Construction of new traffic roundabout is underway
Work on the new $2.55 million roundabout in downtown Northville began last week.
The traffic project will include the intersection of Seven Mile, Sheldon and Center Street. Offiicals said this is the first roundabout in Wayne County and is designed to reduce crashes, improve traffic flow, and make the intersection safer for pedestrians and bicyclists.
The roundabout will feature narrower crossings at single lanes. The medians will be landscaped, according to plans, and bicycle ramps will be installed. The work will also include resurfacing and striping along Seven Mile, Wing Street and St. Lawrence Boulevard.
According to city officials, Center Street is now closed south of Fairbrook and Sheldon Road is closed just north of the bridge. Detour routes are posted on Six Mile, Beck and Eight Mile roads. The closures will remain in effect for the entire project while Seven Mile Road is open in both directions. The project is expected to be complete in late November, according to a spokesman.
