Detroit, MI – Commuters in downtown Detroit should prepare for detours starting Monday, Oct. 20, as Atwater Street closes for ongoing utility work tied to the I-375 improvement project.
According to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), crews will close Atwater Street between St. Aubin Street and Rivard Street beginning Monday to continue underground utility improvements supporting the I-375 modernization. The closure is expected to last several days, though exact reopening times will depend on weather and work progress.
Drivers traveling near the Detroit Riverfront or attending events downtown should plan ahead and allow for extra travel time. Detour routes will be clearly marked, and MDOT advises motorists to use alternate east–west connections north of Jefferson Avenue when possible.
The I-375 project aims to replace the aging freeway with a new street-level boulevard designed to improve traffic flow, pedestrian access, and neighborhood connectivity in the downtown corridor.
Residents can find project updates and detour maps on MDOT’s official site.
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