Detours and Alerts

Brandon Blvd. Tunnel Restoration Underway; Businesses Remain Open

October 9, 2026

South Hillsborough Pipeline crews have completed the microtunnel installation beneath Brandon Boulevard and restoration is underway. Access to North and South Moon avenues is scheduled to be restored by early November, weather permitting.

Open-trench pipeline installation will continue on North Moon Avenue through late December, while work on South Moon Avenue is not scheduled to begin until late 2027, barring unforeseen conditions.

As work progresses throughout the area, check out the local businesses that have remained open throughout construction.

Nothing Like Us Detailing: Located just outside the Parker Pawn parking lot, this locally owned business offers car washes and full interior and exterior detailing for cars, trucks and SUVs. With a focus on quality, affordability and attention to detail, they strive to have every vehicle looking its best. Call 656-208-8360 to schedule today.

Arnold Dentistry: For nearly 30 years, Arnold Dentistry has served the Brandon community with a family-centered approach to dental care. The practice focuses on creating a welcoming environment where patients are treated like family and receive personalized care tailored to their needs. To schedule an appointment, call 813-689-1529.

Brandon Medical Center: Looking to focus a little more on your health and wellness? Brandon Medical Center offers everything from personalized weight loss programs and IV therapy to wellness injections and aesthetic services. Whatever your goals may be, their team can help you find an option that fits your needs. For a consult, contact 813-502-6430.

Local businesses are an important part of the community, and with the holiday season approaching, your continued support goes a long way. Thank you for keeping these businesses in mind as construction moves forward.

Visit our Shop Local page to explore the full directory of businesses along the route.

Southbound Lane on South Kings Avenue Now Open

October 7, 2026

The southbound exterior lane of South Kings Avenue from just south of Ronele Drive to Dali Drive is now open following the completion of concrete barrier wall repairs along the west side of the Buckhorn Creek Bridge.

South Hillsborough Pipeline crews will return to the area at a later date to restore medians removed for construction. Additional updates will be provided as this work approaches.

For more information on the pipeline, visit SouthHillsboroughPipeline.com.

Support Businesses Along Boyette Road

October 5, 2026

As South Hillsborough Pipeline open-trench construction continues to progress along Boyette Road, nearby businesses remain open, accessible and ready to welcome customers. We encourage the community to continue showing its support for local businesses while construction is underway.

Scooter’s Coffee: Looking for a quick coffee break or snack? Scooter’s Coffee is a drive-thru coffee shop offering a full lineup of hot and iced espresso, cold brew and specialty blended beverages. Pair your drink with one of their breakfast sandwiches, burritos or baked goods. With friendly, fast service, it’s an easy stop to fuel up; stop by soon.

Culver’s: Craving a ButterBurger or frozen custard? Culver’s serves up fresh, cooked-to-order burgers alongside a rotating Flavor of the Day frozen custard, made fresh daily. The menu also offers a variety of entrees and sides, making it the go-to spot for a quick bite or a relaxed family meal. Make sure to visit when you are in the area!

Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers: Whether you need new tires, a tire repair or just an oil change, Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers has you covered. No appointment is needed for brake service, battery replacement, air conditioning checks, wheel alignments, and more! You can get in, get serviced, and get back on the road in no time.

Washed Up: If you’re looking to give your vehicle a fresh look, Washed Up makes it easy to clean your car on the go. Alongside a thorough exterior wash, they offer complimentary towel service and free vacuums, so you can take care of the inside and outside of your vehicle in one convenient stop.

Thank you for your patience and continued support of local businesses as we work to complete the South Hillsborough Pipeline Project as quickly and efficiently as possible.

For a full directory of local businesses along the project route, visit our Shop Local page.

Crews Mobilize at Boyette Road near Rhodine Road Oct. 5

October 2, 2026

Starting Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, South Hillsborough Pipeline crews will begin mobilizing on the west side of Boyette Road, north of Rhodine Road, in preparation for upcoming microtunnel construction beneath Boyette Road.

Residents can expect an increase in construction noise and activity from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Brief traffic delays may occur as trucks enter and exit the work area, but no long-term road closures are anticipated.  

Tunneling activities near Rhodine Road are expected to continue for approximately 4-6 months. As a reminder, all construction schedules remain subject to change.

Please use caution when driving, biking, or walking in the area. For more information on the pipeline, visit SouthHillsboroughPipeline.com.

Fishhawk Sidewalk and Trail Update

October 1, 2026

Fishhawk West Trail Closed Tomorrow

Due to schedule adjustments, on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026, the contractor will close the paved trail just east of the Fishhawk Ranch West community for South Hillsborough Pipeline construction. This work will include tree trimming, site prep, excavation, installation and restoration. For safety, this trail will remain closed for approximately 6-8 months. Crews will work from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Follow Fishhawk Boulevard Sidewalk Detour

The sidewalk on the north side of Fishhawk Boulevard is now closed between Fishhawk Ridge Drive and the western edge of the Fishhawk Sports Complex. However, some people, mainly students traveling to and from Newsome High School and Randall Middle School, are still using the sidewalk illegally, many times by moving barricades and barrels out of the way to gain access.

Walking or biking through the construction zone is unsafe. Construction of the South Hillsborough Pipeline in this area involves excavating a 40-foot-deep pit near the sidewalk and requires heavy equipment such as dump trucks, excavators and cranes to maneuver in and around the construction zone. The closed sidewalk runs through the middle of this dangerous construction activity.

Pedestrians and students should avoid the area. Stay safe by using the sidewalk on the south side of Fishhawk Boulevard. Crosswalks are available at Fishhawk Ridge Drive and Fishhawk Crossing Boulevard.

Detour Information:

Newsome High School and Randall Middle School: Students traveling from areas west of Newsome High School or Randall Middle School should use the south sidewalk along Fishhawk Boulevard and cross to the north at Fishhawk Crossing Boulevard.
Fishhawk Ranch: Fishhawk Ranch residents traveling east should use the crosswalk at Fishhawk Ridge Drive to access the south sidewalk, continue east along Fishhawk Boulevard and cross back to the north side at Fishhawk Crossing Boulevard.
Fishhawk Sports Complex: Pedestrians traveling from the west to the Fishhawk Sports Complex should use the south sidewalk along Fishhawk Boulevard and cross to the north side at Fishhawk Crossing Boulevard, then travel west toward the Sports Complex.

A small section of the south sidewalk just west of Julestarz Dance Academy will also be detoured around the construction zone. Safety fencing will be installed to provide a safe path around the work area.

As a reminder, please follow all posted detour signs and use caution when driving, walking or biking in the area.

For more information, visit SouthHillsboroughPipeline.com.

Machinery Delivered to Falkenburg Road Microtunnel Site Oct. 5

September 30, 2026

Beginning Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, heavy equipment will be delivered to the east Falkenburg Road microtunnel site for upcoming South Hillsborough Pipeline microtunnel construction.

The pipeline will be installed by microtunnel beneath Falkenburg Road from the northeast corner of the Woodberry Road intersection, just behind the Circle K gas station, west to Hillsborough County’s property. This work requires specialized equipment, including large cranes, excavators, control trailers and pipe materials, which will be delivered throughout the week.

What to expect:

Construction noise and activity from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
Brief traffic delays on Woodberry Road during equipment and material deliveries; no long-term road closures are anticipated.

Access to surrounding homes and businesses will be maintained. Please use caution when driving, biking or walking through the area.

For more information, visit SouthHillsboroughPipeline.com

Tuesday Update: Clearing Starts Near Fishhawk & Donneymoor Drive Now Open

September 29, 2026

Clearing Starts Today Near Fishhawk West

Crews have finished relocating gopher tortoises from the temporary and permanent construction easements just east of the Fishhawk Ranch West community and will begin clearing trees and shrubs from the area today. Work will take place from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is expected to last approximately four weeks, barring unforeseen circumstances.

This section of the South Hillsborough Pipeline route starts at Fishhawk Boulevard just east of Hometown Lane. Crews will start at Fishhawk Boulevard and proceed south past Watercolor Drive, Quintessa Lane and Lambert Bridge Lane to Boyette Road.

Crews will work under the guidance of a certified arborist as they trim tree canopies and remove trees and shrubs to make space for heavy machinery.

Donneymoor Drive Now Open at Boyette Road

Donneymoor Drive is now open at Boyette Road as crews completed open-trench construction through the intersection.

Over the next two weeks, crews will continue open-trench construction east along Boyette Road toward the River Oaks Treatment Center before progressing toward Wickerwood Court through early November, weather permitting.

As a reminder, please use caution when driving, biking or walking in the area.

Thank you for your continued patience as crews work to complete the South Hillsborough Pipeline Project as safely and efficiently as possible.

For more information on the pipeline, visit SouthHillsboroughPipeline.com

El Greco Drive Closure at Ronele Drive Begins Oct. 5

September 28, 2026

As early as 7 a.m. Monday, Oct. 5, El Greco Drive will be closed at the intersection of Ronele Drive for South Hillsborough Pipeline construction. This closure is expected to last approximately one week, weather permitting. Local access will be maintained to El Greco Drive from John Moore Road.

Ronele Drive will remain closed to through traffic as open-trench pipeline installation continues east toward John Moore Road.

Additional Detour Information:

Ronele Drive residents west of El Greco Drive can access the area from South Kings Avenue.
Ronele Drive residents east of El Greco Drive can access the area from John Moore Road.
Visitors to the Rivard-Simmons Rotary Event Center can continue to access the center’s Kings Avenue entrance from northbound South Kings Avenue or the Ronele entrance via northbound South Kings Avenue to Ronele Drive.

Open-trench construction along Ronele Drive will continue east toward John Moore Road over the next two months. Crews will work Monday through Saturday, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Please continue to use caution when driving, biking or walking in the area. For more information, visit SouthHillsboroughPipeline.com.

North Moon Avenue Closure Begins Oct. 5

September 23, 2026

Beginning as early as 7 a.m., on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, North Moon Avenue will be closed to through traffic and pedestrian traffic between Victoria Street and Brandon Boulevard for South Hillsborough Pipeline construction. Open-trench construction will begin at Victoria Street and progress south toward Brandon Boulevard in phases.

North Moon Avenue will remain open to local traffic only between Victoria Street and the construction zone at Brandon Boulevard. Tunneling operations at North Moon Avenue and Brandon Boulevard will continue through mid-November.

Both north and southbound sidewalks along North Moon Avenue will be closed in this area.

Over the next month, local traffic should access North Moon Avenue from Morgan Street. Local access will change as construction progresses southward, but access to homes and businesses will be maintained. Construction along North Moon Avenue is expected to continue through late December, weather permitting.

Motorists should detour using North Knights Avenue, Victoria Street, North Parsons Avenue and Brandon Boulevard.

Sidewalk Detour Information:

North Moon Avenue: Sidewalks will be closed within the active construction zones. Pedestrians traveling north and southbound may detour using North Kings Avenue, North Knights Avenue, and North Parsons Avenue.
Brandon High School: Students walking or biking to Brandon High School from east of North Moon Avenue should continue to follow the posted sidewalk detour signs south to West Sadie Street, north on North Kings Avenue and west on Victoria Street to access the school.
Crosswalks may be temporarily detoured. As construction progresses south on North Moon Avenue, temporary crosswalk closures may be necessary. Detour updates will be posted as construction progresses
Once construction is complete on Victoria Street and moves onto North Moon Avenue, crews anticipate reopening the sidewalk along Victoria Street.

Motorists should expect delays. Please use caution when driving, biking or walking in the area. Crews will work Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

For more information, please visit SouthHillsboroughPipeline.com. 

Trail Closure Begins Sept. 23 for Gopher Tortoise Relocation and Tree Removal

September 21, 2026

Starting as early as Wednesday, Sept. 23, crews will begin gopher tortoise relocation as part of the South Hillsborough Pipeline project. This work will take place in the conservation area just east of Watercolor Drive, Quintessa Lane and Lambert Bridge Lane, with crews working from Fishhawk Boulevard south toward Boyette Road.

For safety, the paved trail between Watercolor Drive and the designated work area will be temporarily closed during construction. This trail will remain closed until work in the area is complete and it has been safely restored for pedestrian use.

All gopher tortoises within the construction corridor will be safely relocated by a state-certified professional prior to the start of construction activities. The tortoises will be moved outside of the project’s temporary and permanent construction easements to protect them during construction.

After the tortoises have been relocated or excluded from the work area, crews will begin clearing the easements for open-trench pipeline construction. They will trim tree canopies and remove trees and shrubs to make space for heavy machinery. All tree work will take place under the guidance of a certified arborist.

Work will take place from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is expected to last approximately three to four weeks, barring unforeseen circumstances.

For more information about the South Hillsborough Pipeline project, visit SouthHillsboroughPipeline.com.