Major Road Construction Project to Last 2 Months in Livingston County

Intersection at Kensington Road and Grand River Avenue in Brighton Township will see periodic lane closures until late May.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 8:53pm

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A major road construction project has begun in Brighton Township, Livingston County, Michigan, that will last approximately 2 months. The intersection at Kensington Road and Grand River Avenue is undergoing repairs, with portions of the intersection being closed in turn until the end of May.

Why it matters

This construction project will impact traffic flow and commute times in the area, requiring drivers to plan alternate routes and exercise caution when passing through the work zone.

The details

The asphalt at the intersection has sunk over time and needs to be replaced. The construction crew plans to periodically close the east, west, and south legs of the intersection, but the intersection and traffic lights will remain open. Drivers should expect delays and are advised to avoid the area if possible, using I-96 as a detour or rerouting via Silver Lake and Kensington roads toward Kent Lake Road.

  • The project started on Monday, March 25, 2026.
  • The intersection work is scheduled to be completed by the end of May 2026.

The players

Garrett Olson

Director of engineering for the Livingston County Road Commission.

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What they’re saying

“The asphalt has sunk over time just as it's aged, and it's time for the replacement of it.”

— Garrett Olson, Director of engineering

“As of right now, the east leg is closed, there will be a point where the west leg is closed, and there will be a point when the south leg is closed.”

— Garrett Olson, Director of engineering

“We'd recommend that people avoid the area if they can. Even with the legs that are open, there will be times when it'll be down to, you know, one lane of travel in each direction, so there are potentials for backups at that time.”

— Garrett Olson, Director of engineering

What’s next

The Livingston County Road Commission will continue to monitor the progress of the construction project and provide updates to the public as needed.

The takeaway

This road construction project in Livingston County highlights the ongoing need for infrastructure maintenance and improvements, and the importance of drivers being aware of and planning for potential traffic disruptions in their commutes.