Old New York Avenue and Grand Beresford Intersection in DeLand to Close May 3 for Improvements

Posted On: April 23, 2026

The intersection of Old New York Avenue and Grand Avenue/Beresford Avenue in DeLand will temporarily close beginning Sunday, May 3, to complete improvements at the railroad crossing and surrounding intersection. The temporary closure is anticipated to last approximately 90 days.

Variable message signs will be installed near the intersection approximately one week in advance to alert motorists to the upcoming closure and detours. Detour routes will be clearly marked as follows:

• East-west traffic on Old New York Avenue will be routed south via Carlis Road and Fair Street.
• North-south traffic on Grand Avenue/Beresford Avenue will be directed east to Ridgewood Avenue (U.S. 1).

Access to nearby properties will be maintained, and vehicles traveling to the DeLand SunRail station will still be able to reach the area by following posted detours.

Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and use caution when traveling through the area.