South County Integrated Mobility Study

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Figure 15. Crosswalks on US 41 and Apollo Beach Blvd. Source: Google Maps

US 41 is a barrier for bicyclists and pedestrians traveling from the neighborhoods east of US 41 to the areas of activity (nodes), which are predominantly west of US 41. The traffic volume and speed of US 41, coupled with a lack of sidewalks along the eastern side, make this roadway particularly dangerous for bicyclists and pedestrians. Adding shade trees and sidewalks on the eastern side and providing more opportunities for safe bicycle and pedestrian crossing over US 41 would improve safety and comfort.

Apollo Beach is served by several HART stops along US 41 and one Park-n-Ride near US 41 and Apollo Beach Boulevard. Transit users needing to access stops on the eastern side of US 41 do

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