I-94 repairs between Coloma and Watervliet start May 4

COLOMA, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and contractor Rieth-Riley Construction Company Inc. are ready to begin work on the second year of a two-year investment worth $31.7 million to repave I-94 between Coloma and Watervliet, repair the Hennessey Road bridge over I-94 and repave the Friday Road interchange.

County:
Berrien

Highway:
I-94

Closest communities:
Coloma and Watervliet

Start date:
Monday, May 4, 2026

Estimated end date:
Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2026

Traffic restrictions:
Two lanes will be open in each direction. There will be some nighttime work when only one lane can be maintained.

Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 302 jobs.

Safety benefit:
This work will improve safety, ride quality, and the road surface, as well as extend the pavement life.