Double lane closures on northbound I-75 in Ocala Sept. 14-19

Motorists drive on I-75 as shown from the Southwest 66th Street bridge south of Ocala in 2022. [Bruce Ackerman/Ocala Gazette file photo]

Motorists are advised that the Florida Department of Transportation will be implementing nighttime double lane closures from Sunday through Friday, Sept. 14-19, on northbound Interstate 75 from County Road 462 to C.R. 484 in Ocala.

The lanes will close as early as 9 p.m. each night and are expected to reopen by 6 a.m. the following morning.

The double lane closures are needed for milling and paving operations, the news release noted. The work schedule is subject to change due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances. For more information, visit cflroads.com/project/452074-2

This work is part of the I-75 improvements being expedited through the Moving Florida Forward Infrastructure Initiative. The improvements include the addition of an auxiliary lane in each direction from south of State Road 44 to S.R. 200 in Marion and Sumter counties. The auxiliary lanes will provide ramp-to-ramp connections, reducing congestion and improving reliability by providing drivers more space and time to merge safely, according to the FDOT. For information about I-75 improvements, visit movingi75forward.com

Per FDOT, during lane closures, motorists should expect delays. Follow posted speed limits and directional signage, avoid distractions and pay close attention when driving through the construction zone.