Based on the analysis of No-Build Alternative, the capacity deficiencies along the corridor were identified. Capacity deficiencies were noted in the No-Build alternative as measured by LOS values that are not within the acceptable range. Hence general-purpose lane widening/capacity alternative was considered. The major improvements included adding lane capacity to the sections where the LOS was not within the acceptable range in the No-Build Alternative. The proposed improvement sections are shown in Table 8-4. The range of AADTs and peak hour analysis are given in Figure 8-7 and Figure 8-8. The AADT ranges from 17,500 to 71,500. The highest AADTs were observed from Highlands/Polk County Line to south of SR 66 within the study limits.
Table 8-4 – Improvements for sections along US 27
| FROM | TO | Improvements |
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| Touchton Rd | Lake Josephine Dr | Adding one lane capacity along each direction |
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| Lake Josephine Shores Rd | SR 66/US 98 |
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| Sebring Parky | Lakeview Dr |
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| Hammock Rd | Sebring Pkwy |
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| Ridge Dr | Highlands/Polk County Line |
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Table 8-5 shows the peak hour volume and LOS for sections along US 27 for General-Purpose Lane Widening/Capacity Alternative.