Five-Month Riverside Drive Closure Set for Major Infrastructure Project in Indialantic
By Space Coast Daily // November 22, 2025
Riverside Drive Closing December 3 for Culvert Replacement, Detours Announced
BREVARD COUNTY • INDIALANTIC, FLORIDA — A key section of Riverside Drive in unincorporated Indialantic will close on Wednesday, December 3, as Brevard County launches a major drainage improvement project aimed at strengthening critical infrastructure along one of the area’s most-traveled corridors.
The closure affects the stretch of Riverside Drive south of Sand Dollar Road and north of Falcon Drive, the main entrance to The Sanctuary neighborhood.
County officials estimate the work will take approximately five months, with the roadway expected to reopen in mid-April.
County leaders say the project is essential for improving long-term roadway stability and stormwater flow—an increasingly important priority in coastal communities prone to heavy rainfall and tidal impacts.
The project centers on replacing the current culvert crossing with two new dual 8-foot-by-3-foot concrete box culverts, designed to convey stormwater and reduce the risk of flooding more efficiently. Crews will also complete associated roadway and drainage improvements to enhance safety and resilience.
The work will be carried out by Rush Construction, Inc., at a total cost of $2.32 million. Funding comes from a combination of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) allocations and local gas tax revenues.
Drivers should expect changes to their daily routes, but Brevard County says clearly marked detour signs will help guide motorists around the construction zone.
Detour routes include:
• Southbound: Eau Gallie Blvd. → Hwy A1A → Paradise Blvd.
• Northbound: Paradise Blvd. → Hwy A1A → Eau Gallie Blvd.
County officials emphasize that access to all residential driveways will remain open throughout the project.
To reduce disruptions, Brevard County is coordinating closely with Brevard Public Schools, the City of Melbourne, and local public safety agencies to ensure smooth traffic flow and consistent emergency access.
Brevard County is urging residents and commuters to plan ahead and remain patient during the months-long closure.
“We appreciate the community’s patience and understanding as we complete this critical infrastructure project,” officials said in the announcement, noting that the long-term benefits will include improved drainage, safer travel conditions, and increased resilience for nearby neighborhoods.
