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Meridian Road closed at M-43 starting Aug. 11 for intersection rebuilding in Ingham County

August 06, 2025

LANSING, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will close south Meridian Road at M-43 in Ingham County for intersection rebuilding beginning Monday, Aug. 11. This work is part of the ongoing project to replace the M-43 bridge over the Red Cedar River.

County:
Ingham

Highway:
M-43

Closest communities:
Okemos, Williamston

Start date:
7 a.m.
Monday, Aug. 11, 2025

Estimated end date:
9 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025

Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this $11 million investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 105 jobs.

Traffic restrictions:
This work will require closing south Meridian Road at M-43. Please follow the posted detours. Motorists should expect delays and are advised to seek alternate routes.

Safety benefit:
The new bridge will provide drivers with a safe, reliable structure for decades to come. Rebuilding the intersection will create a smoother, safer driving surface for drivers.

Closing lanes 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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