Ramp Signals are traffic lights that have been working to reduce congestion along northbound Interstate 95 (I-95) and soon they will do the same along the southbound portion of the corridor as well.
Phase 1B of the Ramp Signaling Project is scheduled to launch April 14, 2010. This phase will activate twelve (12) ramp signals along the southbound highway entrance points of I-95, from NE 203rd Street/Ives Dairy Road to NW 62nd Street plus two (2) additional signals will also be activated along the northbound entrance points of the highway, from Miami Gardens Drive to NE 203rd Street/Ives Dairy Road. A total of fourteen (14) ramp signals will be activated as part of Phase 1B.
Ramp Signals will be activated during times of heavy congestion, such as weekday rush-hour periods, but may also be activated in case a traffic incident or special event impacts regular expressway operations. The signals work based on real-time traffic conditions and alternate between red and green lights to control the rate which vehicles enter the highway. They break up the groups of merging vehicles to reduce the impacts of entering traffic to regulate the flow on the mainline. To date, Ramp signals have improved mobility along northbound portion of the corridor and have increased travel speeds by 16% during the evening rush hour.
How Does Ramp Signaling Work?
When the signal is red: Pull up to the marked white line on the pavement before the “Stop Here on Red,” sign to activate the ramp meter light.
When the signal light turns green: One or two vehicles, as indicated by the signage on the ramp, should proceed and merge onto the interstate.
Be patient: A short wait at the ramp will help reduce your travel times and improve your commute along the mainline.
Enforcement of Ramp Signaling will occur as part of the 95 Express program. Drivers who fail to obey the traffic signals will be subject to penalties as permitted by law.
Ramp Signals are traffic lights that have been working to reduce congestion along northbound Interstate 95 (I-95) and soon they will do the same along the southbound portion of the corridor as well. 