Drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists are urged to use extra caution when traveling through the work zone.
- Crews will be transporting dirt as part of the pond construction east of Corkscrew Shores. Motorists should expect heavy truck traffic entering and leaving Corkscrew Road in that area.
- Motorists should expect intermittent daytime flagging for crews to perform earthwork close to the roadway. The contractor is placing embankment for the new road on both the north and south sides of Corkscrew Road. Please be aware that trucks may be entering and leaving the roadway.
- Motorists should expect crews to be working on underground utilities near the intersection of Corkscrew Road and Alico Road. The contractor will be doing initial work for the traffic signal installation.
- Crews are installing water main from Wayside Lane to Alico Road.
- Crews are installing a force main on both sides of Corkscrew Road.
- Crews are installing erosion control and traffic control devices throughout the project.
- Crews may be working close to the roadway. Motorists are asked to drive with caution. Sidewalks may be closed in areas throughout the project as the contractor performs underground work.
The work activities above are scheduled to occur, however unforeseen underground conditions and weather may affect this schedule.
Please use caution and watch for workers and construction vehicles entering and leaving the roadway. Estimated completion is spring 2026. Project cost is approximately $27 M. The contractor is Bergeron Land Development, Inc. For further questions, please visit the project website at https://corkscrewroadwidening.com or contact Jennifer Dorning by email at Jennifer.Dorning@atkinsrealis.com or by phone at (239) 338-7723.