The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District One, is making improvements along San Carlos Boulevard (State Road (S.R.) 865) from north of Crescent Street to north of Hurricane Pass Bridge in Lee County. Improvements include modifying the Matanzas Pass Bridge to accommodate a shared-use path, converting the existing southbound Bus/Bicycle-Only lane to a general use travel lane, and converting the existing southbound right-turn-only lane approaching Main Street to a general use travel lane that will continue across the Matanzas Pass Bridge. Additionally, San Carlos Boulevard from Main Street to Hurricane Pass Bridge will be restriped to accommodate bicycle lanes in each direction of travel. Signalization upgrades will be made with a new traffic signal constructed at Main Street, and the alternating signal at Prescott Street/Buttonwood Drive will be adjusted to operate as a conventional signal.
The purpose of the project is to provide additional travel options on a congested corridor, especially during the peak tourist season (January - April). The project will enhance mobility and safety for vehicular and non-vehicular transportation and increase accessibility and connections between community points of interest.
What to Expect
During construction, motorists should expect intermittent nighttime/overnight lane closures Monday through Friday. Motorists are asked to exercise caution and reduce their speed while driving through the work zone. The construction schedule may change due to weather or other unexpected conditions.
FDOT is coordinating with Town of Fort Myers Beach, Lee County and LeeTran throughout the duration of the project.