Published: September 3, 2024
Bartow, Fla. (September 3, 2024) — The closure of H.L. Smith Road just north of Lake Mabel Loop Road in Dundee has been extended until mid-October due to unforeseen conditions requiring plan revisions and causing delays in state regulatory approvals, which postponed installation of underground utilities and related road reconstruction for a new residential subdivision. Traffic will continue to detour along Lake Swan Road or Lake Mabel Loop Road to Lake Trask Road to bypass work zone. Access to local residences is unaffected. Minor delays are possible, especially with peak-hour traffic along Lake Trask Road at Dundee Ridge Academy during student drop-offs and pickups. Commuters remain advised to drive with caution, be alert to detour signs, and to add extra drive time to trips through this area. For more details, contact the Polk County Roads & Drainage Division at (863) 535-2200.