Okaloosa traffic advisory for June 13-18

OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. – Motorists will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads in Okaloosa County as crews perform construction and maintenance activities, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.

— State Road 85 Improvements from S.R. 123 to Hospital Drive
Drivers may encounter intermittent, temporary northbound lane closures between S.R. 123 and Shoal River Bridge, Monday, June 13 through Saturday, June 18, for paving operations. S.R. 85 northbound lane closures will not occur between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. One travel lane will always remain open, and access to private property and driveways will be maintained.

— State Road 20 (John Sims Parkway) Resurfacing Project
Drivers may encounter intermittent outside westbound lane closures on S.R. 20, from Edge Avenue to west of the Rocky Bayou Bridge, Monday, June 13 through Thursday, June 16, from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. The lane closures are required to repair and construct sidewalk along the north side of the roadway.

— U.S. 98 Routine Utility Maintenance Near Miracle Strip Parkway
Motorists will encounter intermittent lane closures, Thursday, June 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for powerline maintenance.

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

For more information, visit the Florida Department of Transportation District Three at www.nwflroads.com.