Detours and Alerts

Parsons Area Providers & Businesses Open & Ready to Serve

May 19, 2026

Crews are on schedule to finish work on the tunnel under Lumsden Road at South Parsons Avenue and John Moore Road in July. In the meantime, all businesses and healthcare providers in the area remain open and fully accessible. While temporary traffic pattern changes may affect your usual route, your health, care and daily needs should not be interrupted. Access to each provider and business is maintained throughout the construction corridor.

Businesses & Providers Along the Lumsden Corridor

The following businesses and providers are open and welcoming patients, clients, and customers:

Pediatric Health Care Alliance – Brandon Community Office offers weekend and evening hours, as well as urgent care services, ensuring families have access to pediatric care when they need it most.

Dr. Fabio F. Fiore, MD – Orthopedic Surgery is seeing patients at the Orthopedics Center of Brandon. Orthopedic consultations and follow-up appointments are not affected by construction.

Stack Styles Beauty Lounge is open and providing full beauty and styling services throughout construction. Stop in and show your support.

The SPARK Initiative continues to serve the community and remains fully accessible during construction.

Reed & Reed is open for business and fully operational. Access to their location is maintained throughout the project.

Getting Here During Construction

Temporary traffic changes are in effect along portions of South Parsons Avenue and John Moore Road. We encourage you to plan extra travel time and check the project website for updates before your visit. All parking areas and entrances remain accessible throughout construction.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to complete the South Hillsborough Pipeline. We are committed to minimizing disruption and ensuring you can always access the care and services you need.

Paving on S. Kings Ave. South of Bloomingdale Monday

May 15, 2026

Beginning at 7 a.m. on Monday, May 18, 2026, crews will be paving South Kings Avenue between Greenbriar Drive and Bloomingdale Avenue. Crews will work from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily for approximately three days, weather permitting, to install asphalt so the intersection can be opened in the coming weeks.

Important note: Access to businesses may be temporarily restricted (Kings Row Plaza, Happy Jalapeño Market, Bacon Egg and Cheese, Al’s Barn and Pediatric Dentistry of Brandon). Motorists should use caution and follow the directions of flaggers in the area.

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

Work Begins at Woodberry/Limona Roads and Lakewood on May 18

May 14, 2026

From 9 p.m. Sunday, May 17 through 6 a.m. Monday, May 18, 2026, Woodberry/Limona roads will be closed at Lakewood Drive, along with the interior lanes of Lakewood Drive as crews modify the traffic signal timing to prepare for tunneling work on the South Hillsborough Pipeline.

Woodberry/Limona Roads Closed to Through Traffic Starting May 18

Starting at 6 a.m. on Monday, May 18, 2026, Woodberry/Limona roads will be closed to through traffic for South Hillsborough Pipeline construction. Lakewood Drive will remain open; however, both Woodberry and Limona will be affected:

Woodberry Road will be closed to through traffic between Falkenburg Road and Lakewood Drive

Traffic on Woodberry will be detoured to South Falkenburg Road and West Brandon Boulevard (SR 60)

Limona Road will be closed to through traffic between Lakewood Drive and Bates Street

Traffic on Limona Road will be detoured at Bates Street to Lakewood Drive

Crews will be excavating tunnel pits on Woodberry and Limona roads at the intersection of Lakewood to install a section of pipeline beneath Lakewood Drive. The road closures will be in effect 24/7 for approximately four months during tunneling work.

Active construction work will occur Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to plan alternate routes and follow detour signs. Please use caution when driving, biking or walking in the area.

Access for local residents will be maintained. Those living or working west of Lakewood Drive can access homes and businesses via Falkenburg Road, Grand Regency Boulevard or Lakewood Drive. Those living or working east of Lakewood Drive can access homes and businesses via Lakewood Drive to Bates Street.

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

Donneymoor Drive Closed at McMullen Road Starting May 19

May 13, 2026

Beginning as early as 7 a.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, Donneymoor Drive will be closed at McMullen Road for South Hillsborough Pipeline construction. This work is expected to last up to two weeks. During this time, the Riverglen neighborhood is accessible via Boyette Road.

McMullen Road remains open to local traffic only from south of Donneymoor Drive to Boyette Road. 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 on the pipeline, visit SouthHillsboroughPipeline.com.  

Community Coordinators Support Neighborhoods

May 11, 2026

With open-trench construction starting on the South Hillsborough Pipeline, the contractor has deployed community coordinators at locations where resident and business access may be temporarily affected. Community coordinators are ready to help, are easily identified by their blue vests and currently can be found on:

South Kings Avenue, north of Bloomingdale Avenue
McMullen Road, between Boyette Road and McMullen Loop, and
Limona Road, south of the railroad tracks, starting next week.

Community coordinators can assist residents with:

Accessing homes if driveways are blocked
Coordinating access for service providers, like lawn crews
Assisting with mail and package delivery
Ensuring garbage and recycling services continue

Before active construction in your area, you will receive a door hanger with instructions on how to text your community coordinator. For general information on the project, visit SouthHillsboroughPipeline.com or call (813) 485-6480.

Support Your Neighbors Along McMullen Road. Shop Local.

May 6, 2026

As work continues on the South Hillsborough Pipeline along McMullen Road, we want to remind residents, commuters, and project team members that local businesses in the area remain open, accessible, and ready to serve you.

While traffic patterns have changed temporarily, your support makes a meaningful difference to the owners and employees who serve this community every day.

Through-traffic will be detoured using McMullen Loop, Balm Riverview Road, and Boyette Road (see map below).

Pars Food Mart / Citgo – Accessible via McMullen Loop

Pars Food Mart / Citgo at 11721 McMullen Loop is open and fully accessible via both entrances and exits on McMullen Loop and McMullen Road. You can still pull in, fuel up, and grab everything you need.

They are known for more than just fuel. Pars Food Mart offers a selection of fresh hot food, including pizza, deviled crab, and many other groceries. Whether you’re grabbing a quick meal or stocking up on essentials, they’re ready to serve you. With the road closure in effect, your visit can make a real difference. The sidewalk on the west side of McMullen Road is open, so they’re only a short walk or bike ride away. Show your support and stop by!

More Local Businesses Open & Accessible Nearby

Several other neighborhood businesses along McMullen Road are also open and welcoming customers. These locations can be accessed via Boyette Road.

Christian Brothers Automotive Riverview at 10010 McMullen Rd is open and ready to keep your vehicle running smoothly.

CVS at 10013 McMullen Rd is open for all your pharmacy, health, and everyday household needs.

7-Eleven at 10016 McMullen Rd is open around the clock for fuel, snacks, beverages, and daily essentials.

Thank you for your patience and for continuing to support the businesses along the South Hillsborough Pipeline construction route. Every visit truly counts.

Your Healthcare Providers Are Open & Ready to Serve You

May 4, 2026

As work continues on the South Hillsborough Pipeline along South Parsons Avenue, we want to reassure patients, caregivers, and community members that all healthcare providers and medical offices in the area remain open and fully accessible. While temporary traffic pattern changes may affect your usual route, your healthcare should not be interrupted.

We know that medical appointments, therapies, and healthcare visits cannot wait. Our team is committed to ensuring clear access to every provider in the corridor throughout the duration of construction.

Healthcare Providers Along the Lumsden Corridor

The following providers are open and welcoming patients:

Gentle Dental/Parson Family Dental is welcoming patients for routine dental care, cleanings, and procedures. Don’t let construction delay your dental health.

Humanitary Medical Center offers comprehensive primary and specialty care services for the Brandon community and surrounding areas.

Cano Health provides patient-centered healthcare services to residents throughout Brandon.

Florida Autism Center continues to provide essential Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and support services for individuals with autism and their families.

AdventHealth Medical Group at Parsons Park offers a wide range of specialty care services and is accessible via South Parsons Avenue.

Johns Hopkins All Children’s Outpatient Care remains fully operational, providing pediatric outpatient care and specialty services to children and families.

Digestive Diseases Associates of Tampa Bay is open and seeing patients for gastroenterology consultations, procedures, and follow-up care.

Labcorp continues to provide laboratory testing and diagnostic services at its Lumsden location. Walk-ins and appointments are welcome.

Getting Here During Construction

Temporary traffic changes are in effect along portions of South Parsons Avenue. We encourage you to plan extra travel time and check the project website for updates before your visit. All parking areas and patient entrances remain accessible throughout construction.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to complete the South Hillsborough Pipeline. We are committed to minimizing disruption and ensuring you can always access the care you need.

Construction on Boyette Rd/Fishhawk Blvd Begins this Summer

May 4, 2026

Construction on the South Hillsborough Pipeline is moving forward and will begin on Boyette Road in early June. Work will start at McMullen Road and proceed eastward to Deepbrook Drive.

During this time, crews will be installing a portion of the pipeline by open-trench construction in the westbound lanes of Boyette Road. The westbound lanes of Boyette Road will be closed from McMullen Road to Bell Shoals Road, and one lane of traffic in each direction will be open in the eastbound lanes. Traffic along Boyette Road will remain open at all times, but residents should expect delays.

More details on the upcoming work will be shared via email and posted on the project website: SouthHillsboroughPipeline.com. To learn more about open-trench construction, click here.  

Tampa Bay Water’s contractor has scheduled this open-trench construction work for the summer to minimize school-related traffic impacts. However, pipeline installation in this area stretches about 5 miles from McMullen Road to east of Fishhawk Ridge Road, so construction will continue for approximately 12-16 months after it begins.

You can expect to see these activities in the coming months (not necessarily in this order):

Tunnel underneath Little Fishhawk Creek

A tunnel under Bell Creek and Bell Shoals Road from the Myron and Helen Gibbons Nature Preserve to just east of Bell Shoals Road

Open-trench construction along Fishhawk Boulevard
A tunnel under Fishhawk Boulevard

You can also find project information posted on Tampa Bay Water’s Nextdoor and Facebook pages.

Reminder: McMullen Road Closed Monday

May 1, 2026

Beginning at 9 a.m. on Monday, May 4, 2026, McMullen Road will be closed between McMullen Loop and Donneymoor Drive for construction of the South Hillsborough Pipeline project. McMullen Road will remain open to local traffic only from Donneymoor Drive to Boyette Road.

Work on McMullen Road is expected to last approximately two months. During this time, through-traffic on McMullen Road will be detoured using McMullen Loop, Balm Riverview Road and Boyette Road (see map below). The designated detour roads and surrounding roads will likely see increased traffic, so both students and motorists need to pay extra attention when traveling near school entrances, intersections and crosswalks, especially during school arrival and dismissal times.

This effort marks the beginning of construction work that will impact Boyette Road/Fishhawk Boulevard traffic and will last approximately 12-16 months. During this time, we encourage motorists to slow down and be patient, watch for students who walk and bike, and anticipate the need for additional drive time in this already congested area.

For more information on the pipeline and to sign up for email alerts, visit SouthHillsboroughPipeline.com

Microtunnel Complete at CSX Railroad and Limona Road

April 30, 2026

The mictrotunnel under CSX railroad tracks at Limona Road is done. Crews have backfilled the northern tunnel shaft and will soon be putting down a temporary drivable surface.