Current Road Work Updates

In the event of a named storm system or other natural emergency/weather-related incident, road closures will be announced our Emergency Road Closures Map Page.  

See the map and table below for current road work with possible lane and full road closures. Some closures are intermittent or overnight. See "Notes" for more information. Additional construction projects are listed below for FDOT (State) roadways. Visit our Smart Traffic website for live updates and traffic camera views of our roads.

Current Road work INCLUDING POSSIBLE Closures

Construction Projects - FDOT Roadways

Updated March 18, 2024


I-75 at US 301 Interchange (Exit 224): Construction project: Project will widen the       I-75 from SR 64 to the Manatee River, reconfigure the I-75/US 301 interchange from a partial cloverleaf interchange to a tight diamond configuration, construct new bridges will be constructed over the Manatee River for a northbound exit ramp and a southbound entrance ramp, and US 301 improvements. This week, crews will work on I-75 paving; drainage, utility, and sidewalk work on US 301; and, beam installation, and decking for the construction of the new bridges over the Manatee River.

  • Motorists should expect double lane closures on I-75 northbound during nighttime/overnight hoursfrom 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.through the duration of the construction; double closures on I-75 southbound during the nighttime/overnight hoursfrom 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.through the duration of the construction.
  • Motorists should expect lane closures on US 301 during nighttime/overnight hoursfrom 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.through the duration of the construction.
  • Motorists should expect lane closures on Tidewater Preserve Boulevard through the duration of bridge construction.
  • Motorists should expect lane shifts on I-75 and US 301 through the duration of the construction.
  • Drivers should exercise caution and be aware of construction vehicles entering and exiting the interstate through the duration of the construction.

Variable message signs will be in place to alert drivers that work is underway.  Estimated completion is mid-2025.

 

US 41 BUS from 17th to Bayshore Road/ 26th Street, including the 23rd Street Roundabout, Palmetto: Construction:  Work is underway so please use caution in the construction zone and be alert for construction equipment in the area.

 

  • Extended daytime lane closures are necessary.

     

  • In late March, crews will continue paving.

     

  • Motorists should use caution in the area and consider alternate routes.

 

US 301 from 25th Court East to 13th Avenue East: Construction project: Crews have begun a 7.6-mile improvements project consisting of milling and resurfacing the roadway, widening in areas, base work, curb and gutter, sidewalk, guardrail, drainage improvements, bridge expansion joints, signalization, lighting, and signing and pavement marking.  

 

  • Motorists should expect shoulder closures including pedestrian access restrictions along the US 301 corridor northbound and southbound between 25th Court East and 9th Avenue East. Alternate pedestrian routes will be clearly posted. To maintain safety, pedestrians should follow the posted detour signage.

     

  • Beginning on Sunday, March 10, motorists can expect single-lane closures on the northbound and southbound lanes of US 301 from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. Nighttime work will continue from Sunday nights through Friday mornings for the next several weeks.

     

  • Motorists can expect right-turn lane closures at the intersections of US 301 and Tallevast Road to 9th Avenue East from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

 

The project’s expected completion is late 2024.

 

US 301 and Moccasin Wallow Road Roundabout: Permit project: Crews are constructing the Manatee County roundabout at the intersection of US 301 and Moccasin Wallow Road. A lane shift is in place. Plan for additional travel time or consider an alternate route. Please use caution in the area. Completion is expected by late spring 2024.

 

SR 789 / 5310 Gulf of Mexico Drive: Maintenance: Sidewalk repairs start March 18, 2024, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. A sidewalk closure will be in place. Please use caution.

 

SR 70 from Lorraine Road to Bourneside Boulevard: Construction project: This project includes widening SR 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 SR 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 Braden River crossings, new drainage system, construction 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).

 

This week, crews will be clearing existing vegetation between Greenbrook Boulevard and Bourneside Boulevard on the south side of SR 70 and excavating the Pond area on the southeast corner of Bourneside Boulevard and SR 70. Material will be hauled to the south side of SR 70 east of Bourneside Boulevard and placed as roadway fill. All work will be off the roadway with no planned lane closures. Please use caution and watch for trucks and construction vehicles entering or exiting the work zone by way of the eastbound SR 70 shoulder. Work will occur Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please use caution and be aware of workers and flaggers in the area.

 

SR 70 at 3 locations - 66th Street East, 24th Street East, and 18th Street Boulevard East: Safety improvements during the Manatee County Schools Spring Break: From March 25th through March 29th temporary delineators will be installed.

 

SR 70 and Lockwood Ridge Road: Permit project: Through the end of May, motorists can expect an intermittent westbound left turn lane closure, within the duel left turn lanes.  Manatee County is constructing right turn lanes on Lockwood Ridge Road. Please use caution in the area.

SR 70 (53rd Avenue Between US 301 and US 41): Maintenance: Crews will be performing pipe cleaning and mapping located on SR 70 (53rd Avenue) between US 41 and US 301. Motorists can expect alternating lane closures both east and westbound. Work runs through March 29, 2024, from 7 p.m. until 5 a.m.

 

SR 70 and SR 64 (East of Lorriane Road to County Line): Maintenance: Power shearing starts March 18, 2024, between 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Possible shoulder closures. Please use caution.

 

SR 70 between 9th Street East and US 41: Maintenance: Crews will be working overnight on pipe video and mapping. Please use caution in the area.

 

SR 64 at Bourneside Boulevard to Rangeland Parkway: Permit: Manatee County has closed this section of Bourneside Boulevard through October. Please choose an alternate route.

 

SR 64 from 43rd Street West to 15th Street East and from 10th Street West to 10th Street East: Construction project: Construction is underway for the 1.7-mile resurfacing project through the City of Bradenton. Completion is slated for spring 2024.

 

  • Overnight paving starts March14, from 10th to 10th, and requires intermittent lane closures.

     

  • Crews will be working on curb removal in the corridor.

     

  • Expect noise and light from construction equipment.

     

  • Motorists should consider additional travel time or an alternate route.

 

SR 64 between Perico Preserve and 43rd Street West: Maintenance: Crews will be striping the roadway overnight.  Motorists should anticipate slower moving traffic and use caution in the area.

 

SR 62 (between US 301 and CR39): Maintenance: Shoulder rework starting

March 18, 2024, between 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Shoulder closures will be in place so use caution in the area.

 

SR 62 Corridor in Manatee County: Maintenance: Along the SR 62 corridor, crews will be conducting roadside mitered-end replacements.