DETROIT (WWJ) -- While this may be welcome news for some residents in Lincoln Park and Detroit, it'll likely cause some traffic backups when the work begins.
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced that it is investing $5.4 million to rebuild the M-85 (Fort Street) bridges over Ecorse Creek, beginning Monday, Aug. 7.
In a news release, MDOT said the project includes replacing two superstructures; repairing concrete curb, gutter and sidewalk; replacing guardrail; and installing new signs and pavement markings.
The traffic signal at the M-85/Outer Drive intersection will also be modernized.
As often the case with new construction projects, drivers should be aware of traffic shifts. Beginning at 6 a.m. next Monday, southbound M-85 (Fort Street) near Outer Drive will be reduced to one lane through the late fall. In addition, eastbound Outer Drive will have two lanes open at M-85.
To help with the commute, crews will be installing a temporary wall and temporary pavement to carry traffic in future stages of the project.
Northbound M-85 work will begin in January with the overall project expected to be completed in late fall 2024.
The project is expected to directly and indirectly support 65 jobs, MDOT said.
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