The Florida Department of Transportation’s I-75 at University Parkway, Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) project was recognized today by a consortium of national transportation organizations as one of 12 finalists in the “America’s Transportation Awards” competition. The online voting that begins today will now determine the national Grand Prize and the People’s Choice Awards and a cash prize state departments of transportation can use for educational scholarships or non-profits in their home states. [Read more…] about FDOT’s I-75 at University Parkway Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) Project Named One of the Best Transportation Projects in the Nation
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Colonial Dr. from Hughey Ave. to Orange Ave. Closing Weekend of Aug. 24
Colonial Drive (State Road 50) between Hughey Avenue and Orange Avenue is closing this coming weekend as crews place new bridge beams on a new structure for eastbound Interstate 4 (I-4). [Read more…] about Colonial Dr. from Hughey Ave. to Orange Ave. Closing Weekend of Aug. 24
S.R. 35/Baseline Road New Traffic Pattern in Ocala
Drivers traveling along State Road (S.R.) 35/Baseline Road will encounter a new traffic pattern from Southeast 96th Place Road to south of S.R. 464/Southeast Maricamp Road. The new pattern is anticipated to take effect late this week, but could occur during the following week due to weather or other unexpected conditions. [Read more…] about S.R. 35/Baseline Road New Traffic Pattern in Ocala
Gov. Scott to Highlight Record Investments in Florida’s Infrastructure
MEDIA ADVISORY
Today, August 23rd, Governor Rick Scott will highlight the I-10 at I-95 Interchange Project, a $126 million project, and a record more than $10 billion in transportation infrastructure included in his Securing Florida’s Future budget. Since Governor Scott took office in 2011, investments in transportation have increased by $3.3 billion.
WHAT: Press Conference
WHEN: 4:30 PM
WHERE: FDOT Jacksonville Office
2198 Edison Avenue
Jacksonville, Florida 32204
RoadWatch Advisory for US 41 at Sumter Boulevard in Sarasota County
SARASOTA COUNTY
US 41 from Salford Boulevard to Sumter Boulevard: Construction project: Crews are widening US 41 from Salford Boulevard to Sumter Boulevard to a six-lane highway; resurfacing the roadway; improving drainage; constructing sidewalk, and installing highway lighting. [Read more…] about RoadWatch Advisory for US 41 at Sumter Boulevard in Sarasota County
Nighttime Detours on Flomich Street at Railroad Crossing in Holly Hill
Motorists will encounter multiple nighttime detours on Flomich Street at the railroad crossing just west of U.S. 1 (Ridgewood Avenue) beginning at about 6 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 14 until about 6 a.m., Friday, Aug. 17 for reconstruction work on the railroad crossing. [Read more…] about Nighttime Detours on Flomich Street at Railroad Crossing in Holly Hill
Back to School Traffic Safety Tips
FDOT Encourages Everyone to be Cautious as Students Return to Class
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and our Community Traffic Safety Teams remind motorists to take extra traffic safety precautions as students head back to school. [Read more…] about Back to School Traffic Safety Tips
Truck Parking System Installed in Marion and Sumter Counties
On any given day, thousands of tractor trailers travel Interstate 75 (I-75) in Central Florida, and now those truck drivers have an extra tool to help keep them – and every other driver – safe. Construction is wrapping up for the Truck Parking Availability System (TPAS) in Marion and Sumter counties, which are now operational. [Read more…] about Truck Parking System Installed in Marion and Sumter Counties
Palm Beach County Traffic Report for week of August 3 – 10, 2018
Palm Beach County traffic will be affected this week by ongoing construction projects and maintenance work, Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) officials report. Weather permitting; closures will be in effect on I-95 and in other areas throughout Palm Beach County for construction activities. [Read more…] about Palm Beach County Traffic Report for week of August 3 – 10, 2018
FDOT Urges Drivers to Stop on Red
Next week marks “National Stop on Red Week”, and from Aug. 5 to 11, members of Florida’s Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Coalition will be reminding everyone to STOP on RED including when making a right turn. The coalition, led by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), is a diverse group of stakeholders including federal, state, local, and public partners. [Read more…] about FDOT Urges Drivers to Stop on Red
