The Florida Department of Transportation has implemented a new diverging diamond traffic pattern at a well-trafficked interchange near ChampionsGate on Sunday morning.
The traffic pattern at the Interstate 4 and County Road 532 interchange was updated today, according to FDOT. Motorists who are approaching the interchange on C.R. 532 will switch to the left side of the road at a traffic signal before passing under the interstate and returning to the right side at the next traffic signal.
Officials believe the new traffic pattern will improve safety and mobility by eliminating the need for left turns across oncoming traffic. Compared to a conventional interchange, a DDI has fewer conflict points, or places where vehicles cross paths, reducing the potential for collisions.
The new pattern also reduces the number of traffic signal phases, enabling more cars to travel through the interchange.
For detour information, please visit bit.ly/3yG3WxA Modifications or extensions to these schedules may become necessary due to weather delays or other unforeseen conditions. Motorists are encouraged to follow @I4Ultimate on Twitter or visit I4Beyond.com for updates.