FDOT RoadWatch Report for August 3 - August 9, 2025

This weekly report is prepared by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to inform the public about upcoming road work in Southwest Florida. Below are the work schedule and lane closure locations for major state road projects in the Heartland counties.

Motorists are reminded to wear safety belts and drive with caution, courtesy, common sense, and patience as they travel through work zones. Remember, speeding fines are doubled in work zones.

As a reminder, travelers can visit www.FL511.com or dial “511” from their phone to learn about traffic conditions on major roadways across the state.

If you know before you go, you can plan accordingly and save time and money.

OKEECHOBEE COUNTY

SR 15 (US 441) from NW 20th Lane to NW 30th Lane: Construction project: Crews

will be performing curb ramp replacements and installing sidewalk, curb, and

gutter at various locations along SR 15.

• Northbound and southbound single lane closures will occur throughout the

project, with traffic being reduced to one lane as needed.

• Motorists should be aware of changing traffic patterns, heavy equipment, and

workers present in the construction zone.

• Use caution when traveling through the area and obey posted signage and

flagging operations. The estimated remaining duration of activities is 1 week.

SR 15 (US 98) from SE 30th Terrace to the Martin County Line: Construction project:

will begin resurfacing work on SR 15 (US 98) from SE 30th Terrace to the Martin

County line in August 2025. The project includes pavement resurfacing, grinding,

new pavement markings, and shoulder treatment.

• Motorists should be aware of changing traffic patterns, heavy equipment, and

workers present in the construction zone.

• Use caution when traveling through the area and obey posted signage and

flagging operations.

Estimated project completion is early 2026.

SR 15 from NE 39th Blvd to NE 120th St: Construction project: Crews are performing

milling and resurfacing operations along this segment of SR 15.

• Beginning Monday, July 28, 2025, daytime lane closures will occur from 7

a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

• Northbound or southbound lanes will be reduced to one lane as needed.

• Motorists should be aware of changing traffic patterns, heavy equipment, and

workers present in the construction zone. Use caution when traveling through

the area and obey posted signage.

Estimated remaining duration of activities: 4–5 weeks

Overall project completion is expected in summer 2026.

Districtwide Movable Bridges (Okeechobee County): Construction Project: The

Florida Department of Transportation is installing Intelligent Transportation

Systems (ITS) at the US 41/US 98 (SR 700) Taylor Creek Bridge in Okeechobee

County. This project includes the installation of pedestrian/bicycle detection

systems, conduits and electrical components, and connection to bridge tender

buildings.

• Bridge work is anticipated to take 3-4 weeks to complete construction.

• Motorists are advised that there will be intermittent sidewalk and lane closures

throughout the duration of construction.

• Motorists should expect lane closures during the nighttime/overnight hours

from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.

• Motorists are advised to use caution in the construction zone.

Variable message signs will be in place to alert drivers that work is underway.

Estimated completion of construction is in October 2025.

DESOTO COUNTY

SR 70 from Peace River to Southeast Baker Street: Construction project: Crews will

reconstruct approximately 3.4 miles of SR 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 SR 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 SR 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. Traffic

continues in the south lane until Roger Avenue, where it shifts back to the

north lane. No lane restrictions are in place past Baker Street.

• Westbound SR 70 traffic remains in the right lane until Volusia Avenue, where

it shifts to the left lane. Between Polk Avenue and Monroe Avenue, traffic

shifts back to the right lane. No lane restrictions are in place past the Peace

River.

• Westbound traffic between Volusia Avenue and Polk Avenue is expected to

shift from the left lane to the right lane within the next month.

• On the weekend of August 8, 2025, overnight work will take place at the

intersection of northbound US 17 and westbound SR 70 (Hickory Street). A

truck detour will be in place for vehicles turning from northbound US 17 to

westbound SR 70 for part of the weekend. Truck drivers should follow posted

detour signs and use caution in the area.

Estimated completion is early to mid 2027

SR 70 from DCI (Desoto Correctional Institution) to Desoto/Highlands County

Line: Utility maintenance project: Crews will be installing new utility wires and

replacing existing poles.

• Utility work is expected to continue through December 2025. Utility crews and

equipment will be active throughout the corridor.

• Motorists should expect intermittent daytime and nighttime lane closures with

one-lane flagging operations in place.

• Motorists should expect intermittent daytime lane closures along SR 70 as

crews replace poles and install new wiring. Lane closures will be controlled

by flagging operations.

• Motorists should use caution in the area and watch for workers and

equipment in the work zone.

GLADES COUNTY

US 27 (SR 25) at SR 78 Intersection: Construction project: Crews will be

reconstructing the intersection with concrete pavement. Other improvements

include milling, resurfacing, drainage, guardrail, signing, and pavement

markings. Please use caution in the area and watch for workers, traffic signage,

detours, and equipment throughout the project.

SR 78 is closed between US 27 for roadway reconstruction, with the closure in

effect through August 22, 2025. Both eastbound and westbound turn lanes from

US 27 to SR 78 are also closed during this time. Traffic traveling to and from SR

78 should follow posted signage and use Industrial Drive as a detour route.

Estimated completion is fall 2025.

SR 78 Lakeport: Maintenance project: Crews will be working along the shoulder,

resetting guardrail on westbound SR 78 between Old Lakeport Road and US 27.

• One westbound lane closure will be in place as needed during this operation.

• Motorists should use caution in the area and watch for workers, equipment,

and signage.

Expected completion is September 2025.

SR 78 over Fisheating Creek Bridge and Herbert Hoover Bridge: Construction

project: Crews began bridge repair and rehabilitation work on SR 78 at the

Fisheating Creek Bridge and Herbert Hoover Bridge.

• Motorists should anticipate shoulder closures in both northbound and

southbound directions, extending through the weekend.

• Use caution when traveling through the area and obey posted signage

Estimated completion is late 2025

HARDEE COUNTY

CR 664 from East of Pool Road to North of Palm Drive: Construction project: Crews

have begun work on CR 664 from east of Pool Road to north of Palm Drive to

remove and replace Bridge No. 060034 over Little Payne Creek.

• Expect a full road closure on CR 664 between East of Pool Road and North

Palm Drive starting January 6, 2025, lasting approximately 250 days.

• A detour route is in place to guide motorists safely around the construction

zone. Access will be maintained for local traffic only.

Completion is expected in late 2025.

SR 66 from US 17 (SR 35) to Charlie Creek: Construction project: Crews will mill and

resurface SR 66 from US 17 to Charlie Creek. Improvements will include milling

and resurfacing. Motorists expect a detour for phase I reconstruction at Merle

Langford Road when the westbound lane of SR 66 is closed for construction.

Eastbound SR 66 will remain open throughout. Other improvements consist of

sidewalk construction, drainage structures, guardrails, curb and gutter, new

pavement markings and other safety improvements. Please use caution in the

area and watch for workers, traffic signage, detours and equipment throughout

the project.

• The detour will remain in place throughout the duration of the project.

Westbound SR 66 was closed from Merle Langford Road to US 17, with

traffic detoured via Steve Roberts Special and SR 64. Eastbound SR 66

remained open.

• Phase II reconstruction work began on June 24, 2025. Westbound SR 66

remains closed, with the same detour route in effect. This phase supports

additional resurfacing and safety improvements. Portable message signs and

barricades are in place. Temporary pedestrian routes are provided where

sidewalks are closed.

• A temporary signal is operating 24/7 for an eastbound closure from Nursery

Road to Oak Thicket Lane, scheduled from July to August 2025.

• Daytime lane closures and flagging will also be in place on both westbound

and eastbound SR 66 from Farrell Road to Oak Thicket Lane, from August 4

to August 8, 2025, between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. for rumble strip operations.

Motorists should expect long closures and extended queues

• Motorists should anticipate longer delays in queues, follow posted signs, and

consider alternative routes.

Estimated project completion is early 2026

HENDRY COUNTY

SR 25 (US 27) from Stitt Ranch to west of Flaghole Road: Construction project:

Crews will begin milling and resurfacing work on SR 25 (US 27) from Stitt Ranch to

west of Flaghole Road in Hendry County. The project includes guardrail improvements,

drainage enhancements, updated signage, and new pavement markings.

• Motorists should anticipate single-lane closures in both eastbound and

westbound directions for the installation of work zone signs, erosion control

devices, drainage improvements, removal and replacement of guardrail,

placement of miscellaneous asphalt pavement, and milling and resurfacing

of the mainline.

• Drivers should use caution in the area and watch for workers and equipment

in the construction zone

Estimated completion of construction is in Summer 2026.

Districtwide Movable Bridges (Hendry County): Construction Project: The Florida

Department of Transportation is installing Intelligent Transportation Systems

(ITS) at the SR 29 (Bridge Street) Caloosahatchee River Bridge (Labelle) in

Hendry County. Construction began Sunday, June 15, 2025. This project

includes the installation of pedestrian/bicycle detection systems, conduits and

electrical components, and connection to bridge tender buildings.

• Bridge work is anticipated to take 3-4 weeks to complete construction.

• Motorists are advised that there will be intermittent sidewalk and lane

closures throughout the duration of construction.

• Motorists should expect lane closures during the nighttime/overnight hours

from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.

• Motorists are advised to use caution in the construction zone.

Variable message signs will be in place to alert drivers that work is underway.

Estimated completion of construction is in October 2025.

HIGHLANDS COUNTY

US 98 (State Road 700) from East of Floral Drive to East of County Road 621:

Construction project: Crews have begun milling, resurfacing, and widening the

roadway. The project also includes drainage enhancements, guardrail upgrades,

and updated signage.

• Shoulder closures will be in place on both northbound and southbound US

98 for drainage improvements from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

• US 98 will be reduced to one lane with flagging operations to allow for

construction activities. Three-mile closures will resume next week to

accommodate paving operations.

• Motorists should use caution in the area and watch for workers and

equipment in the construction zone and upgrading guardrails and updating

signage.

Estimated completion is expected in late 2025.

SR 17 from Roberta Avenue to Pasadena Avenue in Sebring: Utility permit project:

Duke Energy crews will be performing utility improvements along SR 17,

including pole replacements, transformer upgrades, and overhead line

reconductoring as part of a storm hardening initiative. Tree trimming will also

take place to ensure proper clearance from electrical infrastructure.

• Work will occur along SR 17 between Roberta Avenue and Pasadena

Avenue in Sebring.

• Activities include utility pole replacement, line upgrades, transformer

installation, and vegetation management.

• No lane closures are currently anticipated; however, motorists may encounter

shoulder work and intermittent traffic impacts. Flaggers may be present to

assist with safe traffic flow.

Motorists should use caution in the area and be alert for crews and equipment

near the roadway.

SR 25 (US 27SR 25 (US 27) at Stryker Road / CR 17A: Permit project: Crews are

reconstructing medians and turn lanes on SR 25 (US 27), both north and south

of the intersection with Stryker Road and CR 17A.

• Motorists should use caution in the area and watch for workers and

equipment in the construction zone.

Anticipated project completion is late 2025

SR 25 (US 27) from Shoreline Drive to Davis and Gaines Road and SR 25 (US 27)

from North of Tower Street to South of Tower Street: Construction project:

Crews are reconstructing rigid pavement on SR 25 (US 27) from north of Tower

Street to south of Tower Street. Additionally, milling and resurfacing work is

ongoing on US 27 from Shoreline Drive to Davis and Gaines Road.

• Traffic has been shifted to the northbound side of the intersection on US 27

at Dal Hall Boulevard and Tower Street for Phase Two. Motorists should

expect daytime and nighttime lane closures on both northbound and

southbound lanes throughout the project limits.

• Nighttime lane closure on US 27 and Interlake Boulevard / CR 621

intersection to construct a new signalized intersection.

• Southbound outside lane closures are in place between E Royal Palm Street

and Shoreline Drive.

• Median access at CR 29, the driveway of 1506 US-27 (Happy Chef

Restaurant), and Old State Road 8 will be permanently closed to improve

safety and traffic flow.

• Motorists should use caution, as a new median configuration is in place at

Heartland Boulevard.

• Motorists should anticipate an inside lane closure northbound and

southbound between Shoreline Drive and Interlake Boulevard for median

widening.

• Shoulder closures are ongoing in both directions between Shoreline Drive

and south of Interlake Boulevard, and from Lake Clay Drive South to Tomoka

Boulevard North, for the lighting scope of work.

• Temporary driveway closures at Wawa and Mobil will continue through July

and into August 2025.

• Motorists should use caution in the area and watch for workers and

equipment in the construction zone.

Anticipated completion is late 2026.

SR 25 (US 27) from South of Horn Road to South of Shoreline Drive: Construction

project: Crews have begun milling, resurfacing, and widening the roadway. The

project includes enhancing drainage, installing and upgrading guardrails, and

adding concrete pavement markings and signage.

• Motorists should expect daytime and nighttime lane closures on the

northbound and southbound outside lanes of US 27, as well as construction

activity at the intersection of SR 70.

• Intermittent lane closures for paving operations resume and will continue

throughout the duration of the project. Three-mile Lane closures will be in

place in both northbound and southbound directions to accommodate this

work.

• Motorists should use caution, follow posted signs, and watch for workers and

equipment in the construction zone.

Estimated completion is expected in early 2026.

Lakeview Drive (SR 17) near Ridgewood Drive in Sebring: Utility permit project:

Crews began utility work along Lakeview Drive on Monday, June 2, 2025, at the

north end where Lakeview and Ridgewood Drive merge.

• Lane closures will be in place throughout the work zone. During crane

operations, both travel lanes on Lakeview Drive will be closed, and traffic

will be shifted using the center turn lane.

• Motorists should use caution in the area and watch for workers, signs, and

equipment.

Estimated completion is December 2025

SR 66 from South Orange Blossom Boulevard to US 27 (SR 25): Permit project:

Crews will install aerial and underground fiber optic lines for Glades Electric,

including 9,290 feet of fiber on existing poles and 4,054 feet in new conduit with

10 handholes.

• Work takes place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

• Traffic will alternate with one lane at a time, and both lanes will be open

outside working hours. Motorists should use caution and watch for workers

in the work zone.

SR 66 from Payne Road to US 27 (State Road 25): Utility permit project: Crews are

installing new utility wires and replacing existing poles along State Road 66.

Additional work includes the installation of underground utilities.

• Watch for shoulder closures and workers near the roadway.

• Motorists should use caution in the area and be alert for equipment and

signage.

Expected completion is September 2025.

SR 70 from Highlands County line to Okeechobee: Utility maintenance project:

Crews are installing new utility wires and replacing existing poles along SR 70.

Crews began utility work in March 2025, and operations are expected to continue

through the end of the year. Utility crews and equipment will be active throughout

the corridor.

• This project is part of a larger pole replacement effort extending from DeSoto

County through Highlands County and into Okeechobee County.

• Motorists should expect intermittent daytime lane closures along SR 70 as

crews replace poles and install new wiring. Lane closures will be controlled

by flagging operations in place from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

• Motorists should use caution in the area and watch for workers and

equipment in the work zone.

Estimated completion end of 2025.