OXFORD, FL (352today.com) – The Sumter County Board of County Commissioners has approved the removal of trees along County Road (CR) 103 in the Oxford area due to safety concerns. The tree removal project is scheduled to begin on Monday, August 18, 2025, and is expected to take approximately one week to complete.

Message boards will be placed on Monday, August 11, 2025, to alert motorists and provide ample time for the community to plan for the temporary road closure.

CR 103 will be closed to through traffic during daytime hours only while the work is being performed. The closure will extend from CR 104 to Woodbridge Drive to allow for safe placement of equipment in the roadway.

Map showing the planned closure of County Road 103 between County Road 104 and Woodbridge Drive in Oxford, Florida.
A map shows the planned daytime closure of County Road 103 between County Road 104 and Woodbridge Drive in Oxford for a tree removal project starting Aug. 18, 2025. Courtesy: Sumter County BOCC

The trees being removed are located within the clear zone and are considered a hazard. This project will bring the corridor into compliance with the Florida Greenbook standard for clear zones, which requires a minimum of four feet of clear space from the edge of the travel lane.

Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes during the daytime closure and follow posted detour signage. Access will be maintained for local residents and emergency services.

Sumter County thanks the public for its patience and cooperation as we work to improve safety for all roadway users.

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