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I-496 ramp to US-127 closure in Ingham County begins Friday

April 20, 2023

LANSING, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is closing the eastbound I-496 ramp to US-127. This work is part of the $9.5 million project to rebuild two ramps at the US-127/I-496 Interchange in Ingham County.

County:
Ingham

Highway:
US-127 and I-496 interchange

Closest cities:
Lansing
East Lansing

Start date:
9 a.m.
Friday, April 21, 2023

Completion date:
6 a.m.
Monday, April 24, 2023

Overall project completion date:
Friday, June 30, 2023

Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 115 jobs.

Traffic restrictions:
This work will require a detour of eastbound I-496 to northbound US-127. Please follow posted detours. Motorists should expect delays and are advised to seek alternate routes.

Safety benefit:
This work will provide drivers with fully rebuilt structures with fresh pavement markings. Closing lanes and ramps during this type of work is necessary to provide the safest work area possible for crews and motorists.

Press Release MI Newswire Department of Transportation University Region

Media Contact:

Aaron Jenkins

MDOT University Region Media Representative

JenkinsA10@Michigan.gov

517-243-9075

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