Overview

• The 22-story Sheraton Crossroads Hotel, a regional icon since 1987, was demolished on May 10, 2025, in a controlled implosion.
• The demolition was completed in under 15 seconds and required coordination among multiple agencies, including the New Jersey Department of Labor and State Police.
• Temporary road closures were implemented on I-287 and Route 17 to ensure safety during the implosion near key transportation corridors.
• Hundreds of spectators gathered to witness the event, while others tuned in via livestream to see the dramatic conclusion of the hotel's history.
• While site owners previously proposed building two warehouses on the 140-acre property, no formal redevelopment plans have been confirmed.