Road Construction

Weekend bridge work to close big stretch of I-75 in Metro Detroit

Bridge demolition and construction will close about 19 miles of I-75 this weekend in Metro Detroit.

Massive I-275 construction project begins: ‘Oh, this is going be a nightmare’

“Oh, this is going be a nightmare,” said one local woman about the massive I-275 construction project.

MDOT lifting lane restrictions to ease Michigan holiday weekend travel

MDOT is pausing work and lifting traffic restrictions across the state to help ease travel ahead of Independence Day weekend.

Summer construction season heats up in Metro Detroit: What to know

Summer construction season is back in Michigan, and roads all around Metro Detroit will be affected.

Ann Arbor lifts boil water advisory over water main break along Maple Road

Ann Arbor officials lift boil water advisory after water in area of water main break deemed safe.

4-year I-275 project starts July 6: What drivers need to know

If you use I-275 in Metro Detroit, you’re going to want to take note -- a massive construction project is kicking off this summer, and it’ll continue through 2024.

The future of the I-375 boulevard project and the history behind it

A mile-long stretch of freeway leading into Downtown Detroit has long been a point of controversy dating back to when it was built.

Michigan pausing road work across state for holiday weekend travel

MDOT is pausing work and lifting traffic restrictions across the state to help ease travel ahead of Memorial Day weekend.

Michigan 2021 state highway road construction projects: Here’s what’s planned

The Michigan governor announced a list of road construction projects Tuesday that are planned for the 2021 season.

Section of Jefferson Street in Ann Arbor closed through April 9

Motorists should expect detours when driving on Jefferson St. near downtown Ann Arbor.

Ann Arbor hosting virtual South Industrial Highway Project open house on Thursday

Hear the city's plans for the upcoming South Industrial Highway Project that kicks off in May.

I-75 lane and ramp closures begin Monday, March 8, in Oakland County

Lane and ramp closures will begin at 7 a.m. Monday, March 8, on I-75 for punch list items and sound wall construction in the city of Troy, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT).

2-year construction project on Gratiot Avenue begins Monday in Roseville

Starting at 7 a.m. Monday, traffic will be reduced to two lanes. On the northbound side, the left lane will be closed from Frazho to Common roads and on the southbound side, the left lane will be closed from Common to 11 Mile roads.

Why Michigan is so prone to potholes -- and why repairs seem ineffective

Potholes have become a Michigan tradition - not one we enjoy keeping alive.

MDOT to hold virtual public meeting on I-275 project in Wayne County

Over the next three years MDOT will repair and rebuild 24 miles of the freeway between Will Carlton Road and Six Mile Road.

I-375 project in Detroit: MDOT to host virtual outreach event, public hearing

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will hold a virtual outreach event and in-person public hearing regarding the Environmental Assessment (EA) for proposed changes on I-375 in Detroit.

Why Michigan’s 2021 road construction season could be biggest in years

Here's a look at what to expect when Michigan's 2021 road construction season gets underway.

Warren neighbors win fight to keep traffic light in massive Mound Road rebuild project

The St. Anne’s subdivision in Warren was ready to fight against traffic light removal in a massive Mound Road rebuild project.

Warren neighborhood worried about traffic light removal as part of massive Mound Road rebuild

Residents of a Warren neighborhood are worried about the plan to remove the traffic light on their road as part of the massive Mound Road rebuild project.

Michigan construction workers call for change after 2 were hit, killed in Ypsilanti

Construction workers are asking for something to change after two of their own were killed on the job in Ypsilanti earlier this month.

City of Ann Arbor seeks public input on planned Gallup Park improvements

The city of Ann Arbor wants to hear what residents think about its upcoming Gallup Park improvement project.

I-75 to close this weekend between I-94, Davison Freeway while crews work on replacing overpass

Both directions of I-75 will be closed this weekend between I-94 and the Davison Freeway while crews work on replacing the Milwaukee Avenue overpass above I-75 in Detroit.

MDOT urges drivers to slow down, put phones away after fatal crashes

“These are your neighbors out working,” said Bill Erben. "Think about their families.

Michigan Department of Transportation concerned by increase in road and work zone fatalities

Michigan Department of Transportation officials say while there may be fewer motorists on the roads, the number of road and work zone fatalities are on the rise.

I-75 modernization project: Northbound single-lane closures in Oakland County to begin Friday

Crews working on segment two of the I-75 modernization project in Oakland County will start working to remove a temporary barrier wall on the northbound side of the freeway.

List of Metro Detroit weekend road closures

Here is a list of Metro Detroit weekend road closures.

Amazon distribution center expected on former state fairgrounds site in Detroit

Development on the former state fairgrounds in Detroit is expected to include an Amazon distribution center.

Healthy Streets/People Friendly Streets program to begin this week

This week marks the beginning of the City of Ann Arbor’s Healthy Streets/People Friendly Streets program, which means changes for many local roads.

Stretch of I-94 to be rebuilt from Conner to I-96

A massive wave of road construction in Metro Detroit is far from over -- it’s time to redo I-94.

I-75 closing for the weekend between Eight Mile, Square Lake roads

The closure impacts I-75 in both directions between 8 Mile and Square Lake. It started Friday at 11 p.m. and reopens 5 a.m. Monday.

Intermittent lane closures to affect several Ann Arbor streets starting Wednesday

More repairs to close Jackson Avenue in Ann Arbor after water main break

Big stretch of I-75 in Metro Detroit closed this weekend for bridge work