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County engineers propose roundabouts, right-turn lanes and constrained landscaping for Sandhill Boulevard widening
Summary
Johnson Engineering presented a 30% design update for the Sandhill Boulevard widening project. Staff recommended softening a critical curve, added right-turn lanes at Kings Highway, and proposed roundabouts at Capricorn and Deep Creek intersections. Commissioners asked staff to prioritize safety, low-maintenance medians and to include sleeves for
Johnson Engineering and Charlotte County public works staff presented a 30% design update on April 8 for the Sandhill Boulevard widening project and asked the board for guidance on intersection treatments, landscaping and lighting.
The project would widen Sandhill from the area south of Kings Highway toward the Deep Creek corridor, moving from a two-lane to a four-lane/median urban section in places. The consultant recommended flattening a tight curve ("Curve 3") to meet a 35 mph design speed, adding a right-turn lane for northbound traffic at Kings…
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