NewsWFLA (NBC 8) — Local NewsAugust 13, 2026Hillsborough
Florida Department of Transportation shifts northbound I-275 traffic pattern at Westshore Interchange
A new traffic pattern on northbound I-275 near the Howard Frankland Bridge is causing delays for drivers attempting to access State Road 60, the Veterans Expressway, and Tampa International Airport. The change, implemented by construction crews on Monday, alters how vehicles navigate the Westshore Interchange.
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Commuters and travelers using the I-275 northbound corridor face increased travel times and congestion due to the new lane configuration at a major regional transit hub.
Key Facts
- A new traffic pattern was implemented on northbound I-275 near the Howard Frankland Bridge.
- The change took effect on Monday.
- The shift is part of the ongoing Westshore Interchange overhaul project.
- The new pattern is causing significant traffic delays for drivers.
- Affected routes include access points for State Road 60, the Veterans Expressway, and Tampa International Airport.
Who's Mentioned
locationVeterans Expressway“A road affected by the new traffic pattern.”locationHoward Frankland Bridge“The bridge near the affected traffic area.”organizationFlorida Department of Transportation“The agency managing the Westshore Interchange project.”otherExit 39“The specific exit ramp that was relocated.”locationI-275“The interstate highway where the construction is occurring.”organizationWFLA“The news organization reporting the traffic update.”personZachary Stringer“Representative for the Florida Department of Transportation.”locationHoward Frankland bridge“The bridge near the construction site.”locationWestshore Interchange“The specific interchange where the traffic pattern was altered.”locationTampa International Airport“A destination affected by the traffic changes.”locationState Road 60“A road affected by the new traffic pattern.”