The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will provide access management and safety improvements on U.S. 441 (State Road (S.R.) 500/U.S. 27) from Morse Boulevard to north of SE 178th Place to extend the life of the existing roadway. Work will consist of milling and resurfacing the roadway from Morse Boulevard to north of SE 178th Place. The project will construct nearly 1.3 miles of new sidewalk on both sides of the roadway and include pavement widening for shoulders, drainage modifications and traffic signal adjustments. Other improvements consist of pedestrian lighting at various locations along the corridor.

WHAT TO EXPECT: During construction, motorists should expect lane closures and detours on weekdays. Electronic message boards and other signage will be used to direct traffic through the work zone. Uneven pavement is a common condition with projects that require temporary asphalt pavement or resurfacing, as the contractor must put down different layers of asphalt during various phases of construction. Motorists are asked to exercise caution and reduce their speed while driving through the work zone.

The construction schedule may change due to weather or other unexpected conditions.