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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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| Road | |
| Construction Cost | $973.4 million |
| Estimated Completion | Summer 2026 |
| Contractor | Archer Western/Traylor Bros Joint Venture |
About
Last year, FDOT opened the new southbound I-275 (Howard Frankland Bridge) to traffic. The 1990s Howard Frankland Bridge (originally connecting Tampa to St. Petersburg) was converted to carry northbound traffic, while the original 1960s bridge was removed.
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 shared-use facility is being constructed adjacent to the new bridge, providing a nearly seven-mile pathway separated from the roadway for pedestrians and cyclists.
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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I-275 (Howard Frankland Bridge) between Hillsborough and Pinellas counties
Lane closures: Tuesday, May 26 through Friday, May 29, nights from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.
