Detroit working to improve roads through I-96 sinkhole repair and $350M I-94 overhaul
Detroit-area drivers are seeing major freeway work on two key corridors as state transportation officials address both an emergency repair on I-96 and a large-scale rebuild planned for I-94.
On I-96, crews have been focused on repairs tied to a sinkhole. A sinkhole can quickly turn into a serious safety issue and disrupt traffic flow, especially on a route that carries a steady mix of commuter and commercial traffic. For truck drivers, that typically means reduced speeds, lane closures, and delays that can ripple into delivery windows.
At the same time, the region is preparing for a much bigger investment on I-94: a reported $350 million overhaul. Large rebuilds like this are aimed at improving the long-term condition of the road, which matters for drivers dealing with rough pavement, congestion, and work-zone slowdowns that can become routine on aging interstates.
For professional drivers running through Detroit, these projects highlight the balancing act that comes with keeping heavily traveled roads in service: urgent fixes that need immediate attention, and long-term reconstruction that takes time and careful staging to complete.
- I-96: Sinkhole repair work impacting travel.
- I-94: A planned overhaul valued at $350 million to address broader roadway needs.
Together, the work reflects an effort to stabilize near-term safety concerns while also tackling the bigger maintenance and rebuild needs on one of Michigan’s most important freight and commuter corridors.