Sawgrass Expressway widening project moves forward between Atlantic Boulevard and Sample Road in Coral Springs with major construction milestones reached
Coral Springs, Florida – Construction on the Sawgrass Expressway in Coral Springs is making steady progress, with crews working to widen the highway between Atlantic Boulevard and Sample Road, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) reported last month. The project, which aims to expand the corridor from six lanes to ten, is part of a larger, multi-year effort to improve traffic flow and safety throughout northwest Broward County.
FDOT officials highlighted several recent milestones along the construction corridor. Workers have completed concrete pours for the C-5 Canal bridge, a critical structure in the widening effort, and have installed support piles for the bridge at Sample Road. These steps represent visible progress for drivers traveling near the work zones, officials said.
To accommodate ongoing construction, northbound traffic on Florida’s Turnpike has been shifted in certain areas, allowing crews to open new sections of the project for active work. In addition to structural improvements, crews have begun installing new lighting, roadway signs, and communication lines. These upgrades are intended to improve both safety and traffic operations through the work zones, FDOT said.
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“The widening project will add capacity and modernize the infrastructure along the Sawgrass Expressway,” FDOT spokespersons said, emphasizing that the work is part of a broader plan to address growing traffic demand in the area. Officials noted that population growth in northwest Broward County has contributed to higher traffic volumes, making the expansion a priority for local and regional transportation planning.
The project is expected to continue through early 2028 for this portion of the expressway. Construction crews are carefully coordinating work to minimize disruption for drivers while completing a complex series of improvements, which include roadway widening, bridge modernization, and upgrades to supporting infrastructure.
The broader Sawgrass Expressway widening program, covering multiple segments throughout northwest Broward County, carries an estimated cost of $231 million and is anticipated to take up to seven years to complete. Transportation officials said the investment is intended to provide long-term benefits, not only increasing capacity but also improving overall safety, reducing congestion, and supporting future growth in the region.
As the project progresses, FDOT encourages drivers to remain alert and follow posted signage within the construction zones. Officials say these measures are crucial for maintaining safety for both drivers and construction crews working in active areas.
Residents and commuters in Coral Springs and surrounding communities can expect continued changes to traffic patterns as construction moves forward. Despite temporary disruptions, FDOT emphasizes that the widening project will ultimately deliver a smoother, safer, and more modern corridor that can accommodate the area’s growing traffic needs for years to come.
With milestones like the C-5 Canal bridge and Sample Road support piles completed, and ongoing work on lighting and signage, the Sawgrass Expressway widening is steadily taking shape, marking a major step in the transformation of one of northwest Broward County’s key transportation corridors.
