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WHEN: Monday, January 12, 2026
WHERE: Intersection of Parker Rd and Shield Rd in Lima and Scio Townships
WHY: Traffic signal installation
BACKGROUND: On Monday, January 12, 2026, a contractor for the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) will begin installation of a traffic signal at the intersection of Parker Rd and Shield Rd in Lima and Scio Townships.
The traffic signal installation will take approximately six weeks to complete. However, all dates are tentative and subject to change due to weather conditions.
CONTACT: If you have any questions concerning this work, please contact Becky Houle, Project Manager, (734) 327-6678, or via email at [email protected]
ISSUE DATE: 01/06/2025
The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) is pleased to announce an upcoming project at the intersection of Parker Road and Shield Road, located on the border of Lima and Scio Townships.
This project, scheduled for the 2026 construction season, was prompted by WCRC’s ongoing monitoring of traffic congestion and safety. To address these concerns, WCRC successfully secured a $280,000 Federal Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) grant to fund the installation of a new traffic signal. This signal is designed to alleviate congestion during peak travel hours and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by improving traffic flow and reducing vehicle idling.
Construction is expected to take place in the spring of 2026. To minimize the impact on commuters, the intersection will remain open during work, though motorists should anticipate lane restrictions and flagging operations.
Residents can stay informed by visiting the WCRC Project Pages or subscribing to receive road work advisories: wcroads.org/residents/subscribe-to-road-updates/
WCRC will post project updates online at wcroads.org and on its Facebook and Twitter pages.
For specific questions on this project, contact Becky Houle, Project Manager, Traffic & Safety, at (734) 327-6678 or [email protected].
