I-696: M-10 to I-75
Updated: July 28, 2026
Start: March 1, 2025
Current Status: In Progress
End: 2027
Road Jurisdiction: MDOT
Progress: For the most up-to-date information, visit Driving Oakland
Description:
Work on the final phase of the Michigan Department of Transportation's (MDOT) Restore the Reuther project on I-696 in Metro Detroit began on Saturday, March 1, 2026. Eastbound traffic will be detoured for two years via southbound M-10 (Lodge Freeway), eastbound M-8 (Davison Highway), and northbound I-75 back to eastbound I-696.
In 2027, I-696 will have major road work done between I-75 and Dequindre Road. Work includes rebuilding the roadway, bridge work, and drainage structures.
As part of the project, 60 bridges will be repaired, including the rebuilding of the Church Street Plaza bridge that contains Victoria Park. During that rebuilding, a walkway detour will be in place.
Traffic Control/Detours:
For the most current construction & traffic updates, visit Driving Oakland