JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Drivers crossing the Buckman Bridge this weekend should expect delays. Two outside lanes of I-295 North will close Friday night as part of ongoing bridge improvement work.
The northbound double lane closures are scheduled to begin at 10 p.m. Friday, July 24, and are expected to reopen by 4 a.m. Monday, July 27, weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting.
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The ramp from San Jose Boulevard (State Road 13) to I-295 North will also be closed during that time. Motorists will be detoured via Old St. Augustine Road to access I-295 North. Drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes if possible and plan for additional travel time.
The closures are part of a larger project to replace finger joints on the Buckman Bridge over the St. Johns River in Duval County. Work also includes partial coatings and structural steel improvements.
The $5.4 million contract was awarded to Cekra, Inc. Project completion is expected in fall 2026, weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting.
Drivers can stay informed about lane closures and roadwork by following FDOT District 2 at @MyFDOT_NEFL on X or MyFDOTNEFL on Facebook, or by visiting nflroads.com. For real-time traffic alerts, visit FL511.com or download the FL511 app.