COUNTY:
Genesee
HIGHWAY:
I-475
CLOSEST CITY:
Flint
ESTIMATED DATE:
Monday, Aug. 27, 2018
ESTIMATED COMPLETION DATE:
November 2019
PROJECT:
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will invest $44 million in substantial repairs to nearly 18 miles of I-475 in Genesee County. In preparation of the work, crews will begin pavement repairs, including patching and resurfacing within the project limits, and repairs to the sound wall. This work will require single-lane and shoulder closures. The following work is planned within the project limits beginning in spring 2019:
Project map: http://bit.ly/2nMNo1m
TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS:
Beginning Aug. 27, lane and shoulder closures can be expected as crews work to begin staging the project limits for construction in spring 2019. The ramps at I-69 will be closed and detoured for up to five days during resurfacing in late fall (specific dates will be shared as they become available).
SAFETY BENEFITS:
This work will improve the road surface and drainage, while also improving safety with new signs and freeway lighting.