Location of roadwork:
US-12 between I-94 and Wiard Road and M-17 between Harris Rd and Dorset Ave
Township:
Ypsilanti
When is the work being done:
May - October 2021
Description of work:
Road Reconstruction, Roadside Safety Improvements
Impact on Traffic:
Intermittent road and lane closures
Funding Source(s):
Michigan Department of Transportation
Latest Updates
WHAT: US-12 & M-17 Improvements Project Meeting
WHEN: Thursday, July 22, 2021, at 5 p.m.
WHERE: Ypsilanti Township Tilden R. Stumbo Civic Center
7200 S. Huron River Dr, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
WHY: State Representative Ronnie Peterson, Ypsilanti Township, the Michigan Department of Transportation, the Washtenaw County Road Commission and OHM Advisors invites the public to a project information and status update meeting for the on-going US-12 & M-17 Improvements Project in Ypsilanti Township.
This meeting is a follow-up to the Virtual Public Meeting held on Wednesday, June 2, 2021. Click here to view a recording of that meeting.
Improvements are funded by an $8 million budget allocation obtained by Rep. Peterson’s office and Ypsilanti Township for MDOT State trunkline improvements.
Major construction started in June 2021. Anticipated completion for the project is Fall 2021.
CONTACT: Thomas Bachmayer, OHM Advisors, Project Engineer, (734) 466-4422, thomas.bachmayer@ohm-advisors.com
ISSUE DATE: 07/19/2021
The contractor on the US-12 and M-17 Improvement Project in Ypsilanti Township is making steady progress. Work on the new storm sewer system will continue this week and so will DTE’s gas line relocation work.
In addition, the contractor will continue the earthwork and will begin to remove asphalt along EB and WB US-12.
Additional signage has been added to the work zone to help motorists navigate the area. OHM, the project consultant, will continue to monitor and make adjustments to the temporary signage as needed. Please slow down when going through any work zone. Click here for the detour map.
Questions about this project? Contact Thomas Bachmayer, OHM project engineer, (734) 466-4422, thomas.bachmayer@ohm-advisors.com.
The contractor is making progress on the earthwork along US-12, east of Dorset Ave.
Storm sewer work also continues on US-12 and M-17
Two weeks into construction and big things are happening on the US-12 and M-17 Improvement Project in Ypsilanti Township. The contractors for this project have torn down the fly-over bridge and are working to remove the bridge debris. They are also working on some earth work in the project area.
The new traffic pattern started on Monday, June 14 and will be in place for approximately 2 months. It includes lane closures on EB and WB US-12, EB M-17 and Ford Rd. Click here for the detour map.
Questions about this project? Contact Thomas Bachmayer, OHM project engineer, (734) 466-4422, thomas.bachmayer@ohm-advisors.com.
The project contractor removing the fly over bridge on US-12 last week.
Thank you to those who were able to join OHM yesterday for a virtual construction information meeting regarding the US-12 and M-17 Improvement Project. Click here to watch a recording of last night’s meeting.
Starting this Monday, June 7, the contractor for this project will begin removing the fly-over bridge from Ecorse Rd to eastbound US-12. To keep motorists safe during the removal, they will close a portion of westbound US-12 that travels under the bridge and a detour will be posted. The closure is expected to last approximately 2 weeks.
Click here for the detour map.
Questions about this project? Contact Thomas Bachmayer, OHM project engineer, (734) 466-4422, thomas.bachmayer@ohm-advisors.com.
Things are about to really get started on the US-12 and M-17 Improvement Project in Ypsilanti Township. Starting Monday, June 7, the contractor for this project will begin removing the fly-over bridge from Ecorse Rd to eastbound US-12. To keep motorists safe during the removal, they will close a portion of westbound US-12 that travels under the bridge and a detour will be posted. The closure is expected to last approximately 2 weeks.
Click here for the detour map.
Questions about this project? Join OHM Advisors on Wednesday, June 2 at 7 p.m. for a virtual construction information meeting. This meeting will be held via Zoom. Click here to learn more about the virtual meeting. Questions about the project can also be directed to Thomas Bachmayer, OHM project engineer, (734) 466-4422, thomas.bachmayer@ohm-advisors.com.
WHAT: US-12 & M-17 Improvements Project Virtual Meeting
WHEN: Wednesday, June 2, 2021, 7 p.m.
WHERE: Online: https://ohmadvisors.zoom.us/j/94760048259?pwd=alk5Z1hjY01iZlcvc3dmeVJaSGZBdz09, Password: 258998
By Touchtone Phone: 301-715-8592, Meeting ID: 947 6004 8259
WHY: OHM Advisors will hold a virtual project information meeting to discuss the US-12 & M-17 Improvements Project that will take place this summer in Ypsilanti Township.
During this work, three separate stages for construction will take place and will affect Eastbound and Westbound traffic on US-12, Ecorse Rd, Michigan Ave, and traffic entering I-94 from US-12.
The virtual public meeting will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, June 2, 2021 at 7 p.m. There will be a brief presentation followed by time for questions from the audience. A recording of the meeting will be posted to wcroads.org after the meeting ends.
CONTACT: If you have any questions concerning this project, please contact Thomas Bachmayer, OHM project engineer, (734) 466-4422, thomas.bachmayer@ohm-advisors.com.
OHM 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 Thomas Bachmayer, Project Engineer, (734) 466-4422, thomas.bachmayer@ohm-advisors.com.
ISSUE DATE: 5/21/2021
After seeking additional public feedback over the summer of 2020, MDOT is currently reviewing the project concept. Click here to see the latest concept.
Meeting Summary: On Monday, December 16, 2019, State Representative Ronnie Peterson, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), Ypsilanti Township and the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) hosted the second public meeting to discuss the plan for improving US-12 and M-17 (Ecorse Road) in Ypsilanti Township. Approximately 45 people attended this meeting at the New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church on Tyler Road. Staff from WCRC presented the plan for this project. Click here for the slides presented.
This project focuses on three goals:
- Improving safety for drivers and pedestrians
- Improving access to the West Willow Neighborhood
- Beautifying the US-12 corridor
- Street lighting from I-94 to the county line
- Landscaping, beautification and improved signage
- Different access to the West Willow Neighborhood
- A narrower boulevard off I-94 to the intersection of M-17 and US-12
- Simplified intersection of M-17 and US-12
- Improved pedestrian crossing from the West Willow Neighborhood to the intersection of M-17 and Ford Blvd.
- Removal of bridge and ramp access to US-12 to help make the US-12 feel less like a highway
The funding comes from the MDOT’s budget and must be spent on MDOT roads in this area. MDOT has partnered with Ypsilanti Township and WCRC to administer the project.
Project Timeline: The next step is to design the project, including roadway and drainage design, street lighting design with DTE, landscaping design with stakeholder input and utility coordination. The design phase is expected to last until spring 2020.
Construction is expected to begin in the summer of 2020 with completion in the spring/summer of 2021.
Contact us: If you have any questions concerning this meeting, please contact Michele Ford, project manager, (734) 327-6652, fordm@wcroads.org.
WHAT: Review planned improvements to US-12 and M-17 in Ypsilanti Township
WHEN: Monday, December 16, 2019, 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church, 2345 Tyler Rd, Ypsilanti
WHY: Representative Ronnie Peterson, Ypsilanti Township, the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC), and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) invites the public to the 2nd public meeting regarding improvements planned on US-12 (Michigan Avenue) and M-17 (Ecorse Road) in Ypsilanti Township.
The meeting will be held on Monday, December 16, 2019, at 6:30 p.m. at the New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church. There will be a presentation outlining the selected design and staff will be available to answer questions about the project.
Improvements will be funded by an $8 million budget allocation from MDOT and construction is expected to begin in 2020.
CONTACT: If you have any questions concerning this meeting, please contact Michele Ford, project manager, (734) 327-6652, fordm@wcroads.org. To learn more about the project and public meeting #1, visit: www.wcroads.org/wcrc-project/us-12-improvements/
WCRC will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes or printed material being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities upon a 7-business day notice to WCRC. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Emily Kizer, communications manager, by phone (734) 327-6646, by email kizere@wcroads.org, by fax (734) 761-3737 or by mail at WCRC, 555 N. Zeeb Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48103.
ISSUE DATE: 11/22/2019
- Improve pedestrian safety
- Improve vehicle safety
- “Right-size” the infrastructure to current and future uses
Option A:
5-Lane Road with Traffic Signals
Option B:
Boulevard with Traffic Signals
Option C:
Boulevard with Roundabouts
The funding comes from the MDOT’s budget and must be spent on MDOT roads in this area. MDOT has partnered with Ypsilanti Township and WCRC to administer the project.
Project Timeline: OHM is currently working on compiling data and feedback from the October 29 meeting. Over the next month, they will conduct operation analysis and preliminary cost estimates for the three design alternatives. A final recommendation will be made and Public Meeting #2 will be held in December.
Construction is expected in 2020.
Contact us: If you have any questions concerning this meeting, please contact Michele Ford, project manager, (734) 327-6652, fordm@wcroads.org.
WHAT: Review proposed improvements to US-12 and M-17 in Ypsilanti Township
WHEN: Tuesday, October 29, 2019, 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church, 2345 Tyler Rd, Ypsilanti
WHY: Representative Ronnie Peterson, Ypsilanti Township, the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC), and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) invites the public to provide feedback at a public meeting on proposed improvements to US-12 (Michigan Avenue) and M-17 (Ecorse Road) in Ypsilanti Township.
The meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 29, 2019, at 6:30 p.m. at the New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church. There will be a brief survey and a presentation showing three options for improving pedestrian and vehicle safety along US-12 and M-17 in Ypsilanti Township.
Improvements will be funded by a $8 million budget allocation from MDOT and construction is expected to begin in 2020.
CONTACT: If you have any questions concerning this meeting, please contact Michele Ford, project manager, (734) 327-6652, fordm@wcroads.org.
WCRC will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes or printed material being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities upon a 7-business day notice to WCRC.
Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Emily Kizer, communications manager, by phone 734-327-6646, by email kizere@wcroads.org, by fax 734-761-3737 or by mail at WCRC, 555 N. Zeeb Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48103.
ISSUE DATE: 10/10/2019
Peterson Announces Driver, Pedestrian Safety Grant
$8 million granted to US-12 corridor near West Willow Neighborhood to alleviate safety concerns
“This particular corridor has been a point of concern for the families of the West Willow neighborhood in Ypsilanti Township for several years,” said Rep. Peterson. “I’m glad that we were able to bring state and local officials together to tackle this issue directly in order to ensure both our drivers and pedestrians stay safe.”
The funding comes from the Michigan Department of Transportation’s budget and must be spent on MDOT roads in this area. MDOT has partnered with Ypsilanti Township and the Washtenaw County Road Commission to administer the project. The community will be included in the planning process through community meetings later this summer and fall; construction of a preferred alternative is expected to begin next year.
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Issue date: 07/03/2019
