Motorists in Jackson, you're going to want to listen up. Construction is set to basically shake up your daily commute come Monday. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is gearing up to close one lane of westbound I-94 at the Airport Road bridge, together with the westbound ramps at the US-127/I-94 interchange, starting from 8 a.m., October 27, for some much-needed pavement repairs.
We're talking about a closure that's expected to not only fix but also to improve the lifespan of the roadway, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation. With these repairs, the agency aims to greatly increase safety for all those behind the wheel. But drivers should be prepared to suddenly adjust their plans as alternate routes are advised to avoid inevitable delays.
The entire roadwork fiesta is set to wrap up by 3 p.m. on Tuesday, October 28, if all goes according to plan. Specifically, the lane closure on westbound I-94 at the Airport Road bridge on Wednesday morning is for asphalt repairs. 'This portion of work will require closing one lane on westbound I-94 at the Airport Road bridge on Wednesday morning for asphalt repairs, in conjunction with the westbound ramps to help minimize traffic back-ups,' MDOT announced.
And to put a cherry on top of that bit of traffic-jam news, the project isn't just about making your drive smoother. It's also slated to directly and indirectly support 10 jobs, with a budget tagged at $1 million. So even though this pavement project may temporarily disrupt your commute to work, it's also pumping some juice back into the community's economy. Drivers, you’ve been warned – plan to start searching for those alternate routes now.
