Public Notice: FDOT Project on State Road 33 Will Start October 2024 - Lakeland Hills Boulevard Complete Streets
LAKELAND, FL (September 24, 2024) - The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will begin construction on State Road 33 (Lakeland Hills Boulevard) starting October 7, 2024. This complete street project includes total reconstruction of the roadway and drainage system along Lakeland Hills Boulevard from Parkview Place south to East Griffin Road. The $27.6 Million project is estimated to take 650 days, slated for a late 2026 completion.
During construction, Lakeland Hills Boulevard will be reduced to one lane in each direction with limited left turns only taking place at signalized intersections. Because of the expansive underground work and limited right-of-way, the lanes will be 10-foot wide, and U-turns will not be possible for most vehicles. At times, it will be necessary to close side street entrances during the various phase of work. There will be local traffic and pedestrian detours in place during construction.
Project improvements
- Storm drain system will be replaced for improved drainage
- Roadway will be completely reconstructed and resurfaced
- A 12-foot raised median will be added from Parkview Place to north of Miami Street
- Existing driveways will be modified to meet current standards
- A mid-block pedestrian crossing will be installed at Channing Road
- Existing 5-foot-wide sidewalks will be replaced with 8-foot-wide sidewalks
- A mid-block pedestrian crossing will be installed at Swannanoa Street
- All pedestrian crossings, sidewalks and signals will meet ADA standards
- Upgraded lighting will be installed at signalized intersections
- Street lighting will be replaced and upgraded
- Traffic signals will be upgraded to LED
Although Lakeland Hills Boulevard will remain open throughout construction, motorists may want to consider alternate routes such as US 98/Florida Avenue and West Lake Parker Drive. Citrus Connection currently services the Lakeland Hills Boulevard area via the Pink Line but will establish micro-transit routes starting October 21, 2024. For more information on Citrus Connection Routes, please visit https://ridecitrus.com/. Construction will have Lakeland Hills Boulevard reduced to one lane of traffic in each direction and left turns will only be available at signalized intersections. Message boards are currently in place along the construction zone notifying drivers about the upcoming project. For more information and project updates visit www.swflroads.com/project440444-1.
Contact
Kevin Cook
Director of Communications
City of Lakeland
863.834.6264
Kevin.Cook@LakelandGov.net
About Lakeland
The City of Lakeland was incorporated in January 1885 and has grown to become one of the largest inland communities in Florida. With a current population fast approaching 130,000 Lakeland continues to grow. It has been designated a Standard Metropolitan Statistical Area by the US Census Bureau for over 30 years. With tourist attractions and gulf beaches only an hour away, Lakeland continues to capitalize on its ideal central Florida location along the I-4 corridor. The City owns and operates Lakeland Electric, the third largest publicly owned utility in Florida and it was one of the first to offer power in the Sunshine State in 1889.
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