Saginaw County, MI – Northbound lanes on I-75 over the Zilwaukee Bridge have officially reopened today following the early completion of preventive maintenance, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT).
The reopening marks the conclusion of a $2.9 million investment aimed at improving the bridge’s durability and safety. According to MDOT, the maintenance included expansion joint repair, deck patching, and resealing. Work on the southbound side of the bridge was completed earlier in June as part of the same project.
Officials say the preventive maintenance was necessary to extend the bridge’s service life and minimize future disruptions for motorists. With the northbound lanes now open, MDOT confirmed that no further closures are planned for this project.
The Zilwaukee Bridge, a key connector on I-75 between Bay City and Saginaw, is a major travel route for both commercial and local drivers in mid-Michigan. The early reopening is expected to ease congestion ahead of the upcoming fall travel period.
MDOT thanked drivers for their patience during the project and reminded motorists to stay alert for crews completing final site cleanup over the coming days.
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