Next 696 project - Lahser to 75 closing for 2 years
Michigan DOT sent this bulletin at 01/14/2025 12:20 PM ESTFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT
January 14, 2025 Diane Cross
CrossD2@Michigan.gov
Restore the Reuther project moves to next phase:
Rebuilding I-696 between Lahser Road and I-75
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. - The last phase of Restore the Reuther project is expected to begin in early March. Eastbound and westbound I-696 will be rebuilt between Lahser Road and I-75 in 2025-2026. In 2027, I-696 will have major road work between I-75 and Dequindre Road. The project includes rebuilding the roadway, bridge work and drainage structures.
As part of the project, 60 bridges will be repaired, including the rebuilding of the Church Street Plaza bridge that contains Victoria Park. During that rebuilding, a walkway detour will be in place.
Information on a public meeting planned for early February is expected to be announced soon.
County:
Oakland
Highway:
I-696
Communities:
Ferndale, Hazel Park, Hunting Woods, Lathrup Village, Madison Heights, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Southfield, Warren
Start date:
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Estimated end date:
Late Fall 2027
Traffic restrictions:
Westbound traffic will be maintained while eastbound and westbound I-696 are rebuilt between Lahser Road and I-75. However, eastbound traffic will be detoured via southbound M-10 (Lodge Freeway), eastbound M-8 (Davison Highway), and northbound I-75 back to eastbound I-696.
Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this $250 million investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 2,385 jobs.
Safety benefit:
The rebuilding of I-696 and the repair of 60 bridges will ensure a safer roadway for drivers and pedestrians.
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