Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) to Open at Glades Rd & I-95

During the weekend of January 27, 2023, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), will convert the existing SR-808/Glades Road and I-95 interchange to a Diverging Diamond Interchange. Here is all you need to know about the new traffic pattern.

Please Note: This project is part of FDOT's I-95 Express Lanes Phase 3B-2 project.

What is a Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI)?

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. Per FDOT, the new interchange 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%
• Improvement of future 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. Here are some DO's and DON'Ts when navigating through the new interchange.

How do I learn more about the DDI?

To help drivers better understand the new traffic pattern, project scope, closures, and 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

You can also visit the project website for more information.

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.