Coral Springs commuters prepare for major Sawgrass-to-I-95 traffic disruptions as $1.3 billion SW 10th Street Connector project breaks ground this summer
Coral Springs, Florida – Drivers traveling between Coral Springs, the Sawgrass Expressway, and I-95 are about to see one of the most significant transportation overhauls in South Florida begin to take shape, as a long-planned highway connector moves from design into construction this summer.
Officials announced Friday that early construction on the SW 10th Street Connector Project is scheduled to begin in late summer 2026, marking the first visible phase of a massive infrastructure effort valued at $1.3 billion. Major construction activity is expected to follow in summer 2027, with full completion projected for 2032.
For years, the stretch of SW 10th Street at the eastern end of the Sawgrass Expressway has been identified as a critical missing link in the regional road network. Transportation planners have pointed to persistent congestion, safety issues, and operational strain caused by heavy traffic moving between major highways and local roads.
The new project aims to directly connect the Sawgrass Expressway with I-95 along SW 10th Street, reshaping how traffic flows through the area. Officials say the design will create two distinct roadway systems: one focused on regional through-traffic between the highways, and another rebuilt local corridor intended to better serve nearby communities.
In addition to vehicle improvements, the project includes a 12-foot shared-use path designed for pedestrians and cyclists, reflecting a broader effort to support multi-modal transportation options in a rapidly growing region.
Beyond the SW 10th Street corridor itself, the project extends improvements along I-95 from north of Sample Road to north of Hillsboro Boulevard. This portion of the plan includes upgrades to the SW 10th Street and Hillsboro Boulevard interchanges, both of which are key pressure points for daily commuters.
Another major component involves expanding the I-95 Express Lanes from one lane to two lanes in each direction, a change expected to improve traffic flow along one of South Florida’s busiest highways. The project also calls for the reconstruction of the NW/NE 48th Street bridge over I-95, further modernizing aging infrastructure in the corridor.
Transportation officials say the SW 10th Street Connector is part of the broader Moving Florida Forward Infrastructure Initiative, a statewide effort aimed at reducing congestion, improving safety, strengthening transportation networks, and supporting long-term economic growth.
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The scale of the project reflects both current demand and future growth expectations for Broward County and surrounding areas, where commuter traffic continues to increase as residential and commercial development expands outward.
As planning transitions into early construction, the Florida Department of Transportation is working to keep the public informed about what to expect. A public open house is scheduled for Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Johnny L. Tigner Community Center, located at 435 SW 2nd Street in Deerfield Beach.
For those unable to attend in person, a virtual meeting will be held the same day from noon to 1 p.m. via Microsoft Teams. Participants can register through the project link or by calling the provided hotline, and a recorded version of the meeting will be made available online at www.sw10street.com.
As construction timelines stretch into the next decade, commuters are expected to experience phased work zones and traffic adjustments. While disruptions are likely, officials emphasize that the long-term goal is a more efficient and safer regional connection between Coral Springs, the Sawgrass Expressway, and I-95.
When completed, the SW 10th Street Connector is expected to permanently change how thousands of daily commuters move through the region, easing pressure on existing routes and modernizing one of South Florida’s most congested transportation corridors.
