OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. — The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has announced nighttime lane closures, resurfacing operations, and bridge work across Okaloosa and Walton counties for the week of May 31 through June 6.
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OKALOOSA COUNTY
— Brooks Bridge Replacement Project
Drivers may encounter intermittent lane closures on U.S. 98 from Ferry Road to Pier Road and on Santa Rosa Boulevard from east of Amberjack Drive to Ross Marler Park, Sunday, May 31, through Thursday, June 4, from 9 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. for construction activities.
— Interstate 10 at P.J. Adams Parkway Interchange
Beginning the week of Sunday, May 31, drivers traveling westbound on Interstate 10 will encounter a new traffic pattern at the future Exit 53 interchange. According to the FDOT, westbound travel lanes will shift onto the newly constructed overpass as part of the permanent interchange configuration.
— State Road 85 resurfacing project from U.S. 98 to Richbourg Avenue
Drivers will encounter intermittent northbound outside lane closures on State Road 85 between Yacht Club Drive NE and the bridge at Cinco Bayou Sunday, May 31, through Thursday, June 4, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. as crews install drainage structures. The entrance to Laguna Landing Condominiums will be temporarily closed, with residents directed to use Yacht Club Drive NE for access.
Pedestrians may also encounter intermittent sidewalk closures between U.S. 98 and Richbourg Avenue while crews install new pedestrian signals. Intermittent and alternating lane closures are also planned for paving operations.
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— U.S. 98 resurfacing from Santa Rosa County line to west of Josie Road
Shoulder closures are planned Monday, June 1, through Friday, June 5, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for utility relocation and median improvements. Lane closures are also expected Sunday, May 31, through Thursday, June 4, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. for median work.
— State Road 293 resurfacing from U.S. 98 to the Mid-Bay Bridge
Drivers will encounter intermittent lane closures on U.S. 98 from Paraiso Boulevard to Regions Way and on State Road 293 from U.S. 98 to the Mid-Bay Bridge Sunday, May 31, through Thursday, June 4, between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. for milling and paving operations.
— State Road 293 resurfacing from Mid-Bay Bridge to Range Road
According to the FDOT, intermittent nighttime lane closures are planned beginning Sunday, May 31, through Thursday, June 4, for milling and paving activities.
— Interstate 10 resurfacing from east of Shoal River Bridge to west of State Road 285
Drivers will encounter nighttime alternating lane closures in both directions between mile markers 64 and 67 Sunday, May 31, through Thursday, June 4, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 a.m. for paving operations.
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WALTON COUNTY
— Western Lake Bridge replacement project
Drivers may encounter temporary traffic stoppages on County Road 30A near Western Lake Bridge Sunday, May 31, through Saturday, June 6, from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. for pile driving operations and other construction activities. The FDOT said delays are expected to last less than 15 minutes, with intermittent flagging operations guiding vehicles and pedestrians through the work zone.
All activities are weather-dependent and may be delayed or rescheduled because of inclement weather.
The FDOT urges drivers to use caution, especially at night, while traveling through work zones and to watch for construction workers and equipment entering and exiting the roadway.
