South Selmon PD&E Study

Project Description

The Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority (THEA) is conducting a Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study to evaluate capacity improvements along the southernmost section of Selmon Expressway. The study limits extend from the eastern project limit of the Selmon Expressway West Extension Project to the beginning of the six-lane section near the overpass at Whiting Street, a distance of approximately 4.5 miles. Various roadway and ramp improvements will be evaluated during the study to improve the efficiency and capacity of the Selmon Expressway well into the future. It is anticipated that the improvements will primarily be accommodated within existing right-of-way.

Study Area

The study area map shows the coverage area for the South Selmon PD&E study. The study will also include research on the current state of all the roadways bridges in the highlighted area.

Why is the Study Needed?

Improve <br>Travel Times

Improve
Travel Times

Reduce <br>Congestion

Reduce
Congestion

Improve<br> Safety

Improve
Safety

Enhance Regional <br />East-West Mobility

Enhance Regional
East-West Mobility

Accommodate Increased <br />Traffic Demand

Accommodate Increased
Traffic Demand

Travel time reliability is important to our customers. We are looking at ways to reduce travel times during the morning and evening rush.
One of the primary goals of this study is to identify solutions to the frequent congestion at entry and exit points along the Selmon Expressway.
The Study will evaluate strategies to eliminate conflict points and reduce crashes.
Reduced congestion and improved safety coupled with the Selmon Extension Project will enhance east-west mobility for the region.
Hillsborough County’s population is projected to increase 38% by 2045.

Study Schedule

The South Selmon PD&E Study began in summer 2019 and is anticipated to be completed by spring 2021.