight on eastbound and westbound University Parkway from Cooper Creek Blvd. to Market Street Sunday, April 9 through Friday, April 14 between 9 p.m. and 7 a.m. Double lane closures begin at 10 p.m. Watch for shifts in traffic. The contractor is installing water main and storm drain throughout the project, excavating earth material, constructing the new I-75 northbound bridge, constructing sidewalk and curb and gutter, painting the panels for the noise wall, installing permanent signalization, installing guardrail, installing permanent signage, and constructing MSE walls. Watch for trucks entering and leaving the highway. Watch for changes in the speed limit. Speeding fines double when workers are present. Improvements being made as part of this project consist of constructing a diverging diamond interchange, adding an auxiliary lane on northbound and southbound I-75, constructing new bridges on I-75 over University Parkway, widening of University Parkway, widening of I-75 bridges over Errie Creek and Foley Creek, realignment of on-ramps and off-ramps at I-75/University Parkway, addition of ponds, drainage improvements, new lighting and signalization, construction of a noise wall on the west side of I-75, sidewalks, bike lanes, and pedestrian walkways. Expected completion is fall 2017. The contractor is Prince Contracting, LLC. For additional information, please visit the project website at http://www.swflroads.com/i75/university/
US 301 from 19th Street to 60th Avenue: Crews are removing old asphalt and resurfacing the roadway; installing guardrail and new signing and pavement markings. Expect nighttime/overnight lane closures while crews are working. AJAX Paving Industries of Florida LLC, is the contractor. Expected completion is summer 2017.
US 301 from Canal Road to 19th Avenue East: Crews are installing new pipes and sidewalk. Expect possible eastbound lane closures through Friday, April 14 while crews are working. Use caution and expect possible delays.
US 301 from Canal Road to 19th Avenue East: Crews are resurfacing the roadway. Expect nighttime/overnight eastbound lane closures from 9 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. through Friday, April 14. Use caution and expect possible delays.
SR 684/Cortez Road at 20th Street W: This project is to perform pedestrian improvements at the SR 684/Cortez Road at 20th Street W intersection; including, new pedestrian crossing ramps, crosswalks, and pedestrian signals. This week, crews will work on final punch list and site cleanup. Variable message signs are in place to alert drivers that work is underway. Motorists should anticipate lane closures and should use caution while traveling in the work zone. Estimated completion is spring 2017. Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC is the contractor.
SR 70 from 301 Boulevard to Tara Boulevard: Crews are resurfacing the roadway and making signal upgrades. Expect daytime and/or nighttime/overnight lane closures while crews are working. Daytime construction work continues along SR 70 reconstructing concrete curbs and sidewalks for ADA improvements from 301st Boulevard E/15th Street E with periodic lane closures. Expect nightly lane closures Sunday through Thursday while crews are resurfacing the roadway. Expected completion is late summer 2017. The contractor is Superior Asphalt, Inc.
SR 70 at Greenbrook Boulevard West: Crews are installing a new traffic signal, crosswalks with pedestrian signals, and street lighting at the intersection. Motorists should expect daytime or nighttime lane closures; therefore, drivers should use caution while traveling in this area. This week, crews will be performing work on traffic signal construction and road striping. Expected completion is spring 2017. Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC is the contractor.