Roadwatch – 12-31-2025

Eyes on the road

State Road 64/Anna Maria Island Bridge: The Manatee Avenue Water Main Intracoastal Crossing project is underway with plans for drilling operations for a submerged pipe in the Intracoastal Waterway. Info: amiprojects.io, 941-306-4660.

Gulf Drive/State Road 789: The Florida Department of Transportation is milling and resurfacing Gulf Drive from Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach to State Road 64/Manatee Avenue in Holmes Beach through May 1, 2026. Motorists can expect single-lane closures overnight. Info: swflroads.com/project/451021-1.

      Cortez Bridge: The utility relocation project is continuing. Construction activities are ongoing on the south side of Cortez Road West east of the bridge, with sidewalk closures. Pipe installation is expected to continue into the spring. Info: 941-306-4660, info@amiprojects.io, amiprojects.io.

75th Street West at Manatee Avenue West: Manatee County is working on its 75th Street West Improvements Project from 19th Avenue West to Second Avenue West. Motorists can expect delays. Info: mymanatee.org/75th.