HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. – Motorists traveling through Hernando County should prepare for potential delays as the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District 7 kicks off a series of scheduled lane closures and flagging operations starting February 15.
These maintenance projects are expected to affect two major stretches of highway throughout the week, shifting between daytime and overnight hours to accommodate different phases of work.
Beginning Sunday night, February 15, crews will focus on US 301 between Major Dade Drive and Belt Drive. To minimize the impact on heavy daytime traffic, this portion of the project is scheduled for overnight hours, with lane closures and flagging operations running from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.
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These nightly restrictions are slated to continue through Wednesday morning, February 18. Drivers heading through this corridor after dark should stay alert for workers and changing traffic patterns.
As the week progresses, attention shifts to US 98, specifically the segment stretching from north of CR 491 (Citrus Way) to just north of Landfill Road. Unlike the overnight work on US 301, the operations on US 98 will take place during the day.
Starting Monday, February 16, and lasting through Friday, February 20, flagging teams will be active on the roadway between 6:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Commuters and local residents using US 98 for their daily travel should account for extra time in their schedules, as flagging operations typically result in intermittent stops and slower traffic flow.
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The FDOT has not reported any permanent detours for these specific sites, but officials remind the public to exercise caution when driving through active work zones. While the schedule is currently set for the third week of February, weather conditions or unforeseen technical issues could lead to minor adjustments in the timing of these lane closures.
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