Michigan Department of Transportation

10/14/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/14/2024 13:34

I 96 Flex Route update: Continued traffic shifts scheduled for I 96 in Oakland County

NOVI, Mich. ­- While the I-96 Flex Route project continues, drivers should expect the existing traffic shift and closures to remain in place, accommodating lane markings and overhead sign installation. Additional lane and ramp closures should also be expected.

Due to the weather, the planned schedule to begin Monday is delayed until Wednesday.

Wednesday, Oct. 16 - Friday, Oct. 18:

  • 4 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Westbound I-96 will have one lane open from I-275 to Kent Lake Road.

Friday, Oct. 18 - Saturday, Oct. 19:

  • 10 p.m. - 2 a.m.: Eastbound I-96 will be closed from Wixom Road to I-275 and then the closure boundaries change.
  • 10 p.m. - 3 p.m.: Eastbound I-96 will be closed from Wixom Road to Novi Road for overhead sign installation.

The following ramps remain closed through early November:

  • The northbound M-5 ramp to westbound I-96
  • The Novi Road ramps to westbound I-96
  • The Beck Road ramp to westbound I-96
  • The westbound I-96 ramps to Milford Road
  • The Milford Road ramp to westbound I-96

The current configuration of eastbound and westbound I-96 has two lanes open between Kent Lake Road and I-275 until early November when both sides will reopen to three lanes.

In November, three lanes will be open in each direction of I-96 between Kent Lake Road and I-275, with all ramps open. Work on the shoulders/flex lanes and ramp meters/signals will continue and are expected to be operational in early 2025.

Funding for this project is made possible by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's Rebuilding Michigan program to rebuild the state highways and bridges that are critical to the state's economy and carry the most traffic. The investment strategy is aimed at fixes that result in longer useful lives and improves the condition of the state's infrastructure.

Based on economic modeling, this $269 million investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 3,416 jobs.