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Green Cove Springs Today
By the People, for the People
New Ramps Open at First Coast Expressway and State Road 16 Interchange
The final two ramps are set to open, easing traffic for the upcoming Clay County Agricultural Fair.
Mar. 30, 2026 at 12:20am
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The final two ramps at the interchange of the First Coast Expressway and State Road 16 in Green Cove Springs, Florida are scheduled to open on April 1. The new ramps are expected to alleviate traffic congestion for the upcoming Clay County Agricultural Fair.
Why it matters
The First Coast Expressway is a major infrastructure project aimed at improving regional connectivity in Clay County. The new ramps will allow for easier access to and from the expressway, which is crucial during high-traffic events like the county fair.
The details
The new ramps will allow motorists to enter the southbound First Coast Expressway from State Road 16 and exit the northbound expressway onto State Road 16. This is part of a larger construction project for the First Coast Expressway that is expected to be completed by summer 2026.
- The new ramps are scheduled to open on April 1, 2026.
- The broader First Coast Expressway construction project has an estimated completion date of summer 2026.
The players
First Coast Expressway
Also called State Road 23, this is a major infrastructure project aimed at improving regional connectivity in Clay County, Florida.
State Road 16
The state road that intersects with the First Coast Expressway in Green Cove Springs, Florida.
Clay County Agricultural Fair
An annual fair held in Clay County, Florida that attracts large crowds and requires efficient transportation access.
What’s next
The new ramps are scheduled to open on April 1, 2026, in time for the upcoming Clay County Agricultural Fair.
The takeaway
The opening of these new ramps is a significant milestone in the ongoing First Coast Expressway project, which aims to improve regional connectivity and transportation access in Clay County, especially for major events like the county fair.
