The Florida Department of Transportation will conduct a Project Development & Environmental Study (PD&E) to evaluate a potential grade separation at SR 90/SW 8 Street and SR 973/SW 87 Avenue. The purpose of the project is to improve overall traffic operations at the existing at-grade intersection of SR 90/SW 8 Street and SR 973/SW 87 Avenue in order to alleviate congestion and achieve acceptable Levels of Service (LOS) in the existing and future condition. Without the proper improvements, the intersection will continue to experience high levels of delay and operate below acceptable LOS standards.

The intersection enhancement is also intended to:

• Improve safety by reducing conflicts
• Enhance regional mobility and connectivity
• Improve freight mobility and access
• Enhance emergency evacuation and response times