Port St. Lucie Boulevard South Project

Project typeRoad Widening Project

This project will expand the southern portion of Port St. Lucie Boulevard from a two-lane undivided roadway to a four-lane divided roadway to improve traffic flow and safety. The project also incorporates “complete street” elements to enhance mobility for pedestrians, bicyclists and vehicles.

Key Improvements

New signalized intersections at SW Alcantarra Boulevard, SW Tulip Boulevard and SW Tunis Boulevard.
Right turn lane addition on SW Port St. Lucie Boulevard's north approach to SW Alcantarra Boulevard.
Raised median construction (18-foot wide) with curb and gutter.
Upgraded crosswalks and curb ramps to meet ADA standards.
Expanded sidewalks (8 to 10-feet wide on both sides of SW Port St. Lucie Boulevard; 6-feet wide on side streets).
New closed drainage system for improved stormwater management.
Enhanced lighting, signage and pavement markings for better visibility and safety.
Landscaping with trees, irrigation and stamped concrete for a polished look.
New right turn lanes to Paar Drive.
New signaled intersection at Paar Drive and McCall Road.
Additional northbound left turn at Gatlin Boulevard.
Additional southbound turn at Darwin Boulevard.

Maps

Conceptual Access Management Plan(PDF, 3MB)

(PDF, 391KB)

Segments

Segment 3: Gatlin Boulevard to Darwin Boulevard

Reconstructing 0.6 miles with upgraded turn lanes, drainage, medians, paths, lighting and utilities.

Status: Nearing completion
Construction is managed by the City: Dec. 2021 – Fall 2025*
Funding: $8 million (includes $4.6 million TRIP Grant)
Contact: Beth Zsoka, Community Outreach, Public Works Department at 772-871-5176 or bzsoka@cityofpsl.com
Segment 3 Map(PDF, 791KB)

Segment 2.1: Darwin Boulevard to Alcantarra Boulevard

Widening 0.7 miles with new paths, signals, lighting, drainage and relocated utilities.

Status: Under Construction
Construction is managed by FDOT: Dec. 2021 – Winter 2025*
Contractor: Zahlene
Current work: Watermain installation, drainage delivery and clearing
Lane closures: Intermittent closures on Port St. Lucie Boulevard & Trouville Avenue (8 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
Contact: Samantha Kayser, Community Outreach Specialist at 772-579-5479 or skayser@corradino.com
Visit FDOT Project Webpage
Segment 2.1 Map

Segment 2.2: Alcantarra Boulevard to Paar Drive

Widening approximately 1 mile with new paths, signals, lighting, drainage and relocated utilities.

Status: Under construction
Construction is managed by FDOT: September 2025 – Fall 2028*
Contractor: Roadway Construction
Estimated Construction Cost: $25,577,357
Funding: $16.4 million (FDOT) + $4.8 million City match via County Incentive Grant Program (CIGP)
Contact: Francyne Webber, Community Outreach Specialist at 772-242-5951 or Francyne@HoltCommunications.net
Visit FDOT Project Webpage
See Notice Flyer(PDF, 2MB)
Segment 2.2 map(PDF, 761KB)

Segment 1: Paar Drive to Becker Road

Widening approximately 1 mile from two to four lanes, with multi-use paths, landscaped medians, updated signals, drainage and utility relocation.

Status: In Design (May 2020 – Oct. 2026)
Construction is managed by FDOT: Estimated 2027–2030*
Funding: Unfunded; estimated $25 million. The City is partnering with FDOT to expedite the project by providing upfront funding, with reimbursement to follow from FDOT.
Visit FDOT Project Webpage
Segment 1 Map(PDF, 865KB)

* FDOT 5-Year Work Program