FDOT Suspends Road Construction Closures Along Spring Break Routes

March 20, 2016

To facilitate traffic for the thousands of travelers who converge on the state of Florida for spring break, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District Three office is suspending highway construction projects on major roadways along spring break routes across Northwest Florida.  There will be no work on state roads requiring lane closures  through Sunday, March 27, 2016.  All major roads will be open to normal traffic.

Although no construction closures are scheduled over the holiday weekend, existing work zones will remain in effect; drivers may encounter construction workers and reduced speed limits. Motorists are reminded to use caution while
traveling through work zones and around barricades – equipment and temporary traffic configurations may remain in place.

FDOT is encouraging drivers to allow extra travel time and to use extra caution in existing work zones along state highways. Drivers are urged to make sure they buckle up, along with their passengers. FDOT and other safety agencies also ask drivers to obey speed limits, get adequate rest before traveling, avoid distractions and never drink and drive.

Drivers also are urged to be prepared for unscheduled highway closures due to accidents, disabled vehicles or other events. Motorists should be alert to changing weather conditions while traveling.

The lane closures suspension includes Highway 29 within the town of Century and from Champion Drive north.

Pictured: A recent lane closure in Century for a sidewalk project. NorthEscambia.com photo, click to enlarge.

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Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under News