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FDOT outlines $99 million Turnpike widening for Homestead; council presses for extra lane, safety fixes
Summary
Florida Turnpike Enterprise told Homestead council members the $99,000,000 widening project from Campbell Drive to Tallahassee Road will add lanes, strengthen bridges and upgrade lighting, and is expected to finish by mid-2027; council members urged adding a fourth lane and immediate safety work at the Campbell Drive entrance.
Florida Turnpike Enterprise officials presented city leaders on Nov. 12 with plans to widen the Turnpike extension through Homestead, saying the work is already underway and ‘‘the total project cost is approximately $99,000,000 and is anticipated to continue through mid 2027,’’ Hector Reyes, the project’s community outreach specialist, said.
The project covers the corridor from north of Campbell Drive (Southwest 132nd) to North Tallahassee Road and includes adding an additional lane within the project limits, upgraded lighting and signals, bridge strengthening, drainage and pavement improvements intended to reduce congestion and improve safety, Reyes said. ‘‘Daytime work typically occurs Monday through Sunday from 7AM to 6PM. However, overnight operations take place Sunday through Thursday from…
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