State Road (S.R.) 817/University Drive Improvements Project
Financial Number: 445624-1-52-01/02/03
Project Lengths:0.77 miles
Project Limits: From South of SW 24th Street/Nova Drive to the S.R. 862/I-595 entrance ramp
In-Person Construction Open House:
Start Date: January 2026
Completion Date:Spring 2027
Contractor: Bacallao Construction and Engineering Development, LLC D/B/A BC&E
Estimated Construction Cost:$6.85 million
Scope of Work:
Project improvements consist of widening northbound S.R. 817/University Drive to accommodate an auxiliary lane onto the westbound S.R. 862/I-595 entrance ramp to improve vehicular capacity and operations; relocating traffic signal mast arms to accommodate the proposed widening; replacing an overhead sign structure within the project limits to enhance safety by improving sight distance visibility; upgrading drainage within the project limits to enhance long-term infrastructure resilience; replacing the bus shelters along northbound S.R. 817/University Drive from south of SW 24th Street/Nova Drive to Kolsky Boulevard to enhance safety, accessibility, and traffic operations for buses; installing new light poles and upgrading existing fixtures to LED lighting to enhance nighttime visibility and safety; upgrading sidewalk curb ramps, signage, and pavement markings through the project limits to improve visibility and connectivity.
Point of Contact:
Para información y preguntas en Español, por favor llame al (954) 777-4302.
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