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M-85 Railroad Crossing Improvement Study
M-85 Railroad Crossing Improvement Study
About the study
This study will involve an engineering study and an environmental review to explore different ways to improve the M-85 (Fort Street) and Canadian National (CN) (GTW) railroad at-grade crossing, just north of Van Horn Road in Trenton, Wayne County.
It will look at several possible options, including:
- Building a bridge over the railroad (called a grade separation),
- Creating a tunnel under the railroad, or
- Keeping the current setup as it is.
Community members and other stakeholders will have a chance to share their opinions, and their input will help guide the final decision.
When: 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, July 15
Where: Westfield Community Center, 2700 Westfield Road, Trenton, MI 48183
What: MDOT is hosting a public meeting to discuss the engineering study and environmental review of the Canadian National (CN) (GTW) railroad crossing at M-85 (Fort Street) in Trenton, Wayne County, just north of Van Horn Road. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the project team and learn details about the project.
MDOT is currently conducting an engineering study and environmental review to explore ways to improve the railroad crossing. The selected alternative is building an M-85 bridge over the railroad. This alternative will move forward through the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and design process.
The anticipated schedule for this project includes finishing the environmental review by early 2027, design of construction documents from 2027 to late 2028, and construction of the project in 2029-2030.
Study details
Anticipated schedule
Environmental review: February 2025 - January 2027
Construction design: 2027 - 2028
Construction: 2029 -2030
Benefits
- Faster emergency response
- Better traffic flow and safety
- Improved pedestrian access
Resources
Documents and public meeting information
Study photos
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