MLK Bridge in Toledo to Close for Upgrade Project

Daytime closures scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday next week

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Martin Luther King Bridge in downtown Toledo will be closed from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday next week for an upgrade project, according to the city. A detour will be set up to reroute traffic from Front and Summit streets across the Craig Memorial Bridge.

Why it matters

The MLK Bridge is a critical transportation link in downtown Toledo, and the closure will impact commuters and businesses in the area. The upgrade project aims to enhance the city's infrastructure, but will require some temporary disruptions.

The details

The city announced that the MLK Bridge will be closed during the daytime hours on Tuesday and Wednesday next week for an upgrade project. Traffic will be rerouted across the nearby Craig Memorial Bridge as a detour.

  • The MLK Bridge will be closed from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2026.
  • The MLK Bridge will be closed from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 19, 2026.

The players

City of Toledo

The local government responsible for the upgrade project and closure of the MLK Bridge.

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What’s next

The city has advised commuters and businesses to plan ahead and allow extra travel time during the bridge closure.

The takeaway

This temporary closure of the MLK Bridge is necessary for an infrastructure upgrade project, but will require some adjustments from those who regularly travel through downtown Toledo.