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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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Northbound I-275 Entrance Ramps from 4th St North and Ulmerton Road Closing Sunday and Monday Nights
St. Petersburg, FL – The northbound I-275 entrance ramps onto the Howard Frankland Bridge from 4th Street North and Ulmerton Road and will close nightly on Sunday, April 26 and Monday, April 27, from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m., weather permitting.
During these ramp closures, motorists traveling on 4th Street North or Ulmerton Road will be directed to use Roosevelt Boulevard (SR 686) to access northbound I-275.
Message boards and advanced warning signs will assist drivers traveling through this area. Motorists should expect delays and congestion during these detours.
These temporary ramp closures are necessary for crews to perform paving operations as part of the new southbound I-275 (Howard Frankland Bridge) project between Hillsborough and Pinellas counties.
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I-275 (Howard Frankland Bridge) between Hillsborough and Pinellas counties
Lane closures: Sunday, April 26 through Saturday, May 2 nights from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.
