N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd Safety Improvements

Location of roadwork:
N. Territorial Rd, between west of Dexter Town Hall Rd and Toma Rd

Township:
Dexter

When is the work being done:
Tree removals: 2024 Construction: 2024

Description of work:
Add Center Left-Turn Lane, Centerline Rumble Strips, Culvert Replacement, Hill Cut

Impact on Traffic:
Road closure and detour

Funding Source(s):
Federal, Michigan Transportation Fund (MTF)

Latest Updates

April 10, 2024 Project Update #8: N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd Safety Improvements (Dexter Twp)

We are making progress with construction on the N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd Safety Improvement Project located in Dexter Township.  

Since the last update, the contractor has been able to replace the crossroad culvert that sits east of the intersection and place aggregate base throughout the project limits.   

Next, the contractor hopes to install curb and gutter and prepare the road for asphalt pavement. As a reminder, the intersection remains closed to ALL traffic for the safety of the public and our workers.  

The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) will continue to send out updates as the project progresses. Have questions? Contact James Hui, Project Manager – D & C, at (734) 327-6660, or via email at [email protected].

Pictured is aggregate base that was placed throughout the project limits at the intersection of N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd in Dexter Township.

April 1, 2024 Project Update #7: N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd Safety Improvements (Dexter Twp)

Construction on the N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd Safety Improvement project in Dexter Township is moving along.  

Over the last few weeks, the contractor was able to complete excavations for the hill cut of N. Territorial Rd just east of Dexter Town Hall Rd. Additionally, they completed the installation of storm sewer, replaced the crossroad culvert, and laid the stone base. 

The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) will continue to send out updates as the project progresses. Have questions? Contact James Hui, Project Manager – D&C, at (734) 327-6660, or via email at [email protected] 

Pictured above is the stone base that was laid for N. Territorial Rd at Dexter Town Hall Rd in Dexter Township.  
March 19, 2024 Project Update #6: N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd Safety Improvements (Dexter Twp)

Construction is moving along on the N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd Safety Improvement project in Dexter Township.  

Last week, the contractor was able to remove the existing pavement throughout the project limits. This week, excavation for the hill cut on N. Territorial Rd and installation of the storm sewer began. The contractor anticipates finishing the storm sewers and the earthwork by the end of next week. However, all dates are tentative and subject to changed based on weather conditions and contractor scheduling. 

As a reminder, the intersection of N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd remains CLOSED to all traffic for the safety of our crews and the public. Access is ONLY maintained for residents who live or work within the closure limits. The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) will continue to send out updates as the project progresses.  

Have questions? Reach out to James Hui, Project Manager, at (734) 327-6660, or via email at [email protected] 

Pictured is the earthwork taking place at the intersection of N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd in Dexter Township.

March 8, 2024 Project Update #5: N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd Safety Improvements (Dexter Twp)

Construction on the N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd Safety Improvement Project is going well.

Last week, we closed the intersection to perform forestry work and begin pavement removal. So far, the contractor has been successful in removing the portions of the existing pavement of the roadway throughout the project limits. To maintain access for residents east of the intersection, the pavement over the culvert will be removed later in the construction process. Next steps are beginning the excavation for the hill cut of N. Territorial Rd at Dexter Town Hall Rd.

Please be cautious of the road signs and barricades on the project and seek alternate route. The intersection remains closed to all through traffic and access is only maintained for residents who live or work within the project limits.

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 [email protected].

Pictured is the pavement removal of N. Territorial Rd at Dexter Town Hall Rd in Dexter Township
February 27, 2024 Project Update #4: N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd Safety Improvements (Dexter Twp)

Beginning Thursday, February 29, 2024, the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) will close N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd in Dexter Township to begin a safety improvement project. Both N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd will be CLOSED to all traffic during construction.

Thank you to those who were able to attend our virtual public construction information meeting on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. If you weren’t able to join us, click here to watch the meeting recording or check out the slide show. WCRC will continue to send out updates as the project progresses.

Questions about the project? Contact James Hui, project manager, at (734) 327-6660, or via email at [email protected].

Pictured is the project limits of the N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd Safety Improvements Project, located in Dexter Township.
February 22, 2024 Road Closure with Detour: N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd (Dexter Twp)

WHEN: Thursday, February 29, 2024

WHERE: Intersection of N. Territorial Rd and Dexter Town Hall Rd in Dexter Township

  • Territorial Rd between just west of Dexter Town Hall Rd and Toma Rd
  • Dexter Town Hall Rd, north and south of the N. Territorial Rd intersection

WHY: Construction for safety improvement project

BACKGROUND: On Thursday, February 29, 2024, the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) will close the intersection of N. Territorial Rd and Dexter Town Hall Rd in Dexter Township to begin a safety improvement project.

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

WCRC will maintain access for residents who live, work, rent, or own property within the project limits.

DETOUR: Click here for the N. Territorial Rd detour map.

Click here for the Dexter Town Hall Rd detour map.

CONTACT: If you have any questions concerning this work, please contact James Hui, Project Manager, (734) 327-6660, or via email at [email protected]       

ISSUE DATE: 02/22/24

February 21, 2024 Project Update #3: N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Town Hall Rd (Dexter Twp)

Heads up Dexter Township! Construction will begin soon for the N. Territorial Rd and Dexter Town Hall Rd Safety Improvement project.   

WCRC is hosting a virtual public meeting regarding this project and the related traffic impacts on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 11 a.m. Click here for more information on how to join the virtual public meeting.   

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has contracted the Fonson Company (Brighton, MI) for these federal aid safety improvements. The Contractor is currently scheduled to close the intersection of N. Territorial Rd and Dexter Town Hall Rd on Thursday, February 29, 2024, for approximately 10 -12 weeks while crews begin forestry work, removing pavement and excavation operations. This closure is necessary to promote the safety of motorists and construction crews. Access will be maintained only for residents who live, work, rent or own property within the closure limits.   

Click here for the N. Territorial Rd detour map 

Click here for the Dexter Town Hall Rd detour map. 

WCRC will send out project updates as the project progresses. Have questions about the project? Contact Nate Murphy Sr. Project Manager – D&C, at (734) 327-6647, or via email at [email protected]   

Pictured is the current condition of the N. Territorial Rd and Dexter Town Hall Rd intersection in Dexter Township.
February 1, 2024 Lane Restrictions: N. Territorial Rd (Dexter Twp)

WHEN: Monday, February 5, 2024

WHERE: N. Territorial Rd at the intersection of Dexter Townhall Rd in Dexter Township

WHY: Permit work – utility relocation

BACKGROUND: On Monday, February 5, 2024, Consumers Energy will begin permit work to relocate utilities on N. Territorial Rd at the intersection of Dexter Townhall Rd in Dexter Township.

The road will not be closed to traffic, but delays are likely due to lane restrictions. The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) encourages motorists, emergency services and others to use an alternate route.

The roadwork is expected to take approximately one month. However, all dates are tentative and subject to change due to weather conditions.

CONTACT: If you have any questions concerning this work, please contact Lauren Purdy, permits coordinator, (734) 327-6690, or via email at [email protected]

ISSUE DATE: 02/01/24

January 30, 2024 Virtual Public Meeting: N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Townhall Rd Safety Improvements

PROJECT: N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Townhall Rd Safety Improvement Project

WHEN: Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 11 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 safety improvement project at the intersection of N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Townhall Rd in Dexter Township.

During construction, the intersection of N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Townhall Rd will be closed to ALL traffic and a detour will be posted. WCRC estimates the project will be completed in Summer 2024, weather pending.

The virtual public meeting will be held via Zoom on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 11 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, [email protected].

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 [email protected].

ISSUE DATE: 01/30/24

July 26, 2023 Project Update: Safety Improvements Planned for 2024

During the 2024 construction season, the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) plans to conduct a safety improvement project on N. Territorial Rd and Dexter Townhall Rd in Dexter Township. The exact start date of the construction is still yet to be determined. During construction, the intersection will be closed to ALL traffic for approximately eight weeks and a detour will be posted.

Thank you to those who were able to attend our virtual design information meeting on Tuesday, July 25, 2023. If you weren’t able to join us, click here to watch the meeting recording or check out the slide show. We plan to have a public construction information meeting closer to the project start date and will send out more information as we get closer to the 2024 construction season.

Have questions about the project? Contact James Hui, project manager, at (734) 327-6660, or via email at [email protected].

Pictured above is the project limits for the safety project that is planned for N. Territorial Rd and Dexter Townhall Rd in Dexter Township.
June 29, 2023 Virtual Public Meeting: N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Townhall Rd Safety Improvements

PROJECT: N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Townhall Rd Safety Improvement Project

WHEN: Tuesday, July 25, 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 safety improvement project on N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Townhall Rd in Dexter Township.

During construction, the intersection of N. Territorial Rd & Dexter Townhall Rd will be closed. The closure is expected to be in place for eight weeks, weather pending.

The virtual public meeting will be held via Zoom on Tuesday, July 25, 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 [email protected]

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 [email protected].

ISSUE DATE: 06/29/23