Michigan Ave

Location of roadwork:
Michigan Ave between I-94 westbound off ramp and Hewitt Rd intersection

When is the work being done:
May 2023

Description of work:
Road Reconstruction

Impact on Traffic:
Road closure and lane restrictions

Funding Source(s):
Federal

Latest Updates

May 15, 2023 Project Update: Construction Is Underway!

Construction is moving along on the Michigan Ave reconstruction project out in Ypsilanti Township!

Last week, we closed the road to prepare for the reconstruction project. This week, our contractor has been removing the existing asphalt surface, and expects to be removing the concrete surfaces within the next few days. Once the surface of the road has been removed, our contractor will begin replacing the curbs. However, all dates are tentative and subject to change based on weather conditions and contractor scheduling. The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) will continue to send out updates as the project progresses.

Have questions about the project? Contact James Hui, project manager, at (734) 327-6660, or via email at huij@wcroads.org.

Pictured above is the milled surface of Michigan Ave between I-94 and Hewitt Rd in Ypsilanti Township.

May 11, 2023 Road Closure with Detour: Michigan Ave (Ypsilanti Twp)

WHEN: On Friday, May 12, 2023

WHERE: Michigan Ave between I-94 and Hewitt Rd in Ypsilanti Township

WHY: Road reconstruction

BACKGROUND: On Friday, May 12, 2023, the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) will close Michigan Ave between I-94 westbound off ramp and the Hewitt Rd intersection in Ypsilanti Township for a road reconstruction project.

The road improvements are expected to take approximately eight weeks. However, all dates are tentative and subject to change due to weather conditions.

DETOUR: Click here for the detour map.

CONTACT: If you have any questions concerning this work, please contact James Hui, project manager, at (734) 327-6660, or via email at huij@wcroads.org

ISSUE DATE: 05/11/23

April 24, 2023 Project Update: Construction Starting Soon!

During the 2023 construction season, The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) plans to reconstruct Michigan Ave between the I-94 westbound off ramp to the Hewitt Rd intersection in Ypsilanti Township. The exact start date of the construction is still yet to be determined. During construction, the road will be closed to ALL traffic for approximately eight weeks.

Thank you to those who were able to attend our virtual project information meeting on Thursday, April 20, 2023. If you weren’t able to join us, click here to watch the meeting recording or check out the slide show. WCRC will send out updates as the project progresses.

Questions about the project? Contact James Hui, project manager, at (734) 327-6660, or via email at huij@wcroads.org.

Pictured above is the project location of the Michigan Ave Road Reconstruction Project in Ypsilanti Township.

March 8, 2023 Virtual Public Meeting: Michigan Ave Reconstruction Project

PROJECT: Michigan Ave Reconstruction Project

WHEN: Thursday, April 20, 2023, at 11:30 a.m.

WHERE: Online: https://bit.ly/wcrcprojectmeeting

By Touchtone Phone: (929) 205-6099, Meeting ID: 879 2332 8754

WHY: The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) will hold a virtual project information meeting regarding the planned Michigan Ave Reconstruction Project, between the I-94 westbound off ramp and the Hewitt Rd intersection, in Ypsilanti Township.

During construction, Michigan Ave north of the I-94 westbound on/off ramps to Hewitt Rd will be closed to ALL traffic. WCRC estimates it will take approximately eight weeks to reconstruct the road, weather pending.

The virtual public meeting will be held via Zoom on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at 11:30 a.m. There will be a brief presentation followed by time for questions from the audience. A recording of the meeting will be posted to the project web page after the meeting.

Click here to learn more about joining the virtual meeting.

CONTACT: If you have any questions concerning this project, please contact James Hui, project manager, at (734)327-6660, or via email at huij@wcroads.org

WCRC will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes or printed material being presented at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities upon a 5-business day notice. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Tiffany Oliphant, communications manager, by phone (734) 327-6646 or by email oliphantt@wcroads.org.

ISSUE DATE: 03/08/23