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The Venetian Causeway Water and Sewer Main Replacement project is underway. The contractor is working to replace the old water and sewer main with new pipes that will be installed underground.

Project Update

This project has returned to Phase II (final phase) and pipe connections will take place between Rivo Alto and Belle Isle. The contractor will perform another water shutdown. The city will deploy resources to ensure that the water supply is not disrupted during these activities. Select properties on Belle Isle will be contacted separately regarding this work.

To keep traffic flowing, we ask that all vehicles, including commercial vehicles, refrain from parking on the road. The city's Parking and Police Departments have also committed to increased enforcement during this traffic change.

Timeline

A full project closeout will take place by the end of the fall 2023. The project team anticipates that all traffic impacts will be removed by October 2023. Regular work hours will continue Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with weekend work approved on a case-by-case basis.

Please know that this schedule may change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.

Phase II – Traffic Changes

A temporary change in traffic pattern will be implemented on Belle Isle from 9/5/23 to 9/8/23. Please read below for more information on the closures.

• The eastbound lane on Venetian Way between Island Ave will be closed.
• The eastbound lane on Venetian Way between East and West Rivo Alto will be closed.
• A portion of the westbound sidewalk and bike lane on Venetian Way (Belle Isle) will be closed.
• A portion of the westbound travel lane on Venetian Way (Belle Isle) will be closed. Please heed all signage and personnel.
• The eastbound bike lanes and sidewalks will be closed.
• Left turn from Century Lane onto Venetian Way (eastbound) will be restricted.
• Traffic on Belle Isle will be redirected through Island Ave south.

Belle Isle Traffic Changes - Phase II (9/5/23 – 9/8/23)

Rivo Alto Traffic Changes - Phase II

What to Expect

• Due to the partial closure of Venetian Way, residents will notice an increase in traffic through their neighborhood.
• There may be construction noise due to drilling equipment.
• Commuters to and from Miami Beach will face delays on the Venetian Causeway due to detours. 
• There may be moderate noise impacts outside of normal working hours.
• One lane of the Venetian Causeway will be open at all times.
• Emergency vehicles will have access to the islands at all times.

Quick Access

For more information on this project, please see additional resources below:

• Phase II - FAQs
• Updated Schedule
• Project Page

Who to Contact

Gabriella Gonzalez, Neighborhood Affairs Coordinator at GabriellaGonzalez@miamibeachfl.gov