It’s firearm deer season: Expect delays on northbound I-75 and I-675 through Saginaw County Fast Facts — Northbound I-75 remains detoured to northbound I-675 in Saginaw County. — Traffic delays are expected and motorists are advised to allow extra time. — Choosing an alternate route may require driving additional miles, but could save you time overall by avoiding expected delays on I-75.
Firearm deer hunters heading up north this season are reminded that even though work is nearing completion on I-75 and the Zilwaukee Bridge in Saginaw County, Michigan, there are still some lane restrictions in place:
Southbound I-75 currently has two lanes open.
Northbound I-75 traffic currently is rerouted to northbound I-675 and will remain detoured for the duration of this project.
The Adams Street ramp to southbound I-75 remains closed.
The southbound I-75 ramp to M-13 remains closed.
Traffic delays are expected and motorists are advised to allow extra time. Choosing an alternate route may require driving additional miles, but could save you time overall by avoiding expected delays on I-75. Motorists heading up north from the Metro Detroit and Flint areas should consider taking one of the following routes:
To areas north of Grayling: Take westbound I-69 to northbound US-127, then northbound I-75. Additional distance traveled: approximately 50 miles.
To areas south of Grayling: Take eastbound I-69 to northbound M-15, then westbound M-25 to northbound I-75. Additional distance traveled: approximately 10 miles.
MDOT also is reminding drivers and hunters to play it safe on the roads during firearm deer season. Deer are on the run this time of year, particularly between the hours of sunset and sunrise. Drivers also should watch for hunters who may be walking along the side of the road. NOTE: Attached maps (available for download below) outline the construction zones and alternate routes.
