FDOT: Weekly Traffic Alerts

June 26, 2016

Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties as crews perform construction and maintenance activities.

Escambia County:

  • Interstate 10 (I-10)/U.S. 29 Interchange Improvements – The following traffic impacts will occur Sunday, June 26 through Thursday, June 30 from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. to allow crews to perform bridge widening work:
    • Alternating lane closures on I-10 near U.S. 29 (exits 10A and 10B).
    • The U.S. 29 south to I-10 eastbound ramp will be closed. Traffic will be detoured south to make a U-turn at Diamond Dairy Road.
    • The U.S. 29 north to I-10 westbound ramp will be closed. Traffic will be detoured north to make a U-turn at Broad Street.
  • Drivers are reminded that the speed limit on I-10 near U.S. 29 has been lowered to 50 mph.

Santa Rosa County:

  • I-10 Widening – Alternating lane closures, between the Escambia Bay Bridge and S.R. 281 (Avalon Boulevard/Exit 22), Sunday, June 26 through Thursday, June 30 from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. as crews continue widening work. In addition, alternating lane closures on Avalon Boulevard near the I-10 interchange for bridge work. Drivers are reminded that the speed limit has been lowered to 60 mph. Be alert for construction vehicles entering and exiting the roadway.
  • State Road 87 – Construction crews are building the new northbound bridge across the Yellow River in Milton. Although the river will remain open during construction, boaters and kayakers are encouraged to use extra caution when approaching the bridge.

All activities are weather dependent and may be delayed or re-scheduled in the event of inclement weather. Drivers are reminded to use caution, especially at night, when traveling in a work zone and to watch for construction workers and equipment entering and exiting the roadway.

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Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under News