Is there construction on 131 in Grand Rapids?
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Construction on US-131 at the S-curve will continue through Oct. The single-lane closure of both northbound and southbound US-131 between I-196 and Franklin Street began in early August when the Michigan Department of Transportation began work to install new signs.
Is I-196 Open in Grand Rapids?
After delay, eastbound I-196 reopens in downtown Grand Rapids.
What time is rush hour in Grand Rapids Michigan?
The study analyzed commute times during peak driving hours — 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Researchers say traffic backups cost each rush hour commuter in Grand Rapids an average of $654 in wasted gas and time, based on average worker wages.
What is the S curve in Grand Rapids Michigan?
Built in the 1960s, the S-Curve is a series of six bridges that carry more than 100,000 vehicles daily through the heart of the city. The original S-Curve divided Grand Rapids – having been erected with little thought to pedestrians, non-motorized travel, or aesthetics.
Is the Saugatuck exit open?
Southbound I-196 traffic continues to be shifted to the northbound side of the highway, and Exit 41 for Saugatuck and Saugatuck Township is closed. The Saugatuck rest area off I-196 will be closed through May 2022 while a new rest area facility is built, MDOT said.
What time is traffic the worst in Michigan?
In general, peak traffic hours in Detroit last from around 6 AM to 10 AM in the mornings and 3 PM to 7 PM in the evenings on weekdays.
How do I check traffic on maps?
How to check traffic on the Google Maps mobile app
- Start the Google Maps app on your phone.
- Tap the Overlay icon.
- In the Map Details section of the pop-up, tap “Traffic.”
- In a web browser, open Google Maps.
- Click the hamburger menu (the three lines at the top-left of the screen) to see the menu.
- Click “Traffic.”