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## Project Description

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will be replacing underground storm drain systems on South Pine Avenue within the limits of Southeast 10th Avenue and Southeast 31st Street in Ocala, approximately one-quarter of a mile. The project aims to resolve flooding issues. Additional improvements include milling and resurfacing, roadway widening, reconstructing curb and gutters, installing sidewalks, and updating signage and pavement markings as well as underground components of lighting and traffic signals.

Additionally, business driveways will be reconstructed. Construction shall be staged to maintain access at all times.

## Lane Closures and Work Schedule

Motorists can expect daytime construction work and periodic nighttime lane closures. Some work will take place behind barrier wall.

At a Glance



Contractor: Commercial Industrial Corp.

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Total Cost: $1.7 Million

Project Start: March 2018

Left turns at Southeast 10th Avenue and at the SSV Professional Center will be

Estimated Completion:

Fall 2018



prohibited. Motorists will be directed to make a U-turn at the Southeast 31st Street intersection. Electronic message boards and other signage will be placed in advance to alert motorists of any upcoming closures and to help direct traffic.

## Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety

Construction activities will require temporary closures of sidewalk. Pedestrians will be directed around construction work, and are asked not to walk through the work zone. Bicyclists will be able to use the full travel lane. Motorists are reminded they must give bicyclists a minimum of three feet of clearance when driving alongside or passing them.

FDOT reminds all road users to pay attention, drive with care and always buckle up.

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