VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – The Florida Department of Transportation has resumed construction on its critical buried seawall projects in Volusia and Flagler counties.
After a holiday break to accommodate heavy travel and celebrations, crews are back at work to strengthen the coast against erosion and storm damage.
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Here’s what to expect:
North Wall (Highbridge Road in Volusia County to South Central Avenue in Flagler County)
- Current Work: Two drilling rigs are installing concrete piles for the seawall, while crews build the concrete cap and regrade the dunes.
- Upcoming Milestones:
- Reconstruction of beach walkovers will begin late January.
- Dune vegetation planting is set for late January or early February.
- Timeline:
- Flagler County section: Spring 2025.
- Volusia County section: Fall 2025.
Traffic Impact: Expect occasional single-lane closures with flagging operations.
South Wall (Sunrise Avenue to Marlin Drive in Ormond-by-the-Sea, Volusia County)
- Current Work: A third drill rig is speeding up progress. Crews are clearing old rock and expanding work areas before drilling begins.
- Timeline: Work progresses from north to south, with completion expected in early 2026.
FDOT urges everyone to stay out of work zones and use caution when driving through construction areas.
For detailed project information and regular updates, visit:
This project is a significant step in protecting our coastal infrastructure and communities. Stay tuned for more updates as progress continues.
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