Friday, January 27, 2012

Michigan to Build Ambassador Bridge Ramp Within Months

(Journal of Commerce Online – R.G.Edmonson)

Latest development in battle between MDOT, bridge owner

The Michigan Department of Transportation said it will build an off-ramp connecting the Ambassador Bridge, the busiest U.S.-Canada crossing, to two interstate highways within the next few months.
 

MDOT received the federal go-ahead after Detroit International Bridge Co., the owner of the bridge, deeded the property to the department. MDOT and DIBC have battled over who should have to build the bridge for two years, with the fight most recently leading to the brief jailing of bridge owner, Manuel “Matty” Moroun. Read more here.