Commercial Boulevard Railroad Crossing in Oakland Park to Close for 5 Days of Repairs Starting September 26

Oakland Park residents should prepare for significant traffic disruptions next week as the Florida East Coast Railway (FEC) closes Commercial Boulevard at the railroad crossing for maintenance. The closure begins at 6 p.m. on Saturday, September 26, and is expected to last through 10 p.m. on Wednesday, September 30.

The full closure affects Commercial Boulevard at the FEC crossing, located east of I-95 and west of Federal Highway. Crews will rehabilitate the existing track, repair rails, and replace the railroad crossing surface during this five-day period. The FEC is responsible for these planned repairs.

Motorists will encounter significant delays and should plan alternative routes. Advance message signs are already in place to notify drivers of the upcoming closure. City officials are coordinating traffic signal timing to help minimize impacts during the work.

The closure may extend through 6 p.m. on Thursday, October 1, if crews require additional time to complete the repairs. Drivers should follow posted detour signs and use alternate routes when possible to avoid congestion.