The Florida Department of Transportation provided the following update on emergency traffic repairs at the intersection of Curry Ford Road (S.R. 552) and Bahia Avenue/Dixie Belle Drive in Orlando
- Motorists are advised that the intersection of Curry Ford Road (State Road (S.R.) 552) and Bahia Avenue and Dixie Belle Drive in Orlando will be partially closed overnight from 8 p.m. Thursday, December 4, to 7 a.m. Friday, December 5, for repairs to the traffic signal. A temporary full closure of the intersection will occur periodically during that time.
During the closure, the City of Orlando and the Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC), in coordination with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), will de-energize power lines and remove damaged traffic signal mast arms and install temporary traffic signals. The temporary signals will be in place until permanent traffic signal replacements are installed.
During the temporary full closure of the intersection, detours will be in place as follows:
- Westbound motorists on Curry Ford will be directed to turn right onto Bahia Avenue, turn right onto Sanibel Street, turn right onto Semoran Boulevard, turn right onto Grant Street, turn right onto Fredrica Drive and return to Curry Ford Road.
- Eastbound motorists on Curry Ford will be directed to turn right onto Dixie Belle Drive, turn left onto Grant Street, turn left onto Semoran Boulevard and return to Curry Ford Road.
Please follow all posted detour signs and posted speed limits.
This schedule is subject to change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
Travelers should expect delays. Seek alternate routes or use Florida 511 to plan ahead, if possible. Follow all posted signage, slow down, and use extra caution while traveling through the work zone. We all play a role in making sure everyone gets home safe.