Nighttime Lane Closures Set for I-10 and I-95; Daytime Delays on Blanding Boulevard

Jacksonville Traffic and Commute Overview

Commuters in Jacksonville should prepare for a mix of daytime lane restrictions and significant overnight closures as several major infrastructure projects continue across the First Coast. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has issued its weekly report for late February through March 6, 2026, highlighting critical work zones on Interstate 10, Interstate 95, and several major surface streets that will impact travel times today, Wednesday, March 4.

Major Daytime Roadworks

While much of the heavy lifting is reserved for the evening, two major surface streets are seeing active construction during daylight hours today. Commuters should plan for extra time or seek alternate routes in these areas:

• Blanding Boulevard (State Road 21): Expect southbound lane closures at the intersection of 103rd Street. This work is part of an ongoing overhead utility project and is scheduled between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. These closures are expected to persist through late March.
• Normandy Boulevard: Daytime westbound lane closures are in effect at the intersection of Nathan Hale Road. Crews are working on turn lane improvements from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Friday.

Interstate Closures and Nighttime Detours

The multi-year widening projects on I-10 and I-95 remain the primary source of disruption for evening travelers. If you are traveling after 8 p.m. tonight, be aware of the following:

• I-10 Forest Street On-Ramp: The westbound on-ramp from Forest Street to I-10 is scheduled for closure starting at 8 p.m. tonight until 5 a.m. tomorrow. Drivers are advised to follow the posted detours.
• I-95 Northside: Nighttime lane closures will occur on I-95 from Eighth Street to Martin Luther King, Jr. Parkway between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. for ongoing road surfacing work.
• I-95 at Emerson Street: Expect ramp closures from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. as bridge work continues in the area.
• MLK Parkway: The westbound on-ramp to Martin Luther King, Jr. Parkway at Boulevard Street will be closed tonight starting at 10 p.m.

Public Transit and JTA Updates

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) continues its fare reduction pilot program, which remains in effect throughout this month. This initiative is designed to gather data on ridership patterns and provide temporary relief for daily commuters. On the administrative side, the agency is under recent scrutiny regarding budget allocations for campus murals and proposed rate adjustments for the Connexion Plus service. Riders are encouraged to check the JTA mobile app for real-time bus tracking, as construction detours on routes serving the I-10 corridor may cause minor schedule shifts.

Safety and Planning

As the sun sets earlier and construction zones remain active, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office reminds drivers to reduce speeds and remain vigilant for workers on the shoulder. For those traveling through the I-10/I-95 interchange, please maintain a steady flow and avoid sudden lane changes near the barrier walls.