PROJECT NEWS

Section 7B: Nighttime Lane Closures Planned on S.R. 46

August 22, 2019

Sanford, Fla. – Crews are scheduled at night on Sunday, Aug. 25, through Thursday, Aug. 29, and Tuesday, Sept. 3, through Friday, Sept. 6, to conduct single lane closures on State Road (S.R.) 46 between Orange Boulevard and Wayside Drive/Oregon Street. A single lane in each direction will be closed from 8 p.m. - 6 a.m. for crews to install barrier wall and other traffic safety devices.

 

Electronic message boards have been posted. Business access will be maintained. Please note construction schedules may change due to weather or other circumstances.

 

This work is part of Wekiva Parkway Section 7B, which began construction on July 15, 2019. The project includes 1.3 miles of improvements to S.R. 46 in Seminole County, including roadway widening, medians, sidewalk, bike lanes, traffic signal upgrades, drainage, sign and pavement markings, utilities and other roadway features. Work is scheduled to finish in summer of 2021.

 

The Florida Department of Transportation urges all drivers to stay alert and use caution while driving through or near construction zones. When driving, walking, or bicycling, remember to pay attention and follow the rules. Safety doesn’t happen by accident.

 

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