About the Project
Project Description: Northbound I-95 from the SR 1 interchange to northbound I-295 at the US Route 13 interchange experiences significant congestion during typical AM peak hours and summer weekends. The AM peak hour congestion is due to commuters traveling to the City of Wilmington and Philadelphia while summer weekend congestion is caused by travelers continuing along northbound I-295 to New Jersey and other northern destinations. This project will add a third northbound lane on I-295 to alleviate congestion in this part of the corridor
Project Overview: The I-295 Northbound, SR 141 to US 13 Project include the following improvements:
- Reconstruction and pavement widening along I-95 NB to add a sixth travel lane and I-295 NB to add a third travel lane from Airport Rd, Exit 5A to US 13.
- Reconfiguring the I-95 NB, Exit 5A, Airport Rd to a roundabout to facilitate easier traffic operations at the intersection for motorists.
- Reconfiguring and lengthening the acceleration lane onto I-295 NB from SB SR 141, Exit 2 for improved safety and operation.
- Reconfiguring the US-13 interchange. Two ramps, one from I495 southbound and another from I295 northbound converge to a single lane for a short distance to access US 13 northbound or I295 northbound ramps. The project proposes maintaining two ramp lanes in this area to lengthen the weave condition for improved operation and safety
- Upgrading overhead signage and lighting.
- Installing a new overhead variable message sign.
- Construction of one retaining wall to minimize environmental impacts
- Improved drainage.
- Constructing a stormwater facility adjacent to the Airport Rd roundabout to collect and manage runoff from storm events.
- Incorporation of new intelligent transportation system devices.
Current Phase: Design and Planning
Project Timeline:
Construction Start Date: 2024
Construction End Date: 2025
Virtual Workshop Information: Conceptual Improvements, May 2022