Lane, the U.S. subsidiary of the Webuild Group, has secured a $102-million contract for the redesign and partial reconstruction of the Interstate 4 (I-4) highway and Apopka–Vineland Road (State Road 535) interchange in Orange County, Florida.
The project’s aim is to enhance traffic flow and driver safety in a key area. This interchange, serving over 150,000 vehicles daily, is a crucial access point to various attractions including Walt Disney World, hotels, shopping centers, and resorts.
I-4 and Apopka-Vineland Road Interchange Upgrade - Project & Contract Summary
Key Info | Details |
Project Name | I-4 and Apopka–Vineland Road Interchange Upgrade |
Location | Florida |
Client | Florida Department of Transportation |
Contractor | Lane, U.S. subsidiary of Webuild Group |
Construction Start | 2024 (after design phase) |
Contract Value | $102 million |
Contract Style | Design and Construct |
Scope | · New Access Ramps · Asphalt resurface. · Road Adjustments |
I-4 and Apopka-Vineland Road Interchange Upgrade - Project Details
The project merges two Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) initiatives under a single contract. The scope involves the partial reconstruction of the I-4 and Apopka-Vineland Road interchange to improve safety and access to westbound I-4. Key elements include:
- Realigning the westbound I-4 entrance ramp from southbound Apopka-Vineland Road, enhancing traffic flow and merging onto I-4. (Number 1 below)
- Resurfacing Apopka-Vineland Road and expanding storage for turn lanes. (Number 2 below)
- Creating a new loop ramp from northbound Apopka-Vineland Road to westbound I-4, enhancing safety by eliminating left turns across traffic (Number 3 below)
- Extending the westbound I-4 exit ramp to Apopka-Vineland Road to alleviate backups onto the mainline. (Number 4 below)
The final interchange configuration closely resembles the sketches below, with minor adjustments anticipated by FDOT.
I-4 and Apopka-Vineland Road Interchange Upgrade - Contract Details
Commissioned by the Florida Department of Transportation, the design and construction contract covers the scope of works detailed in the picture above.
Construction is set to commence in 2024 after the design phase is finished, and the total contract value stands at an impressive $102 million.
Lane committed to sustainable practices by incorporating recycled materials such as asphalt pavement, concrete, and steel.
Lane and Webuild strengthen their presence in Florida
Lane already has a significant presence in Florida and is currently undertaking the Westshore Interchange (I-275/S.R. 60) in Tampa. In a Joint Venture with Superior Construction, Lane has been named the preferred tenderer for Westshore Interchange (I-275/S.R. 60), with a total contract value estimated at $1.2 Billion.
Other projects in Florida include:
- Tampa – I-275 widening
- Orlando – Poinciana Parkway, Poinciana Parkway, and a beltway at the intersection of the I-4 and S.R. 417
