St. Johns County is advancing key improvements at the intersection of County Road 16A and Timberwolf Trail near Trout River Academy, the school at the center of significant traffic congestion—a $1.8 million investment.

Dick D’Souza, assistant director of growth management, outlined two projects underway. The county’s Capital Improvement Project will add eastbound and westbound turn lanes on CR-16A and a right turn lane on Timberwolf Trail. Design and permitting should wrap up by year-end, with bidding early next year and construction to follow.

“These turn lanes will get turning cars out of the three lanes of traffic,” D’Souza said.

It aims to improve flow and provide vehicle storage for school traffic. Pedestrian upgrades include crosswalks and sidewalks throughout the park area.

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