Portion of the Riverwalk closing Thursday, Nov. 20 for ongoing utility improvements for I-375

DETROIT, Mich. – Weather permitting, work crews will extend the current installation of a new storm sewer along Schweizer Place down to the riverfront starting Thursday, Nov. 20. This work will require closing a portion of the Detroit Riverwalk between Beaubien and Rivard streets. During the closure, pedestrians and cyclists will be detoured to Atwater Street.

MDOT and project partners unveil conceptual plan to reimagine I-375

DETROIT, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) hosted a community meeting the evening of Nov. 13 in Detroit to introduce a new conceptual plan to reimagine the I-375 project. The meeting was held at Eastern Market and included information on the project pause and what was accomplished during that time. It also introduced to attendees and those who viewed on livestream the concept of a phased project to build a boulevard between Woodbridge and Clinton streets. The Livestream is posted on YouTube.

MDOT hosting community meeting Nov. 13 on next steps with the I-375 project

DETROIT, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will host its twelfth community meeting for the I-375 Reconnecting Communities Project on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at The Eastern, 3434 Russell St., Detroit. Attendees will have an opportunity to engage directly with the project team to learn about the project pause, review proposed design revisions, and hear updates on upcoming utility upgrade construction activities. Due to rising costs, longevity of the final project and roadway, and public concern over design elements, MDOT will delay the start of construction to continue reviewing design alternatives, ensuring the final project meets the needs of the public and key stakeholders.

MDOT supporting environmental sustainability, moving ahead with essential utility improvements for I-375

DETROIT, Mich. -While Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) officials continue to evaluate the I-375 design in Metro Detroit, the department will begin work on a new storm sewer that will provide lasting environmental benefits for residents and businesses along the corridor and the riverfront. The new storm sewer will support cleaner water being discharged into the Detroit River and relieve pressure on the existing city combined sewer system after heavy rain events, reducing the risk of flooding on streets and in neighborhoods. The installation of the new drainage outfall system will require Schweizer Place to be closed between Woodbridge and Atwater streets until early June 2026. During the initial phase of the drainage work, there will be no impact on the Riverwalk. Starting this November and ending in early April 2026, the Riverwalk will close at Schweizer Place. The full press release and more information, including detour routes, can be found on the information center page.

MDOT reviewing I-375 Reconnecting Communities project amid rising costs and public concern

DETROIT, Mich. – As the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) begins reevaluating the I-375 Reconnecting Communities project, all currently scheduled meetings are being postponed. Due to rising costs, longevity of the final project and roadway, and public concern over design elements, MDOT will delay the start of construction to continue reviewing design alternatives, ensuring the final project meets the needs of the public and key stakeholders.