The next time you are in downtown Tampa, take a moment to experience Frames on Franklin, THEA’s evolving public art installation beneath the Selmon Expressway across from USF Health CAMLS. Recently refreshed with new artwork and updated visuals, Frames on Franklin continues to transform an everyday piece of infrastructure into a vibrant community space that […]
If you have traveled along Lakewood Drive recently, you may have noticed construction activity underway as part of THEA’s Lakewood Drive Repairs Project. This important infrastructure improvement focused on repairing a deteriorated retaining wall and adjacent sidewalk to strengthen the corridor and support long-term safety and reliability for the community. The retaining wall repairs help […]
The Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority (THEA) is starting construction for the South Selmon Capacity Project. The $362 million investment designed to address the 80% traffic increase the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway has seen over the last decade. Community Open House Recap Thank you to everyone who joined us on April 13th at the Kate Jackson […]
As the Florida summer approaches, the Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority (THEA) is committed to helping you navigate the season’s unique driving challenges. Whether you are planning a local staycation or a long-distance road trip, the combination of high temperatures and sporadic rain storms requires extra preparation. Our goal is to ensure that your journey on […]
Each April, transportation agencies and road workers across the country unite for National Work Zone Awareness Week, and the Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority is proud to be part of the conversation. This week serves as an important reminder that work zone safety is a shared responsibility between the crews building our roads and the drivers […]
Life moves fast in Tampa Bay. Whether you’re commuting into Downtown Tampa, heading home to Brandon, or navigating the critical connection to MacDill Air Force Base, we’re all balancing a lot. But there is one place where multitasking should never happen: behind the wheel. April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and here at the […]
Tampa has officially traded its small-town roots for a spot as one of the nation’s fastest-growing urban economies. From the upcoming rising skyline of GasWorx and Ybor City to the growing Channel District, billions of dollars in redevelopment are transforming our city into a denser, more connected urban center. The Numbers Behind the Growth The […]
Community Gathers to Honor Deputy John Robert Kotfila Jr. on 10-Year Anniversary Memorial Bench Unveiling and Dedication On March 12, the Kotfila family, law enforcement partners, and members of the Tampa community gathered at the Deputy John Robert Kotfila Jr. Memorial Dog Park to mark the 10-year anniversary of Deputy Kotfila’s passing and dedicate a […]
Pardon our dust! The Deputy Kotfila Memorial Dog Park will be temporarily closed for upgrades and improvements starting Monday, March 9th. We’re working hard to make the park even better for our furry friends! Closure Details: Starts: Monday, March 9th at 8:00 AM Reopens: Tuesday March 10th at 5:00 PM We apologize for the inconvenience […]
Spring break is just around the corner, and for many, that means sun, sand, and much-needed relaxation. But before you reach your destination, there’s the journey itself. At the Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority (THEA), we see the seasonal shift firsthand. March is consistently our busiest month of the year, bringing extra travelers to the Selmon […]
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