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Here’s which downtown Ann Arbor roads will be closed for special events this week
Read full article: Here’s which downtown Ann Arbor roads will be closed for special events this weekFive special events are slated to take place in downtown Tree Town resulting in several road closures over the course of the next seven days.
Ann Arbor still waiting on new South Main Street light as football season approaches
Read full article: Ann Arbor still waiting on new South Main Street light as football season approachesA wooden pole and span wire signal has been erected for interim use at the intersection of South Main Steet and Scio Church Road.
Here’s which Ann Arbor sidewalks will be closed for improvements in August
Read full article: Here’s which Ann Arbor sidewalks will be closed for improvements in AugustWhile pedestrian traffic will be maintained, there may be detours, pavement removal, meter bagging and parking space and through-traffic closures.
Infrastructure project to close roads in downtown Ann Arbor starting Monday
Read full article: Infrastructure project to close roads in downtown Ann Arbor starting MondayConstruction in lanes, alleys and sidewalks will start Monday as part of an infrastructure improvement project by the City of Ann Arbor Information Technology department.
Diesel spill into Huron River prompts hazmat response Thursday
Read full article: Diesel spill into Huron River prompts hazmat response ThursdayAfter 4 p.m. on Thursday, 25 gallons of diesel spilled into the Huron River when a diesel tank ruptured on a jackknifed semitractor trailer on the eastbound M-14 bridge.
Lane reductions on East Huron Street to take effect Monday
Read full article: Lane reductions on East Huron Street to take effect MondayStarting at 7 a.m. on Monday, traffic on East Huron Street between Glen Avenue and Zina Pitcher Place will be reduced down to one lane in each direction while contractors work on water service lines.
Ann Arbor to temporarily close streets Thursday evening for Take Back the Night event
Read full article: Ann Arbor to temporarily close streets Thursday evening for Take Back the Night eventSeveral streets in downtown Ann Arbor will temporarily close between 8-9 p.m. to make way for the 43rd annual Take Back the Night Ann Arbor rally and march.
Road improvements to close several Ann Arbor streets through May
Read full article: Road improvements to close several Ann Arbor streets through MayANN ARBOR, Mich. – Drivers in downtown Ann Arbor will have to find alternative routes as scheduled road work around North and South Ashley streets will close several streets over the next few months. Ashley Street from Liberty to Huron: March 8 to May 31On Monday, South Ashley Street was reduced to one lane from just south of Liberty Street to Huron Street. Ashley Street at Washington Street: March 8 to March 20Both Ashley and Washington streets leading up to the Ashley and Washington intersection are closed, according to the city. Westbound traffic will travel south on First Street, west on North Street and then south on First Street. Ashley Street from Liberty to Washington: March 11 to March 20AdBeginning at 7 a.m. on March 11, Ashley Street will close from Liberty to Washington Street.
Bridge construction to impact downtown Ann Arbor traffic through July
Read full article: Bridge construction to impact downtown Ann Arbor traffic through JulyANN ARBOR, Mich. – Starting at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, downtown Ann Arbor drivers will experience longer commutes as traffic over Broadway Bridge is reduced to one lane in either direction. Lanes will be closed between Swift Street and East Summit Avenue for preventative maintenance repairs to the bridge over Depot Street, the Huron River and the Wolverine Line railroad tracks. Access to the Amtrak long-term parking lot located on the east side of the railroad tracks will be maintained. Signage will direct other pedestrian traffic along Broadway to use the opposite side of the street so that the repairs can continue. Related: Island Drive bridge closed through April 30Want to see more Ann Arbor traffic?
Island Drive bridge closed through April 30
Read full article: Island Drive bridge closed through April 30Part of Island Drive will be closed to vehicle traffic while the bridge of Traver Creek is repaired as part of the city of Ann Arbor Bridge Capital Preventative Maintenance Repairs program. ANN ARBOR, Mich. – On Monday, the Island Drive bridge going over Traver Creek closed for repairs. Vehicle traffic will be interrupted during the closure, but access to the different residences along Nielsen Court and Island Drive Court will be maintained. Community members trying to reach Island Drive will be detoured north on Maiden Lane, east on Nielsen Court, south on Island Drive Court and back to Island Drive. Those heading towards Maiden Lane along Island Drive will navigate the opposite route by going north on Island Drive Court and west on Nielsen Court.
Construction on Packard to shift traffic in downtown Ann Arbor next week
Read full article: Construction on Packard to shift traffic in downtown Ann Arbor next weekANN ARBOR, Mich. – If you are planning to use Packard Street when heading downtown next week, expect a detour. On Monday, Jan. 11, traffic on Packard Street between South Fourth Avenue and South Main Street will be detoured to make room for utility work on the west side of the road. Westbound drivers will be detoured north on South Fourth Avenue, west on East William Street and then onto South Main Street, according to a notice on the city of Ann Arbor traffic website. During the closure, pedestrian traffic will be maintained on the south side of Packard Street but emergency vehicles must follow the posted detour. Want to see more Ann Arbor traffic?
More downtown road closures to hit Ann Arbor Monday
Read full article: More downtown road closures to hit Ann Arbor MondayANN ARBOR, Mich. – Two streets in downtown Ann Arbor will be closed on Monday, complicating your commute and rerouting traffic. Detoured Northbound traffic will go east onto Packard Street, north on South Fourth Avenue, west on East William Street and return to South Main Street. Businesses will still be accessible, according to a city of Ann Arbor notice. Local traffic will have access to the area but will be detoured, according to the notice from the city of Ann Arbor. Want to see more Ann Arbor traffic?
Block of Miller Avenue in downtown Ann Arbor closes until December
Read full article: Block of Miller Avenue in downtown Ann Arbor closes until DecemberANN ARBOR, Mich. – Heading downtown on Monday? You’ll want to skip this part of Miller Avenue for awhile. Starting at 9 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 16, Miller Avenue between North Ashley and First streets will be closed to traffic. Eastbound traffic heading into the downtown area will be detoured south on North Seventh Street, then east on West Huron Street and north on Main Street to Miller Avenue. Commuters heading out of downtown or passing through via Miller Avenue will be rerouted down Main Street, west on West Huron Street and then north on North Seventh Street.
New Ann Arbor roads closures to start Monday
Read full article: New Ann Arbor roads closures to start MondayANN ARBOR, Mich. – Expect delays next Monday when two new road closures in downtown Ann Arbor begin. Northwest-bound traffic will use Maiden Lane to access Broadway Street, Plymouth Road or Moore Street. At 9 a.m. the same day, East William Street between South Main Street and South Fourth Avenue will close for ten days for road work. Eastbound traffic on West William Street will be detoured to South Main Street, Packard Street, South Fourth Avenue and onto East William Street. Traffic coming in the opposite direction will do the reverse by detouring to South Fourth Avenue, Packard Street, South Main Street and then to West William Street.
New road closures to start in Ann Arbor Monday, will continue through November
Read full article: New road closures to start in Ann Arbor Monday, will continue through NovemberANN ARBOR, Mich. – Starting Monday, numerous road closures will begin impacting traffic around Ann Arbor and will continue through November. Closures include the intersection on Miller Avenue and First Street, and parts of West Madison Street, South Fifth Avenue, Holl Street, South Division Street and East Hoover Avenue. To avoid the intersection, westbound Miller Avenue traffic will be detoured to Main Street then westbound on Huron Street to Seventh Street and back to Miller Avenue. Traffic heading east will experience the reverse by being detoured to Seventh Street, eastbound on Huron Street to Main Street and then back to Miller Avenue. Construction closures on West Madison Street, South Fifth Avenue, Holl Street, South Division Street and East Hoover Avenue are scheduled to be closed through 5 p.m. on Nov. 30.
Road closures in Ann Arbor to start Saturday
Read full article: Road closures in Ann Arbor to start SaturdayANN ARBOR, Mich. – Ann Arbor drivers can expect extra congestion in the downtown area for the next week starting on Saturday. According to the City of Ann Arbor, a portion of Miller Avenue will be closed all day this Saturday. Liberty Street at First Street:Thursday, Oct. 22–Saturday, Oct. 24Beginning at 7 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, Liberty Street will be closed leading up to the intersection of First Street for road paving. Vehicles traveling westbound on Liberty Street will be detoured south on Main Street, west on William Street, then north on Second Street back to Liberty Street. Want to see more Ann Arbor traffic?
Maiden Lane in Ann Arbor to close for a week
Read full article: Maiden Lane in Ann Arbor to close for a weekANN ARBOR, Mich. – Starting Wednesday morning, vehicular traffic on Maiden Lane between Broadway Street and Island Drive in downtown Ann Arbor will be detoured in both directions. Pedestrian traffic will use the northeast side of Maiden Lane and will not be detoured. Southwest-bound traffic on Plymouth Road intending to access southeast bound Maiden Lane will turn right on Moore Street; then left on Pontiac Trail; then follow southbound Pontiac Trail to Swift Street; then left onto Broadway Street; right onto Wall Street to Island Drive; then turn right onto Maiden Lane. Northeast-bound North Division Street and northeast-bound Broadway Street intending to access southeast-bound Maiden Lane will turn right on Wall Street; continue to Island Drive; then turn right on Maiden Lane. Pedestrian traffic will have access on the northeast side of Maiden Lane and will not need to follow a pedestrian detour.
First Street in Ann Arbor closed for road improvements
Read full article: First Street in Ann Arbor closed for road improvementsANN ARBOR, Mich. – A portion of First Street in downtown Ann Arbor will be closed for over a month while improvements are made to the road. The project started Monday, Sept. 28 and is anticipated to be completed by Saturday, Nov. 21, according to the city. Here is the notice from the City of Ann Arbor:First Street from Miller to HuronMonday, Sept. 28-Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020. Beginning at 9 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 28, First Street will be closed to through traffic between Miller and Huron for road improvements. Want to see more Ann Arbor traffic?
Five new projects to change Ann Arbor traffic this week
Read full article: Five new projects to change Ann Arbor traffic this weekANN ARBOR, Mich. – Between Wednesday and Saturday this week, five projects around the city will impact Ann Arbor traffic with road closures and detours. The contractor will maintain westbound Victors Way traffic and use flagging operations to control two-way traffic on Victors Way east of Boardwalk Drive. During construction, the contractor will maintain pedestrian traffic and will maintain and detour bicycle traffic as required. During construction the contractor will maintain pedestrian traffic and will maintain and detour bicycle traffic as required. During construction, the contractor will maintain pedestrian traffic and will maintain and detour bicycle traffic as required.
Construction projects to impact Ann Arbor traffic this week
Read full article: Construction projects to impact Ann Arbor traffic this weekThree new road construction projects will impact traffic downtown and on the east side of Ann Arbor starting Monday. Below is the city of Ann Arbor announcement:Glazier Way between Huron Parkway and Green Road, Green Road between Glazier Way and Plymouth Road:Monday, Sept. 14 – Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2020. The contractor will maintain westbound Glazier Way traffic. The contractor will maintain southbound Green Road traffic. Vehicles traveling westbound on Liberty Street will be detoured south on Main Street, west on William Street, then north on Second Street back to Liberty Street.
Two more road closures to start this week in Ann Arbor
Read full article: Two more road closures to start this week in Ann ArborANN ARBOR, Mich. Beginning Wednesday, two road closures will join the list of construction and traffic projects impacting traffic flow around downtown Ann Arbor. Below is the city of Ann Arbor announcement:South Fifth Avenue at John StreetWednesday, Sept. 9Friday, Oct. 9, 2020. Southbound Fifth Avenue traffic will be detoured west on Madison Street, south on Main Street, and east on Hill Street back to Fifth Avenue. Northbound Fifth Avenue traffic will be detoured west on Hill Street, north on South Main Street, and east on East Madison Street to South Fifth Avenue. Westbound vehicle traffic on Washington Street traveling towards First Street will be detoured southbound on Main Street, westbound on Liberty Street, then northbound on Third Street back to Washington Street.
Intersection of Miller Avenue and First Street in Ann Arbor to close for construction
Read full article: Intersection of Miller Avenue and First Street in Ann Arbor to close for constructionFrom Tuesday to Thursday, the section of Miller Avenue intersecting with First Street will be closed due to construction. The construction is part of the Ann Arbor Downtown Development Authoritys First and Ashley Improvements Project. Westbound traffic will be detoured southbound on Main Street to westbound on Huron Street to northbound on Seventh Street to Miller Avenue. Eastbound traffic will be detoured southbound on Seventh Street to eastbound on Huron Street to northbound on Main Street to Miller Avenue. Local traffic will be maintained between Seventh Street and First Street and between First Street and Main Street.
Construction on Ann Arbor’s southeast side starts Wednesday
Read full article: Construction on Ann Arbor’s southeast side starts WednesdayANN ARBOR, Mich. – The weather might be getting cooler but summer isn’t over, and neither is construction season. Starting Wednesday, Aug. 19., drivers on Ann Arbor’s southeast side can expect delays due to a road closure on eastbound Washtenaw Avenue. Sign up for our email newsletter here! Pedestrian through-traffic will be maintained on the north side of the street as is normally the case. Find more information on Ann Arbor traffic closures here.
Miller Avenue in Ann Arbor closed for construction starting Wednesday
Read full article: Miller Avenue in Ann Arbor closed for construction starting WednesdayMich. Its a new week, and here in Ann Arbor that means new road closures. Heres the latest announcement from the city of Ann Arbor about the Miller Avenue closure:Miller Avenue at First StreetWednesday, Aug. 5Friday, Aug. 7, 2020. Westbound traffic will be detoured southbound on Main Street to westbound on Huron Street to northbound on Seventh Street to Miller Avenue. Eastbound traffic will be detoured southbound on Seventh Street to eastbound on Huron Street to northbound on Main Street to Miller Avenue. Find more information on Ann Arbor traffic closures here.
Ann Arbor traffic: new road closures to start downtown Wednesday
Read full article: Ann Arbor traffic: new road closures to start downtown WednesdayANN ARBOR – Just in case you forgot, it’s traffic season in Ann Arbor. Westbound traffic will be detoured northbound on Ashley Street to westbound on Miller Avenue to northbound on First Street to Ann Street. Eastbound traffic will be detoured southbound on First Street to eastbound on Huron Street to northbound on Ashley Street to Ann Street. Find more information on Ann Arbor traffic closures here. Related: New traffic closures to start in Ann Arbor✉ Like what you’re reading?
New traffic closures to start in Ann Arbor
Read full article: New traffic closures to start in Ann ArborANN ARBOR If you are headed into downtown Ann Arbor on Thursday, you might want to reconsider your route. Westbound traffic will be detoured southbound on Main Street to westbound on Liberty Street to northbound on Third Street to Washington. Eastbound traffic will be detoured southbound on Third Street to eastbound on Liberty Street to northbound on Ashley Street to Washington Street. Northbound traffic will be detoured to eastbound Pauline Boulevard, then northbound West Stadium Boulevard, then westbound West Liberty Street, back to South Maple Road. Southbound South Maple Road traffic will be detoured to eastbound West Liberty Street, then southbound West Stadium Boulevard, then westbound Pauline Boulevard, back to South Maple Road.
City officials to discuss Lower Town mobility study with Ann Arbor public July 29
Read full article: City officials to discuss Lower Town mobility study with Ann Arbor public July 29ANN ARBOR, Mich. Ann Arbor community members can attend a virtual meeting on July 29 to learn about the current findings of the Lower Town study, a mobility study on traffic in the Lower Town area of Ann Arbor. The study works to understand how the growth in the area impacts vehicular, public transit, cyclist and pedestrian mobility. The Lower Town mobility study began in October 2019 and is anticipated to last two years. It was advanced through a 2017 Ann Arbor City Council resolution to update and review previous vehiclular, public transit, bicycle and pedestrian traffic studies through the Lower Town area. Learn more about the Lower Town Study here.
New road closure this week in downtown Ann Arbor
Read full article: New road closure this week in downtown Ann ArborANN ARBOR, Mich. Its road work season and there is a new road closure to be aware of. Below is the city of Ann Arbor announcement:East Washington between South Main and South Fourth AvenueTuesday, July 14-Thursday, July 16Beginning at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, July 14, East Washington between South Main and South Fourth Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic for crane work. Eastbound Washington Street traffic will be detoured south on Main Street, east on Liberty Street, north on Fourth Avenue and back to Washington. Westbound traffic will be detoured south on Fourth Avenue, west on Liberty Street, north on Main Street and back to Washington. The parking structure at the corner of Washington and Fourth Avenue will be open to vehicle traffic at all times via the entrance on Washington Street.
Tow truck drivers gather en masse to honor driver killed last May in I-94 crash
Read full article: Tow truck drivers gather en masse to honor driver killed last May in I-94 crashYPSILANTI, Mich. – Exactly one year after a tow truck driver was killed in a crash, fellow tow truck drivers from across the state came out en masse to raise awareness. Tow truck driver Nader Chehadi was among two people killed and several others who were injured in a crash involving a school bus on eastbound I-94 at US-23 in Pittsfield Township last May. Chehadi's twin brother, Samer Chehadi, led a long line of tow trucks with their lights and horns on to commemorate his brother's death. A tow truck driver has been killed each year for the last four years in Michigan by drivers not paying attention, or not moving over to give them enough room. We can only hope this will be the last time,” Samer Chehadi said.
MDOT: Eastbound M-14 from I-94 to Main Street to close Sunday for bridge repair
Read full article: MDOT: Eastbound M-14 from I-94 to Main Street to close Sunday for bridge repairHeads up Ann Arbor. MDOT will close eastbound M-14 from I-94 to Main Street over the Huron River for six hours on Sunday morning to repair bridge railing. While the lanes are closed, the suggested alternate route will be eastbound I-94 to northbound US-23.
Overturned semi trailer slows traffic on I-94 in Ann Arbor
Read full article: Overturned semi trailer slows traffic on I-94 in Ann ArborTraffic might be a little slow this morning down in the Ann Arbor area. This is E/B I-94 just east of Michigan Ave. Brighton Post troopers are out with an overturned semi trailer. Seek an alternate route or allow yourself more time if traveling in this area. pic.twitter.com/Lpc2qjljYQ
Wayne State bus stolen in Detroit, stopped on I-94 west of Ann Arbor
Read full article: Wayne State bus stolen in Detroit, stopped on I-94 west of Ann ArborDETROIT – Wayne State University police said a bus contracted with the university was stolen Friday morning. The bus driver exited the bus to get gas at a station in the 3500 block of Gratiot Avenue. Police eventually stopped the bus on westbound I-94 west of Zeeb Road, which is west of Ann Arbor. The person who stole the bus is suspected of being drunk behind the wheel, police said. Here's video of the bus stopped on I-94:
Stretch of Barton Drive closed in Ann Arbor due to abandoned house fire
Read full article: Stretch of Barton Drive closed in Ann Arbor due to abandoned house fireANN ARBOR, Mich. – Barton Drive is closed between Pontiac Trail and M-14 while firefighters respond to an abandoned house fire. City of Ann Arbor officials said the stretch of road is expected to be closed for several hours on Friday while Ann Arbor firefighters are on scene helping Ann Arbor Township firefighters. All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.
Ann Arbor road closures to know about heading into the weekend
Read full article: Ann Arbor road closures to know about heading into the weekendANN ARBOR – Whether it be routine road work, construction or a fun-filled 5K, there are several road closures around Ann Arbor this weekend starting as early as Thursday morning. The city of Ann Arbor released the following road closure updates. Westbound Fuller Street at Glen AvenueThursday, March 7 and Friday, March 8Timeframe: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.Northbound Glen Avenue traffic will be unable to turn westbound onto Fuller Street. Northbound Fuller Street traffic will be detoured to Maiden Lane, to Broadway Bridge, to Beakes then to North Main Street. All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.
Check here: Ann Arbor traffic updates during icy commute
Read full article: Check here: Ann Arbor traffic updates during icy commuteANN ARBOR, Mich. – Check the Ann Arbor Traffic Map before you head out on the roads. An icy commute is expected in Metro Detroit. Multiple crashes already have been reported. All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.