Frequently Asked Questions
What is the I-95 Expansion Project?
What are the improvements being made on I-95?
How long are these projects anticipated to last?
Will there be lane closures on this project?
Will access to my business or home be blocked at any time?
Who do I contact during the construction of these projects if I have any questions?
How do I acquire information about this project?
How do I get timely and accurate traffic information before I leave home?
Q: What is the I-95 Expansion Project?
A: The I-95 Expansion Project is the last of several projects designed to ease traffic flow and improve safety along I-95 in Palm Beach County. This project has two separate segments that include I-95 from just south of PGA Boulevard to Donald Ross Road and I-95 from Donald Ross Road to Indiantown Road / S.R. 706. There were also two addition roadway improvement projects overseen by the same project team, which took place during the I-95 Expansion Projects. Those projects are complete and included the Indiantown Road / S.R. 706 Improvement Project from the Florida's Turnpike to Chasewood Plaza, in Jupiter and the U.S. 1 Drainage Improvement Project at the intersection of U.S. 1 and S.R. A1A / PGA Boulevard (Jack Nicklaus Drive), in Palm Beach Gardens.
Q: What are the improvements being made on I-95?
A: The projects on I-95 from south of PGA Boulevard to south of Donald Ross Road and south of Donald Ross Road to Indiantown Road / S.R. 706 consist of widening I-95 to include one new High Occupancy Vehicle Lane (HOV) in each direction as well as milling and resurfacing existing travel lanes, drainage improvements, lighting, signage and landscaping.
Q: How long are these projects anticipated to last?
A: Work began summer 2008 and will last approximately four years on I-95.
Q: Will there be lane closures on this project?
A: In order to perform this work safely, it will be necessary to close travel lanes at various times and locations. Ramps to and from I-95 will also be closed at various times. Please note, however, that there will be at least one lane open along I-95 at all times. Electronic message boards will notify motorists of upcoming traffic shifts and lane closures. Weekly lane closure updates will be posted on the project Web site at www.pbfdot.com/95Expansion/closures.html.
Q: Will access to my business or home be blocked at any time?
A: Access to local residences and businesses will be maintained at all times. Should it become necessary to close an individual driveway to perform project-related work, the project team will coordinate with property owners in advance.
Q: Who do I contact during the construction of these projects if I have any questions?
A: For questions or concerns call the Construction Public Information Office at 561-718-4709. You may also make an appointment to come by the construction field office located at 11641 Kew Gardens Avenue, Suite 101, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410.
Q: How do I acquire information about this project?
A: You may log onto the Web site anytime at www.pbfdot.com/95Expansion for accurate construction information. There, you can check on lane closures, project progress or send comments and suggestions to the project team, or you can contact the Construction Public Information Office at 561-718-4709.
Q: How do I get timely and accurate traffic information before I leave home?
A: For around-the-clock, real-time traffic information within Palm Beach County or surrounding areas, call 511. Voice prompts will guide you through to the roadway(s) in which you are interested in and supply you with construction activities for the upcoming week and current traffic conditions.
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