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PBC Engineering & Public Works OUR MISSION
Ensuring Palm Beach County residents enjoy a safe, efficient, and reliable infrastructure

10/06/2026

Royal Palm Beach Boulevard Drainage Repair Update

Following the heavy rains of the past couple of weeks, a drainage pipe along Royal Palm Beach Boulevard failed, washing out part of the roadway embankment and damaging the headwall. EPW’s Road and Bridge team responded quickly to secure the area and restore temporary water flow.

Crews are now completing the permanent repair: plugging the old culvert, excavating the damaged area, connecting a new pipe to the existing drainage structure, rebuilding the headwall, and backfilling the site to grade. The job is estimated to finish tomorrow. Thank you for your patience. Please slow down, stay alert, and use caution when driving near our crews. Safer roads. Better drainage. Stronger communities.

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Video update from Royal Palm Beach Boulevard in Palm Beach County showing the damaged roadway embankment and headwall after a drainage pipe failure, followed by EPW Road and Bridge crews and heavy equipment excavating the site, replacing the culvert pipe, and rebuilding the headwall. A narrator explains the repair and asks drivers to slow down and use caution near work crews.

The Torry Island Swing Bridge at Lake Okeechobee will close to some marine traffic from 8 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 12, 2026,...
10/05/2026

The Torry Island Swing Bridge at Lake Okeechobee will close to some marine traffic from 8 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 12, 2026, for 10 weeks as crews conduct needed repairs. While vehicle traffic will be permitted with only temporary intermittent closures, motorists are urged to exercise caution while proceeding through the area.

Also known as the Point Chosen or Belle Glade Swing Bridge, the 154-foot swing span normally opens on demand for vessels taller than 11 feet. During the closure, vessels requiring less clearance may continue to pass beneath the bridge with caution. Vehicles requiring more clearance shall follow the Route 1 (Open Lake) detour. The bridge is expected to fully reopen on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2026.

In the event of a hurricane or other emergency, the bridge will open for both vehicle and boat traffic on a limited basis.

The Palm Beach County Engineering and Public Works Department (EPW) appreciates the community’s patience and understanding during this temporary inconvenience. We are committed to enhancing the safety and efficiency of the County’s infrastructure.

Media Inquiries Contact: Lady Hereford, EPW Public Information Services Manager, (561) 684-4044 or Email: [email protected]

Special Traffic News ReleaseA northbound/eastbound lane of Roebuck Road in the vicinity of Jog Road and Florida’s Turnpi...
09/09/2026

Special Traffic News Release

A northbound/eastbound lane of Roebuck Road in the vicinity of Jog Road and Florida’s Turnpike is closed to vehicle traffic as crews work to assess and repair damage to the road. The lane will remain closed until further notice.

One northbound/eastbound lane remains open. The public is asked to use caution while proceeding through this area.

The Palm Beach County Engineering and Public Works Department (EPW) appreciates the community’s patience and understanding during this temporary inconvenience. We are committed to enhancing the safety and efficiency of the County’s infrastructure.



Media Inquiries Contact: Lady Hereford, EPW Public Information Services Manager, (561) 684-4044 or Email: [email protected]

Vehicle Weight Restriction Now in Effectfor County Road 880 Bridge Over C-51 Canal Until further notice, a 5-ton vehicle...
08/29/2026

Vehicle Weight Restriction Now in Effect
for County Road 880 Bridge Over C-51 Canal

Until further notice, a 5-ton vehicle weight restriction has been put in place for the bridge over the C-51 Canal on County Road 880 in western Palm Beach County. The restriction went into effect on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026.

Permanent signage has been installed, and temporary visual message boards were activated to inform motorists of the change.

For vehicles greater than 5 tons, the detour routes are Conners Highway and S.R. 80/U.S. 441.

The Palm Beach County Engineering and Public Works Department (EPW) appreciates the community’s patience and understanding as we work to enhance the safety and efficiency of the County’s transportation network and infrastructure.

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District Four has announced that the South Central Florida Express (SCFE...
08/26/2026

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District Four has announced that the South Central Florida Express (SCFE) will perform a remediation repair on S.R. 80/U.S. 98/U.S. 441. Due to this work, eastbound and westbound S.R. 80/U.S. 98/U.S. 441 in Palm Beach County will be closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic from Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026, at 10 p.m. to Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, at 10 p.m.

If necessary to complete the work, this closure will extend to Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026, at 7 a.m.

The roadway closure will allow SCFE workers to safely perform the crossing repairs on the U.S.Sugar crossing. The work will be performed by SCFE contractors.

This closure is necessary to prevent further deterioration and address potential safety concerns.

Motorist should use State Market Road, Muck City Road, S.R. 700, Hatton Hwy, S.R 80/ U.S. 98/U.S. 441, S.R. 15/U.S. 98/U.S.441 for alternative routes

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First photo: Close-up picture of a rail road crossing sign announcing the closure of U.S Sugar/South Central Florida Express Rail Crossing for 6 days for remediation repairs.
Second photo: Detour Map depicting closure at Railroad Crossing 853357V and the detour routes: State Market Road, Muck City Road, S.R. 700, Hatton Hwy, S.R 80/ U.S. 98/U.S. 441, S.R. 15/U.S. 98/U.S.441.

08/21/2026

Live Traffic Cameras Update!
Planning your commute or checking traffic conditions before you hit the road? The EPW Traffic team, in collaboration with the Office of Technology and Innovation, is excited to announce an updated and enhanced Live Traffic Camera site! Get a real-time look at traffic conditions across Palm Beach County and make more informed decisions about your route.

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Three Palm Beach County Engineering & Public Works employees perform a humorous skit in an office break room about avoiding traffic. As two coworkers discuss their weekend plans, a third employee dramatically enters to introduce Palm Beach County’s new Traffic Map featuring more than 220 live traffic cameras. The video shows the employees talking while one demonstrates a holographic-looking interactive traffic map behind her, showing how to view live traffic cameras by clicking on intersections and using the search bar to find specific locations. The other two employees react with excitement as they learn they can check real-time traffic conditions before leaving home. The video ends with a call to action encouraging viewers to visit Palm Beach County’s new Traffic Map for live traffic views and smarter travel.

EPW but make it CHIC.Alt Text:Series of photos featuring the “Kinda Chic to…” social media trend, humorously highlightin...
08/11/2026

EPW but make it CHIC.

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Series of photos featuring the “Kinda Chic to…” social media trend, humorously highlighting everyday services, projects, and situations that are part of the Engineering and Public Works work life.

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Kinda chic to get excited about fresh asphalt
Kinda chic to fix and maintain traffic signals
Kinda chic to keep our medians looking their best
Kinda chic to operate and monitor 8 draw bridges
Kinda chic to keep 300+ bridges in good shape
Kinda chic to fix traffic intersections at night while you sleep
Kinda chic to keep potholes from stealing the spotlight
Kinda chic to operate and maintain one of the last swing bridges in the country
Kinda chic to call a sand pump station beautiful
Kinda chic to inspect stormwater infrastructure before the rain comes
Kinda chic to work behind the scenes so you don’t have to worry about what’s underneath the road
Kinda chic to keep water flowing in the right direction in ditches and canals
Kinda chic to wear a hard hat and make it fashion
Kinda chic to look through a theodolite and now exactly what you are looking at
Kinda chic to make safety gear part of the outfit
Kinda chic to have strong opinions about lane striping
Kinda chic to be a little obsessed with infrastructure
Kinda chic to do the work that keeps Palm Beach County moving

07/21/2026

💡 Did You Know?
Storm drains lead directly to our local waterways. That means litter left on streets can end up in our canals, lagoons, and the Atlantic Ocean.

Help protect our water:
✅ Pick up litter
✅ Secure your trash
✅ Never dump waste in storm drains

Together, we can keep Palm Beach County beautiful—from our neighborhoods to our beaches. 🌊


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The Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, agreed to transfer a roughly 18-mil...
07/21/2026

The Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, agreed to transfer a roughly 18-mile stretch of County Road (C.R.) 880 (CR880) near Belle Glade to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) through a mutual agreement by both parties. The entities agreed that the transfer is in the best interest of the public.

CR880 from State Road (S.R.) 880 / Dr. Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard E. / Avenue E to U.S. 441 / U.S. 98 / S.R. 80 / Southern Boulevard will be transferred in phases to FDOT for their jurisdiction, ownership, and maintenance. The transfers are timed to coincide with several road projects, including the FDOT’s roadway improvements along the western portion and the County’s Engineering and Public Works Department (EPW)’s two bridge construction projects. Prior to these phased transfers, the County will continue previously planned and funded milling and resurfacing.

EPW appreciates the FDOT’s support of this road transfer. Together, we are committed to enhancing the safety and efficiency of the County’s infrastructure.

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Picture of a map showing the 18-mile stretch of County Road 880 that will be transferred in phases to Florida Department of Transportation for jurisdiction, ownership, and maintenance. The image also includes the EPW logo.

The George Bush Boulevard Bascule Bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway reopened to vehicular and pedestrian traffic at ...
07/02/2026

The George Bush Boulevard Bascule Bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway reopened to vehicular and pedestrian traffic at approximately 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 2, 2026, more than two weeks ahead of schedule. The bridge was closed on June 1 for essential bridge deck repairs, and the reopening was expected to take place on July 20.

The bridge is a vital connection across the Intracoastal Waterway in Delray Beach. Palm Beach County Engineering and Public Works (EPW) appreciates the community’s patience during this temporary inconvenience. These efforts are aimed at enhancing the safety and efficiency of the County’s infrastructure.

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