M-6/I-96 interchange rebuilding and bridge work begins this Sunday

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing $7.5 million to rebuild the M-6/I-96 interchange in Cascade Township. Work includes asphalt rebuilding and bridge improvements.

County:
Kent

Highways:
M-6 and I-96

Closest city:
Grand Rapids

Start date:
Sunday, April 28, 2024

Estimated end date:
Mid-November 2024

Traffic restrictions:
The eastbound M-6 ramp to eastbound I-96 is scheduled to close 3 p.m. this Sunday through June 21. The posted detour is to head north on M-37 (Broadmoor Avenue) and east on M-11 (28th Street) to eastbound I-96.

The eastbound M-6 ramp to westbound I-96 is scheduled to close June 22 through Sept. 8. The posted detour is to head north on M-37 (Broadmoor Avenue) and east on M-11 (28th Street) to westbound I-96.

The eastbound and westbound I-96 ramps to westbound M-6 are scheduled to close July 27 through Nov. 9. The posted detour is to head west on M-11 and south on M-37 (Broadmoor Avenue) to westbound M-6. Ramp closure dates are approximate and will depend on project progression.

Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 91 jobs.

Safety benefit:
This work also will increase the safety and ride quality for the motoring public.

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