FDOT 6-laning of PCB Parkway begins

FROM THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT)

Work has begun to widen 4.8 miles of U.S. 98 (Panama City Beach Parkway) from four to six travel lanes between Richard Jackson Boulevard and Mandy Lane. The construction effort will increase capacity, improve safety, and reduce congestion for a segment of U.S. 98 that accommodates more than 55,000 drivers daily.

The speed limit within this construction zone has been reduced to 35 mph and will remain in place until construction is complete.

In addition to widening the roadway, crews will construct new bicycle lanes and sidewalks on both sides of U.S. 98, add new traffic signals at both Mandy Lane and Gulf Boulevard, make improvements at the Pier Park Drive intersection, and upgrade stormwater drainage systems.

Lane closures during construction will be limited to overnight hours, 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Otherwise, two eastbound and two westbound travel lanes will remain open at all times, as will access to adjacent properties.

The $110 million construction project is currently estimated for completion in late 2027.

All work is weather dependent and may be postponed or rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. Drivers are reminded to use caution, especially at night, when traveling through a work zone and to watch for construction workers and equipment entering and exiting the roadway.

For more information visit the Florida Department of Transportation District Three on the web at www.nwflroads.com.