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I-496 intermittent closures for permit utility work early Wednesday morning, May 21, in Ingham County

May 20, 2025

LANSING, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has issued a permit to the Lansing Board of Water and Light for utility work on I-496 in each direction between Everett Drive and Pine Street in Lansing.

County:
Ingham

Highway:
I-496

Closest community:
Lansing

Start date:
12:01 a.m.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Estimated end date:
3 a.m.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Traffic restrictions:
This project will require intermittent freeway closures throughout the operation. Traffic control will be maintained by the Michigan State Police (MSP). Motorists should expect delays.

Safety benefit:
Closing the lanes will ensure the safety of utility workers 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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