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I-94/US-24 Interchange Project Recognized for Excellence in Vision, Design and Construction

Michigan Public/Private Partnership Creates Value and Investment

The Michigan Department of Transportation and its partners Telegraph Tomorrow, the Detroit Regional Gateway Advisory Council, Michigan legislators, City Officials and the general public were recognized as a national partnering model of excellence. 

Before partnering, project scope was limited to in kind rebuilt of the existing interchange and reconstruction of I-94 and US-24 roadways but did not address left entrance ramp safety concerns, low under clearance of bridges or area aesthetics.

After partnering, project scope was revised to 4 miles of freeway reconstruction and alignment, interchange reconstruction, concrete pavement and shoulders, eight bridge replacements (two were Modified Tied Arch), one bridge rehabilitation, new freeway lighting, ITS replacement, detention pond, signing, storm sewer, new pump station, guardrail and pavement markings.

From concept to construction, the project was developed with input from all groups.  Public investment of road improvements by MDOT helped spur $76 million in private investment.  Arch bridge changes created an estimated $2 million in savings.  All due to partnering.

The MDOT partnership created a destination statement for the I-94/US-24 corridors, successful due to the partners involved.  This project also demonstrates that public/private partnerships can create increased value and investment for State projects.  MDOTs inclusion of partners in the beginning helped make it a success in the end.

To learn more about the Interchange Project:  http://www.michigan.gov/mdot/0,1607,7-151-9620_11057-127354--,00.html.