Little Pine Island Bridge reconstruction begins
The Florida Department of Transportation, District One, is reminding the public of the upcoming reconstruction of the Little Pine Island Bridge in Matlacha. The bridge was scheduled to be reduced to one lane during the nighttime/overnight hours as of Monday, June 17, as a part of the Phase I construction plan.
Phase I construction activities are targeted to last eight months.
Drivers are asked to please note the work schedule is subject to change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances, and to please be patient and plan for additional travel time as it may be slower than usual in the area.
As part of its weekly updates on the ongoing repairs of the roadway through Matlacha, FDOT also reminds island residents and visitors that:
– Motorists can expect occasional lane closures on the causeway for delivery/removal of materials, transfer of equipment as crews perform work on the south side.
– Please be alerted to construction equipment in the construction zone. To maintain safety, motorists should find alternate parking areas.
– Pedestrians and bicyclists are not permitted within the construction zone.
– Please use caution and watch for workers and construction vehicles entering and exiting the roadway.
– Noise from construction equipment in the area is to be expected.
For the most current project details, including construction schedule and phasing, visit the SWFL Roads project website at https://www.swflroads.com/project/451937-2 or call the project hotline at 239-800-6391.