Residents of Clay County are probably quite accustomed to seeing the construction of the first coastal autostrade, but when will it be done in the next phase? The first coastal auto insane is a multiple taxi road that will cross parts of Duvall, Clay and St. Jones. The road aims to reduce traffic congestion and open an evacuation road for emergencies. The Times-Union asked Sarah Plezantz, a spokesman for FDOT, a few questions about the project.
How long is the first coastal auto insane?
The total length of the offered roadway is approximately 46 miles. FCE will reduce congestion on other major road sails in the region, which is important not only for everyday travelers, but also in times of evacuation related to the storm.
When did the construction of the first coast of the highway began?
The construction of the first coastal autostrade began in 2013, with the first phase of the project between the I-10 and State Road 21 (Blanding Boulevard) completed in 2019.
In which phase is the project for the first coast on the coast?
Currently, the project is in two phases, the second and the third, which will be the last. It consists of two separate projects in Clay County, along with the new bridge of the St. Jones River, which will replace the existing SHANDS Bridge.
The last phase in St. Jones County is also divided into two segments, one of which began construction late last year. The other is expected to start construction at the end of 2025.
What roads are currently being built?
State Road 21 FCE north of State Road 16 began construction in early 2019 and is evaluated to graduate in the summer of 2025. From the north of the State Road 16 to the East of County Road 209, construction begins in the spring of 2019 and is evaluated for completion in early 2026.
FCE St. The Johns River Bridge began construction at the end of 2022 and is evaluated for completion in 2030 from the east of County Road 16a to the east of County Road 2209 began construction in November and is evaluated for completion in 2030.
The construction of Expressway First Coast has been running since 2013. The third and last phase of work is expected to be carried out in 2030.
When will the first coastal rate open?
The road taxi collection on the first coastal highway began in July 2019. The last phase of the project, which includes a new bridge over the St. Jones River and the I-95 connection in St. Jones County, is expected to be completed in 2031, with meteorological and unforeseen circumstances allowing.
Where will the first coast speed start and end when finished?
The first coastal auto insane technically begins right north of the I-10 in the United States 90 and will eventually pass through the County Duvall, Clay and St. Jones, ending a new exchange with the I-95.
How is this project envisaged to improve the flow of traffic in the area?
The new bridge over the St. Jones River will offer significant improvements to the existing SHANDS bridge with two road sails in each direction, emergency shoulders, a shared use for pedestrians and cyclists and a vertical clearance of 65 feet compared to the existing 45-foot clever to improve maritime trade in the region,
FCE will also provide an alternative evacuation path to the state during hurricanes and other emergencies.
Can I use my solar type on the first coastal auto insada?
The traffic of the autostraud will go through electronic fees for tolls without stopping. The positions will contain an electronic system that will either detect the transponder device on the solar road of the vehicle or will scan the registration plate of the vehicle for invoice for fees by mail.
The construction of Expressway First Coast has been running since 2013. The third and last phase of work is expected to be carried out in 2030.
What will be the fees this time?
Drivers may expect them to be on a fee for the FCE finished phase. There are five fees on FCE. More information on current road taxes is available at Sunpass Toll Calculator. The degree of toll in FCE varies depending on the duration of the segment, but drivers using Sunpass or other operational compatible transponders receive the most prices.
How can I be in the course of the first shore highway?
More information about each segment, including photos and interactive GIS cards, is available at www.firstcoastexpressway.com.
This article originally appeared in Florida Times-Union: First Coast Expressway, progressing in Clay County