MDOT has released new information on the next phase of the project to rebuild I-696 in Oakland County.

Eastbound I-696 has been closed since May and will remain closed as the project continues.

Beginning at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, November 14, through 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 16, westbound I-696 will close from I-75 to Lahser Road so that westbound traffic can be switched to the newly rebuilt eastbound lanes.

Once westbound I-696 reopens from I-75 to Lahser Road, only the following exits will be open:

The following exit/entrance ramps will remain closed through late 2026:

The rebuild project is expected to be completed in 2026. According to MDOT, in 2027, I-696 will have major road work done between I-75 and Dequindre Road. That work includes rebuilding the roadway, bridge improvem

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