Please Note: This project is part of the of the I-95 Express Lanes Phase 3B-2 project.
The very first Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) in Palm Beach County is coming to Boca Raton. Starting January 27, 2023, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), will convert the existing SR-808/Glades Road and I-95 interchange to a DDI.
What is a Diverging Diamond Interchange?
A Diverging Diamond Interchange or DDI is a type of interchange that allows the two directions of traffic on the roadway to temporarily cross to the opposite side of the road. Signalized intersections as well as overhead directional signage and pavement markings will help provide the following:
- Safer access to and from I-95
- Alleviation of traffic delays and congestion
- Reduction in crashes at the interchange by a projected 33%, per FDOT
- Improvement of future projected traffic demand, mobility and efficiency for all users
When will the DDI be implemented?
Implementation of the DDI will take place Friday, January 27 through Monday, January 30. Please note that all access to and from SR-808/Glades Road at I-95 will be CLOSED that weekend.
SR-808/Glades Road at I-95 will REOPEN to traffic in the new DDI configuration on Monday, January 30 at 6am.
Please slow down and use caution as you approach the interchange as the existing westbound movement will become the new eastbound movement and the existing eastbound movement will be the new westbound movement. Use the overhead signage, signals and pavement markings to navigate the new configuration. Law enforcement officers will be on site to assist motorists.
How do I learn more about the DDI?
To help drivers better understand the new traffic pattern, project scope, and closures as well as to answer any questions, FDOT will host two informational meetings:
- In-person Open House, Spanish River Library (1501 Spanish River Blvd) on Wednesday, Jan. 18 from 5pm -7pm
- 2nd Floor Mezzanine
- Formal presentations will be made at 5:15pm and 6:15pm
- Q&A to follow each presentation
- Virtual Public Meeting, Thursday, Jan. 19 from 5:30pm – 6:30pm
- Presentations will begin promptly at 5:30pm and 6pm
- (Register here) or call in at +1 (213) 929-4212; Access Code: 355-527-473
What roadways will be closed as part of the DDI implementation?
As part of the DDI implementation, all access to and from Glades Road at I-95 will be CLOSED beginning Friday, January 27 at 11pm through Monday, January 30 at 6am. The following closures and detours will be in effect.
- I-95 Southbound Entrance Ramp from Eastbound Glades Road - Motorists will be detoured via Butts Road, Town Center Road, SR-809/Military Trail and Palmetto Park Road.
- I-95 Southbound Entrance Ramp from Westbound Glades Road - Motorists will be detoured via Airport Road and SR-794/Yamato Road.
- I-95 Northbound Entrance Ramp from Eastbound Glades Road - Motorists will be detoured via Butts Road, SR-809/Military Trail and SR-794/Yamato Road.
- I-95 Northbound Entrance Ramp from Westbound Glades Road - Motorists will be detoured via Airport Road and SR-794/Yamato Road
- I-95 Southbound Exit Ramp to Glades Road - Motorists will be detoured via SR-9/I-95 southbound and Palmetto Park Road. SR-808/Glades Road east traffic will travel north on SR-5/Federal Highway. SR-808/Glades Road west traffic will travel north on SR-809/Military Trail and Butts Road.
- I-95 Northbound Exit Ramp to Glades Road - Motorists will be detoured via SR-9/I-95 northbound and SR-794/Yamato Road. SR-808/Glades Road east traffic will travel south on US-1/N. Federal Highway and SR-808/Glades Road west traffic will travel south on SR-809/Military Trail and Butts Road.
- Westbound Glades Road at I-95 - Motorists will be detoured via Airport Road, Spanish River Boulevard, SR-809/Military Trail, and Butts Road.
- Eastbound Glades Road at I-95 - Motorists will be detoured via Butts Road, Town Center Road, SR-809/Military Trail, Palmetto Park Road, and SR-5/N. Federal Highway.
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