About the Projects
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has just begun two Project Development and Environment (PD&E) studies that will consider improvement options on Interstate 75 (I-75) (State Road 93A) in Manatee and Hillsborough Counties. A map detailing the limits of both projects is shown below. The northern project (shaded green) extends from south of US 301 to north of Fletcher Avenue, a distance of approximately 15.5 miles. The southern project (shaded purple) extends approximately 25.0 miles from Moccasin Wallow Road to south of US 301.

I-75 is part of the Florida Intrastate Highway System (FIHS) and the Strategic Intermodal System (SIS). Currently, I-75 generally has six travel lanes (three northbound lanes and three southbound lanes). I-75 is a major corridor that, in addition to serving intrastate travel and evacuation needs along the west coast of the state, also supports commuting, trade and tourism activities within the Tampa Bay region. Traffic congestion, which motorists currently experience along portions of I-75, is anticipated to worsen as traffic is expected to grow into the future. Improvements will be necessary to ensure I-75 operates efficiently and meets regional mobility needs. The improvements will relieve traffic congestion on I-75, improve safety and emergency evacuation, and reduce emergency response time.

The FDOT is conducting these PD&E studies to identify and analyze various alternative design concepts to meet the future traffic needs on I-75. These studies will evaluate the environmental effects of the alternatives. It is anticipated that potential mainline widening improvements will be within the existing right-of-way. Additional right-of-way will likely be needed for stormwater management facilities, floodplain compensation sites, and interchange improvements.

Move your mouse cursor over each interchange to view an aerial photo.