Our team was brought on by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to relocate the northbound-to-eastbound exit ramp at the I-75 and Pines Boulevard Interchange. This relocation was necessary to vacate the southeast quadrant for a planned Express Bus Hub and Park & Ride, while also addressing traffic demands, reducing congestion, and improving mobility, safety, evacuation routes, and truck access.

Previous planning efforts by other consultants were unable to meet Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Level of Service (LOS) standards for the interchange. To overcome this, our highway design team developed a unique solution—an Echelon Intersection at the relocated ramp terminal. By separating turning movements across two levels, the design increased green time and successfully achieved the required LOS, unlocking the site for future transit infrastructure.

The project’s multimodal enhancements help advance FDOT’s broader goals for integrated regional transit, while positioning the Pines Boulevard corridor to accommodate future growth and increased commuter demand.