Drivers heading north on M-1 through Plymouth will squeeze into one lane through Friday, August 7, as MDOT crews occupy the right lane of Sheldon Road between Main Street and 11 Mile Road.

MDOT Metro Detroit announced the work zone Monday, August 3, and the closure runs through Friday, August 7, at 5 p.m. The left northbound lane remains open to through traffic.

MDOT has not specified what type of work is underway or named a contractor for the project.

Commute impact

The closure covers the full weekday commute window, Monday through Friday. Northbound drivers on M-1 should expect delays, particularly during morning and evening rush hours, as traffic funnels into a single lane between Main Street and 11 Mile Road.

No official detour has been posted.

Other active closures nearby

This M-1 work zone is separate from two other MDOT projects affecting Plymouth and Canton commuters. The right lane of northbound M-39 near Ford Road remains closed through Monday, August 10, and the Restore I-94 project has shifted eastbound lanes and closed ramps used by local commuters.

Real-time updates

Drivers can check lane closures and construction updates for M-1 and all state routes at MDOT's Mi Drive website.