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A longstanding complaint from drivers turning northbound onto Kernan from eastbound JTB is having to sit at that dreaded red light, especially during rush hour.
The New Traffic Pattern
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The new route (green arrow) allows drivers to exit JTB eastbound and make a full loop onto Kernan northbound without having to stop at a traffic light. The new exit is about 1/3 of a mile past the existing exit ramp (blue arrow). Drivers will now only use the existing exit for southbound Kernan.
News4Jax shared a video of an early morning drive onto the new exit ramp.
The Full Project
This new exit ramp is a part of the FDOT's interchange improvement project at Kernan Boulevard, costing around $17 million as a whole, with an expected completion date of late 2024. The full scope of this project includes:
- Construction of a partial cloverleaf interchange
- Adding capacity to on- and off-ramps
- Construction of a shared-use path (SUP) for pedestrians and bicyclists
- Milling and resurfacing of existing pavement on Butler Boulevard, Kernan Boulevard and ramps
- Construction of ponds and other drainage improvements
- Roadway lighting upgrades
- Installation of new signage and mast arm signals
New traffic patterns usually always leads to a few confused drivers and a few accidents. If you are ever injured in an accident, please call our Jacksonville car accident lawyers at Wilkes & Mee for fast action.