Lane Closures Hit SR 436 and OBT; Overnight I-4 Detours in Effect

Morning Commute Overview

Happy Monday, Orlando. Commuters heading out this morning, March 2, 2026, should prepare for significant roadwork activity on several major arteries. While the morning rush is underway, several overnight projects are wrapping up, and significant long-term construction remains in full swing across the metro area. Drivers are encouraged to allow extra travel time, particularly on the west side of the city and near the tourist districts.

Major Highway and Expressway Alerts

• I-4 / Central Florida Parkway: Critical overnight bridge work continues as part of the Beyond the Ultimate project. Nightly closures of Central Florida Parkway under I-4 are scheduled to remain in effect until 6:30 a.m. If you are on the road before the reopening, follow the detour via Palm Parkway to eastbound Daryl Carter Parkway and northbound International Drive.
• SR 436 (Semoran Blvd): Expect residual delays from overnight milling and resurfacing between South Orange Blossom Trail (U.S. 441) and the Seminole County line. Alternating single- and double-lane closures are scheduled to end at 6:00 a.m., but heavy congestion often persists through the early morning peak.
• SR 408 (East-West Expressway): Watch for active work zones near downtown Orlando. A major $219 million capacity project is currently underway to add a fifth eastbound lane between Church Street and I-4. Additionally, motorists should be aware of ongoing concrete coating projects affecting the SR 408 and SR 417 interchange through the spring.

Surface Street and Local Roadworks

Heavy impacts are expected on Orange Blossom Trail (U.S. 441) today with multiple active work zones requiring caution:

• Daytime Closures: From 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., alternating single-lane closures will affect both directions between Wadsworth Road and Sacred Oak Drive for final punch list work.
• Drill Shaft Work: Between 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., expect northbound single-lane closures specifically at the North Pine Hills Road and Clarcona Road intersections.
• Downtown Closures: Within the city limits, Putnam Avenue remains closed southbound between Amelia Street and Federal Street for the Creative Village project. Garden Plaza also remains closed from Weber Street to Illinois Street.

Disney Area and Special Events

The Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend concludes today with a final yoga event on property. While the major race-day road closures from the weekend have officially ended, motorists near the resort should still expect higher-than-normal traffic volumes and possible minor diversions. Residual event breakdown around EPCOT and the surrounding hotel corridors may lead to intermittent delays through mid-morning.

Public Transport Updates

• LYNX: Passengers in Seminole County are reminded that most traditional bus routes were replaced by the Scout on-demand service earlier this year. A public information session regarding further April service changes will be held today, March 2, at Kissimmee City Hall from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• SunRail: The Winter Express schedule is fully active today, featuring expanded late-night weekday service for those working late or attending evening events. Check the latest digital boards for minor timing adjustments intended to improve system-wide reliability.