FDOT Announces Extensive Roadwork on US 98 and SR 50 from June 29 to July 5
HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. – Drivers in Hernando County should brace for significant traffic impacts next week, as the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District 7 has announced a series of lane closures on US 98 and various stretches of SR 50 (Cortez Blvd.) beginning Sunday, June 29, and continuing through Friday, July 5, 2025.
The closures are part of ongoing roadwork and are expected to cause delays, particularly during peak hours. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes if possible, allow for extra travel time, and exercise caution when approaching work zones.
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Here’s a detailed breakdown of the affected areas and scheduled closures:
US 98 / SR 50 (Cortez Blvd.) from east of Mondon Hill Rd / Spring Lake Highway to Lockhart Road:
- Lane closures are scheduled from Monday, June 30, through Wednesday, July 2, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.
SR 50 Cortez Blvd from Mondon Hill Road to south of Jasmine Drive:
- Expect lane closures from Monday, June 30, through Thursday, July 3, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.
SR 50 Bypass (Cortez Blvd.) from south of the Cobb Road/Cortez Blvd./Jefferson Street intersection to Buck Hope Road:
- Day lane closures will be in effect from Monday, June 30, through Wednesday, July 2, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Night lane closures are scheduled from Sunday, June 29, through Wednesday, July 2 nights, from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.
SR 50 (Cortez Blvd.) / SR 50 A (W Jefferson Street) / Cobb Road intersection:
- A continuous closure of one lane in each direction approaching and through the intersection will remain in place 24 hours per day through approximately mid-July 2025.
SR 50 (Cortez Blvd) from Ridge Manor Boulevard to Riverland Clay Sink Road:
- Day periodic flagging and brief traffic stops are anticipated from Monday, June 30, through Thursday, July 3, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Night periodic flagging and brief traffic stops will occur from Sunday, June 29, through Wednesday, July 2 nights, from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m.
FDOT urges drivers to pay attention to road signs, reduce speed in construction zones, and be aware of workers and equipment.
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