Eastbound Dolphin Expressway Lanes Reopen After Inspection

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) temporarily closed the eastbound lanes of the Dolphin Expressway near Interstate 95 for an emergency inspection of an overhead bridge support structure. Detours were implemented, directing traffic through Northwest 17th Avenue, Southwest 1st Street, and South Miami Avenue to access key routes such as I-95, Biscayne Boulevard, and the MacArthur Causeway. Although the reason for the emergency inspection was not initially disclosed, the lanes have since reopened after engineers cleared the structure, with normal traffic flow resuming. Drivers are advised to remain cautious due to potential congestion as traffic normalizes. FDOT collaborated with engineering and infrastructure specialists during the inspection, but no specific timeline was initially provided for the closure. The closure and inspection were necessary as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and integrity of the infrastructure.