2026 Developing Long Island: Oakdale Merge

Islip, NY The Oakdale Merge Project is a transformative infrastructure investment led by the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) to address long-standing congestion and safety challenges along the Sunrise Highway corridor in Suffolk County. This critical improvement enhances traffic flow, modernizes roadway design, and improves merge conditions that have historically created bottlenecks for commuters and commercial traffic alike.

From the perspective of the Long Island Contractors Association, this project reflects the importance of sustained investment in infrastructure that supports both public safety and economic vitality. By improving traffic efficiency and reducing delays, the project strengthens regional mobility while supporting local businesses and supply chains.

Equally significant is the project’s role in advancing the construction industry workforce. Initiatives like the Oakdale Merge Project create high-quality jobs, support union labor, and reinforce Long Island’s skilled trades pipeline.

LICA proudly supports projects that demonstrate collaboration between public agencies and the contracting community, ensuring that infrastructure improvements are delivered efficiently, safely, and with long-term impact. The Oakdale Merge Project stands as a model for smart infrastructure planning that benefits communities across Long Island.

Project Info

Project Title: Oakdale Merge (NYSDOT)

Project Location: Sunrise Highway Corridor, Oakdale, Town of Islip, NY

Project Type: Infrastructure / Transportation

Property Type: New Construction / Infrastructure Improvement

Year Started: Approx. 2023/2024

Estimated Completion: 2026

Project Team

Developer: NYSDOT

Engineers: NYSDOT

Financing: NY State Transp. Capital Program

Legal Counsel: NYSDOT Counsel

Others: Long Island Contractors Assoc.