Preliminary construction work starts on West Grand Boulevard overpass in Detroit

Michigan Department of Transportation says crews will start preliminary work this week to replace the West Grand Boulevard overpass above I-94 in Detroit.

This $9.5 million investment includes replacing the existing overpasses with two separate structures, and removing the eastbound I-94 left lane exit to West Grand Boulevard.

MDOT hopes the changes will improve safety and mobility.

Crews will close one lane of West Grand Boulevard in each direction above I-94, along with the westbound I-94 exit to West Grand Boulevard.

In addition, the northbound West Grand Boulevard entrance to eastbound I-94, and the southbound West Grand Boulevard entrance to westbound I-94 will also be closed.

A detour will be posted.  

Construction of the area is expected to last until November.

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