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I-275 (Howard Frankland Bridge) new southbound bridge between Pinellas and Hillsborough counties 422904-2-52-01
Project Details
| Work Type | New Bridge |
|---|---|
| Phase | Construction |
| Limits | 4th St (Pinellas) to SR 60 (Hillsborough) |
| Project Start | Spring 2020 |
| Length | 5.8 miles |
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| County | |
| Road | |
| Construction Cost | $973.4 million |
| Estimated Completion | Summer 2026 |
| Contractor | Archer Western/Traylor Bros Joint Venture |
About
Last year, the Florida Department of Transportation opened four general-use lanes to traffic on the new southbound I-275 / Howard Frankland Bridge from Tampa to St. Petersburg.
Once complete, the new bridge will consist of eight lanes: four general-use lanes and four express lanes (two lanes from St. Petersburg to Tampa and two lanes from Tampa to St. Petersburg). Additionally, a new shared-use facility is being constructed adjacent to the new bridge, providing a pathway separated from the roadway for pedestrians and cyclists.
On July 9, 2025, the 1990s southbound Howard Frankland Bridge (from Tampa to St. Petersburg) was renewed and converted to the new northbound bridge (from St. Petersburg to Tampa). The original 1960s northbound bridge has been removed.
As of April 2026:
- The new southbound bridge is nearly complete as crews finalize installation of railings and painting of aesthetic features.
- Construction of the future Express Lanes are ongoing.
- Shared-use path on the Pinellas County side of the bridge is nearing completion.
- Removal of the original 1960s bridge is now complete.
This project is expected to finish during summer of 2026.
*Construction cost includes the original construction contract amount plus approved contract changes. It does not include inspection oversight.
Contact Information
Closures
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Southbound I-275 Ramp (Exit 32) to 4th Street North Closing Monday and Tuesday Nights
St. Petersburg, FL – The southbound I-275 ramp (Exit 32) to 4th Street North is closing for paving on Monday, May 11 and Tuesday, May 12, from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., weather permitting.
Motorists will have to detour around the work zone by continuing south on I-275, exiting the interstate using Exit 30, turning left onto Roosevelt Boulevard (SR 686), and then continuing toward 4th Street North.
Motorists should use caution when traveling through the work zone and remain alert for construction workers.
The new southbound I-275/Howard Frankland Bridge from Tampa to St. Petersburg project is expected to finish during the summer of 2026.
For more information on the project or to sign up for alerts, visit FDOT Tampa Bay.
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I-275 (Howard Frankland Bridge) between Hillsborough and Pinellas counties
Lane closures: Sunday, May 10 through Friday, May 15 nights from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. -
I-275 (Howard Frankland Bridge) between Hillsborough and Pinellas counties
Lane closures: Sunday, May 3 through Saturday, May 9 nights from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.
