M-43 closed at Red Cedar River starting Feb. 3 for bridge replacement in Ingham County

LANSING, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will close the M-43 bridge over the Red Cedar River along with the Red Cedar Roadside Park in Ingham County for bridge replacement and water main work.

County:
Ingham

Highway:
M-43

Closest communities:
Okemos, Williamston

Start date:
Monday, Feb. 3, 2025

Estimated end date:
Early-December 2025

Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this $11 million investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 105 jobs.

Traffic restrictions:
This project will require closing the M-43 bridge over the Red Cedar River while it is replaced. Please follow the posted detours. Motorists should expect delays and are advised to seek alternate routes.

Safety benefit:
The new bridge will provide drivers with a safe, reliable structure for decades to come while the water main work will improve drainage. Closing lanes during this type of work is necessary to provide the safest work area possible for crews and motorists.