GLADES COUNTY — The following column is the Road Watch report for Glades County for the week beginning Sunday, July 27, provided by the Florida Department of Transportation.

Motorists are reminded to wear safety belts and drive with caution, courtesy, common sense, and patience as they travel through work zones. Remember, speeding fines are doubled in work zones.

• US 27 (SR 25) at SR 78 Intersection: Construction project: Crews will be reconstructing the intersection with concrete pavement. Other improvements include milling, resurfacing, drainage, guardrail, signing, and pavement markings. Please use caution in the area and watch for workers, traffic signage, detours, and equipment throughout the project.

• SR 78 is closed between US 27 for roadway reconstruction, with the closure in effect through August 22, 2025. Both eastbound and westbound turn lanes from US 27 to SR 78 are also closed during this time. Traffic traveling to and from SR 78 should follow posted signage and use Industrial Drive as a detour route.
• Estimated completion is fall 2025.

• SR 78 Lakeport: Maintenance project: Crews will be working along the shoulder, resetting guardrail on westbound SR 78 between Old Lakeport Road and US 27.

• One westbound lane closure will be in place as needed during this operation.
• Motorists should use caution in the area and watch for workers, equipment, and signage.
• Expected completion is September 2025.

• SR 78 over Fisheating Creek Bridge and Herbert Hoover Bridge: Construction project: Crews began bridge repair and rehabilitation work on SR 78 at the Fisheating Creek Bridge and Herbert Hoover Bridge.

• Motorists should be aware of changing traffic patterns, heavy equipment, and workers present in the construction zone.
• Use caution when traveling through the area and obey posted signage
• Estimated completion is October 2025

As a reminder, travelers can visit www.FL511.com or dial “511” from their phone to learn about traffic conditions on major roadways across the state.