The following column is the Road Watch report for Glades County for the week beginning Sunday, June 22, 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.

Beginning June 22, 2025, through August 22, 2025, SR 78 will be closed between US 27 and Industrial Drive for roadway reconstruction. During this time, both eastbound and westbound turn lanes from US 27 to SR 78 will be closed, and traffic to and from SR 78 should follow posted detour signs using Industrial Drive. In addition, traffic on US 27 will be shifted onto the newly constructed eastbound lanes.

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.

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.