S.R. 46 Paving Requires Single Lane Closures

  As Part of Building the Wekiva Parkway

Sorrento, Fla. On Saturday, Sept. 7, and Sunday, Sept. 8, from 8 a.m. 7 p.m., crews will intermittently close eastbound and westbound lanes of State Road (S.R.) 46 between the flashing signal at Sorrento Avenue and S.R. 429. Traffic in both directions will be flagged through one lane so crews can conduct paving.

This work is part of Wekiva Parkway Section 5, which began construction on June 5, 2017. The project includes relocating part of County Road (C.R.) 46A out of the Seminole State Forest. This $9.9 million project is intended to improve connectivity between wildlife habitats and reduce the risk of collisions between vehicles and wildlife.

The project realigns C.R. 46A for 2.5 miles from north of Arundel Way to S.R. 429 east of Camp Challenge Road. Work has included building a multi-use trail along the S.R. 46 portion of the project, and a new signalized, T-intersection at C.R. 46A and S.R. 46. Work is expected to finish by late 2019.

For more information about the project can be found at www.wekivaparkway.com. Follow the project on Facebook and Twitter for real-time updates.

Media inquiries should be directed to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Communications Office at FDOT-D5COMM@dot.state.fl.us or by phone at 386-943-5479. For more information visit the project website at www.wekivaparkway.com, and follow the project on Facebook and Twitter for updates.

FDOT 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.

More Project Information: The Wekiva Parkway is completing the beltway around Central Florida, while helping to protect the natural resources surrounding the Wekiva River. The FDOT and the Central Florida Expressway Authority so far have completed 13 miles of the eventual 25-mile toll road. The parkway provides travel alternatives, enhances safety and relieves area roads of traffic congestion.

Environmentalists refer to the Wekiva Parkway as a good example of transportation planning through environmentally sensitive areas. Parkway development has included conserving more than 3,400 acres of land, building wildlife bridges, and largely elevating the expressway to separate vehicles and wildlife.

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