
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Mahwah NJ, a massive implosion is scheduled for the Sheraton Crossroads hotel on the morning of Saturday, May 10, and drivers are strongly advised to avoid the intersection of Routes 17, 287, and 202 during this major demolition event.
Historic Sheraton Crossroads Hotel to Be Demolished
The 37-year-old, 25-story Sheraton Crossroads hotel, located at 1 International Boulevard, will be demolished by implosion at approximately 7:30 a.m. The event marks the end of an era for the towering 250-foot-tall structure, once a landmark in Bergen County.
🚧 Major Road Closures & Traffic Disruptions Expected
Expect full traffic stops and road closures in the surrounding areas as the New Jersey State Police and local officials manage safety during the implosion.
Key Traffic Details:
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State Police begin patrols at 5:00 a.m.
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Implosion scheduled for 7:30 a.m.
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All traffic near the site will be slowed and fully stopped just before the blast
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Roads may remain closed 5 to 15 minutes post-implosion to clear debris and dust
🔴 No parking on the shoulders of Routes 17 or 287 will be permitted prior to the implosion.
🔴 All non-credentialed access to the Sheraton property is strictly prohibited.
“This is a serious construction event,” said Township Business Administrator Ben Kezmarsky. “Unauthorized entry to the site by car, ATV, or on foot will result in removal by law enforcement or security.”
🚫 Local Street Closures: What to Avoid
Several local streets surrounding the demolition site will be closed to non-residential traffic, including:
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Geiger Road
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First Street
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Meadow Avenue at State Street
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Long Avenue
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Johnson Avenue
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Catherine Avenue
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Brook Street
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Strysko Avenue
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Sustack Place
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South Street
Additionally, Stag Hill Road will be closed at Mountainside Avenue, and only residential vehicles will be allowed through.
📺 Watch the Implosion Live Online
There will be no public viewing area, and officials have asked residents not to gather on or near private property. Instead, the Township of Mahwah will livestream the event:
▶️ Live Stream: facebook.com/mahwahtownship
The event will also be recorded and posted for future on-demand viewing.
📝 Final Reminder for Drivers & Residents
If you don’t absolutely need to be near Routes 17, 287, or 202 in Mahwah on the morning of May 10, stay away. Expect temporary highway shutdowns, dust delays, and detours throughout the area.
📅 Mark your calendars:
Date: Saturday, May 10
Time: Patrols start at 5 a.m. | Implosion at 7:30 a.m.
Location: Sheraton Crossroads, 1 International Blvd, Mahwah, NJ
Stay tuned to official Mahwah Township updates for any last-minute changes or alerts.
For real-time updates and traffic alerts, follow @MahwahTownship on Facebook or check NJ511 for highway conditions.
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Is there somewhere people CAN go to watch live?
“There will be no public viewing area, and officials have asked residents not to gather on or near private property. Instead, the Township of Mahwah will livestream the event:
▶️ Live Stream: facebook.com/mahwahtownship “
I’m guessing there are plenty, and others may suggest one. I think the Mt. Fuji restaurant might be ridiculously awesome.
Yes u can snick inside .
I wonder when the woke a-holes will stop the implosion…
Sad day. Now they get warehouses.
Their council got what they wanted. Declared the property as condemned which started this. Enjoy the view of a truck depot instead.