Road Construction

Water main break closes road in Ann Arbor indefinitely

On Thursday, a water main break closed South Seventh Street between West Jefferson and West Liberty.

I-75 closing this weekend in Oakland County for surface treatment after tanker fire

Both sides of I-75 in Oakland County will close this weekend for surface treatment needed after a tanker fire damaged the freeway last month.

Resurfacing coming to Detroit’s East Jefferson Avenue

A major road project is coming to Detroit’s eastside.

Construction on Utica’s main roads leads to rise in speeding on residential streets

“We’re hoping this is going to be a short-term thing,” said Utica Police Department chief Sean Coady. “Maybe a week or so.”

Emergency road work scheduled for M-59 in Utica begins Friday

Emergency work begins Friday morning at one of the busiest intersections in Metro Detroit.

Northbound I-75 closure caused by sinkhole expected to last through Wednesday

“If you typically travel I-75 in this area southbound, you’re fine, but northbound? I wouldn’t even get on the freeway,” said MDOT's Rob Morosi.

Northbound I-75 in Madison Heights expected to remain closed through Wednesday

MDOT said they are working to fix the issue and the lanes, but this will be an extensive project.

MDOT holds press briefing concerning emergency road repairs on I-75 at I-696 in Madison Heights

The closure is expected last through Wednesday, when the freeway will open to a single lane, but the closure could last longer pending on weather.

Northbound I-75 to remain closed from I-696 to 12 Mile Road in Madison Heights until Wednesday, Aug. 4 for repairs

Contracting crews will be replacing the northbound I-75 pavement near 11 Mile Road in Madison Heights to repair voids that were discovered on Friday, July 30.

Intermittent lane closures to affect several Ann Arbor streets starting Wednesday

Several streets will be going down to one lane through the first week of August for road improvements.

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

Starting at 9 a.m. on Monday, eastbound and westbound traffic will be reduced down to one lane on Jackson Avenue to allow for emergency reconstruction on North Maple Road.

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

A big traffic shutdown is taking place with 19 miles of Interstate 75 closing this weekend.

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.

Two streets in downtown Ann Arbor close for roadwork

Watch out for closures just blocks from each other in the downtown area.

Oakland County seeks public input on potential reconfiguration of Orchard Lake Road

A busy road in Oakland County might get a new makeover, and residents are being asked to share their input.

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.

Road work closes lanes on Conant Street in Detroit, Hamtramck

Pipeline work closes part of Livernois Road in Rochester Hills

I-75 closing this weekend in Oakland County for overpass demolition