All eastbound lanes of State Road 836 have reopened Friday after an early-morning crane malfunction forced a full shutdown at NW 17th Avenue, according to the Florida Department of Transportation. 

Crews have cleared the scene, but officials warn that delays may continue as traffic gradually returns to normal. Drivers are urged to use caution and allow additional travel time while conditions improve.

The incident began early Friday when an unexpected mechanical failure involving a crane led to the emergency closure of all eastbound lanes of S.R. 836, also known as the Dolphin Expressway, at NW 17th Avenue. The issue also prompted the closure of a westbound left lane from I-95 to just west of NW 12th Avenue.

FDOT said crews worked through the morning to safely remove a precast cap segment and debris from the roadway before reopening the expressway.

During the closure, detours were put in place to help drivers navigate congestion around the interchange and surrounding streets. Those included:

• Exit at NW 17th Avenue and continue south across NW 7th Street

• Turn left at SW 1st Street and continue east

• Turn right at South Miami Avenue

• Turn right again to access the ramp to I-95 north or south

Drivers heading to Biscayne Boulevard or the MacArthur Causeway were directed to continue on SW 1st Street and turn left onto Biscayne Boulevard to reach the MacArthur Causeway entrance ramp at NE 11th Terrace.

Motorists on NW 12th Avenue looking to reach eastbound S.R. 836, I-95, Biscayne Boulevard or the MacArthur Causeway were instructed to continue south to SW 1st Street and follow posted signs.

FDOT said normal traffic flow should continue to improve throughout the afternoon.