RIVERVIEW, Fla. – The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has announced the next phase of construction for the US 301 and Gibsonton Drive/Boyette Road intersection improvement project, necessitating a temporary closure of Boyette Road east of US 301.
The closure is scheduled to begin on Friday, April 25, 2025, and is expected to last for approximately 21 days, depending on weather conditions.
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This phase of the project will implement a revised traffic configuration through the intersection. Northbound and southbound travel lanes on US 301 will be reduced and shifted to the west portion of the roadway to allow construction activities on the east side.
A detour route will be in effect for traffic affected by the Boyette Road closure.
Motorists will be required to utilize Bloomingdale Avenue, Bell Shoals Road, McMullen Road, and Rhodine Road to circumvent the work zone.
Additionally, alternative local roadways east of the intersection, including Providence Road, Riverview Drive, and Balm Riverview Road, may serve as supplementary routes for area residents.
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Access to commercial establishments, residential properties, and emergency services will be maintained throughout the closure.
FDOT will deploy signage and electronic message boards to provide motorists with timely information regarding the traffic pattern adjustments. However, significant traffic congestion and delays are anticipated on US 301 and adjacent roadways during this period. Drivers are advised to exercise caution and plan for increased travel times.
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