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I-94 Modernization Project - Detroit

I-94 Modernization Project - Detroit

I-94 Modernization Project - Detroit

Engagement opportunities

As MDOT begins Package 1 of the I-94 Modernization Project, there will be more opportunities for public input through community meetings and the I-94 Neighborhood Advisory Committee.

Project amenities

In addition to bringing this stretch of I-94 up to modern design standards, work includes:

  • Adding a through-lane in each direction,
  • Replacing approximately 60 bridges,
  • Widening freeway shoulders,
  • Improving stormwater drainage,
  • Lengthening entrance and exit ramps and
  • Modernizing the I-94/M-10 (Lodge Freeway) interchange to remove outdated left lane exit and entrance ramps.

To reduce impacts on surrounding neighborhoods, the current design uses the existing street networks instead of building continuous service drives to improve local circulation while building retaining walls to fit expansions into the current freeway footprint.

Advanced bridges

Starting in 2013, MDOT committed to replacing overpasses above I-94 ahead of rebuilding the interstate to maintain local community connections.

The advanced bridges were selected based on structural condition at the time and mobility options for neighborhoods. Most of these overpasses were built in the 1950s and have never been rebuilt.

View a complete list of advanced bridges

Small Business Enterprise Training Program

The I-94 Modernization Project Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Training Program is designed to maximize small business participation in the areas of design and construction, engineering, and inspection (CEI) on the project.

This initiative is part of MDOT's Small Business Program to provide small businesses the opportunity to gain necessary experience to sustain and obtain MDOT service prequalification.

Learn more about the SBE Training Program

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Questions? MDOT-I94Detroit@Michigan.gov, 313-965-6350