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Pine Island Road Causeway work continues

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BARTOW, Fla. – This weekly report was prepared by the Florida Department of Transportation to inform the public about upcoming road work in Southwest Florida.

Pine Island Road Causeway and Bridge Permanent Repairs:

Construction project: As part of the Emergency Restoration of the Pine Island Road Causeway and Bridge, crews will be working in the project boundaries along CR 78 Pine Island Road from west of Little Pine Island Bridge (Bridge No. 120111) to west of Shoreview Drive.

– Phase 1 of construction on Little Pine Island Bridge continues. The bridge is reduced to one lane as part of the Phase 1 construction plan. The bridge will remain one lane through the duration of Phase 1. Temporary signals are placed on both ends of the bridge and variable message signs are in place to alert drivers.

– The Little Pine Island Bridge has been reduced to a single lane width of 12 feet through the duration of Phase 1.

– Motorists are reminded not to block driveways or entrances and to follow all posted signage throughout the construction zone.

– Since the start of construction with the Little Pine Island Bridge, boaters are asked to be aware of construction equipment and erosion control measures that are in place.

– 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.

Drivers are asked to please be patient and plan for additional travel time as it may be slower than usual in the area.

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

For additional information about FDOT and its ongoing statewide projects, please visit its website at https://www.fdot.gov/.