Incident | County | Location | Remarks | Event Time | End Time (estimated) |
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ROAD CLOSED Miscellaneous | Hillsborough | US-301 Riverview, FL | Closed road from US-301 exit [254] to US Highway 301 S. | Nov 08, 2024 12:29pm | Nov 08, 2024 2:50pm |
ROAD CLOSED Miscellaneous | Alachua | US-301 Hawthorne, FL | US-301 N / FL-200 / SE US Highway 301 Road is closed from FL-200/SE 221st St/S Johnson St | Nov 11, 2024 1:50pm | Nov 11, 2024 9:50pm |
ROAD CLOSED Miscellaneous | Pasco | US-301 Dade City, FL | US-98 W / US-301 N / US Highway 98 Byp Road is closed from FL-52/Meridian Ave (US-301/Old | Nov 11, 2024 02:27am | Nov 11, 2024 07:50am |
ROAD CLOSED Miscellaneous | Pasco | US-301 Dade City, FL | US-98 E / US-301 S / US Highway 98 Byp Road is closed from US-98 Bus/US-301 Bus/FL-700/FL- | Mar 02, 2024 03:18am | Nov 12, 2024 10:30am |
ROAD CLOSED Miscellaneous | Pasco | US-301 Dade City, FL | US-98 E / US-301 S / US Highway 98 Byp Road is closed from US Highway 301 to 7th St. | Mar 02, 2024 03:01am | Nov 12, 2024 10:30am |
ROAD CLOSED Miscellaneous | Alachua | US-301 Hawthorne, FL | US-301 S / FL-200 / SE US Highway 301 Road is closed from FL-20 (US-301) to FL-200/SE 221s | Nov 11, 2024 3:11pm | Nov 12, 2024 10:30am |
U.S. Route 301 (US-301) is a major highway that runs through the state of Florida, stretching approximately 194 miles from the Georgia border in the north to the Florida Keys in the south. The highway passes through several major cities, including Valdosta, Starke, and Miami, as well as several smaller towns, making it an important transportation route for local residents and tourists.
US-301 provides important access to several popular tourist destinations, including the Gulf of Mexico, the Everglades National Park, and the Kennedy Space Center. Additionally, US-301 connects several important ports, including the Port of Miami, making it easier for goods to be transported in and out of the state.
Despite its importance, US-301 faces several challenges, including heavy congestion during peak travel times and frequent accidents. The state of Florida is taking steps to address these issues, including the addition of express lanes, the construction of new interchanges, and the installation of intelligent transportation systems.
Overall, US-301 is a vital transportation link in Florida, providing important access to popular tourist destinations, key ports, and major cities throughout the state. The highway's historical significance and scenic beauty make it a popular route for both residents and visitors alike.