Michigan Avenue Construction: Lane Reductions and Detours Impact UM Health-Sparrow Access in Lansing

Michigan Avenue Construction in Lansing Causes Detours Near UM Health-Sparrow

Ongoing construction on Michigan Avenue in Lansing, Michigan, is causing lane reductions and detours near University of Michigan Health-Sparrow. Patients and visitors should anticipate delays and plan accordingly, starting July 7, 2025. The project is expected to last until late fall.

Navigating Access to UM Health-Sparrow During Construction

While access to UM Health-Sparrow will be maintained, significant delays are expected due to lane reductions. Patients and visitors are strongly encouraged to use the rear entrances located on Eureka and Jerome streets whenever possible. All emergency services will remain fully operational throughout the construction period.

Road Closures and Detour Routes

Michigan Avenue remains fully closed from the pedestrian bridge east to Holmes Street. Motorists should adhere to the following detour routes:

• Eastbound Traffic: North on Pennsylvania Avenue, east on Saginaw Street, and south on Howard Street.
• Westbound Traffic: North on Homer Street, west on Grand River/Oakland Avenue, and south on Pennsylvania Avenue.

Official Statements and Resources

According to a news release, Ann Marie Creed, president of UM Health-Sparrow Lansing, stated, "Our top priority is ensuring our patients and team members can access our facilities safely and with little to no stress.” For detailed access routes to hospital facilities, visit UofMHealthSparrow.org/news/navigating-michigan-avenue-construction.

Summary of Detour Information