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FDOT presents McIntosh and Branch Forbes PD&E studies; projects would widen corridors, require substantial right‑of‑way
Summary
FDOT District 7 and consultants presented PD&E study concepts for McIntosh Road and Branch Forbes Road—proposed divided roadways, 10‑ft shared‑use paths, ramp widening to I‑4, and major right‑of‑way and stormwater requirements. Design is partially funded; right‑of‑way and construction are not funded in the current 5‑year program.
Representatives from FDOT District 7 and project consultants briefed the TPO board on two project development and environment (PD&E) studies for McIntosh Road and Branch Forbes Road.
Craig Fox (FDOT District 7) outlined the purpose: increase capacity and safety on corridors that connect US‑92 and I‑4 and serve evacuation routes. Proposed typical sections call for two lanes in each direction with a median, a 10‑foot shared use path on both sides, and improved on/off ramps at I‑4. Target and design speeds were described (e.g., 35 mph…
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