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NewsWFLA (NBC 8) — Hillsborough CountyAugust 13, 2026Hillsborough

Florida Department of Transportation shifts northbound I-275 traffic pattern at Westshore Interchange

Crews have implemented a new traffic pattern on northbound I-275 near the Howard Frankland Bridge, resulting in increased congestion for drivers accessing State Road 60, the Veterans Expressway, and Tampa International Airport. The shift, which began Monday, affects the flow of vehicles navigating the ongoing Westshore Interchange construction project.

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Why It Matters

Commuters and travelers using the I-275 corridor in Tampa will experience significant traffic delays due to the new lane configuration required for the overhaul.

Key Facts

  • A new traffic pattern was implemented on northbound I-275 near the Howard Frankland Bridge.
  • The traffic shift began on Monday.
  • The change is part of the ongoing Westshore Interchange overhaul project.
  • Congestion is specifically impacting drivers attempting to access State Road 60, the Veterans Expressway, and Tampa International Airport.
  • Significant delays were reported by drivers on Tuesday.

Who's Mentioned

locationVeterans Expressway“Roadway accessible via the affected exit.”locationHoward Frankland Bridge“The bridge near the site of the traffic congestion.”organizationFlorida Department of Transportation“The agency managing the Westshore Interchange project.”locationKennedy Boulevard“Roadway affected by ramp closures.”otherExit 39“The specific exit ramp being relocated.”locationI-275“The interstate highway where the construction is occurring.”organizationWFLA“The news organization reporting the traffic update.”personZachary Stringer“FDOT representative providing project details.”locationHoward Frankland bridge“The bridge near the construction site.”locationWestshore Interchange“The construction site where the traffic pattern was changed.”locationTampa International Airport“Destination affected by the traffic pattern change.”locationState Road 60“Roadway accessible via the affected exit.”