Miller Avenue and Catherine Street to Close in Ann Arbor
Westbound traffic will be diverted for three days beginning Monday, Oct. 19, for utility repairs.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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City officials will close Miller Avenue and Catherine Street to westbound traffic between North Main and North Ashley streets starting at 9 a.m. Monday, Oct. 19. The closure is scheduled to last through 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, as AT&T repairs a manhole structure.
Why it matters
The closure is necessary for AT&T to complete repairs on a manhole structure located in the roadway. While westbound travel is affected, eastbound traffic and access for pedestrians and cyclists will remain open.
The closure lasts for three days starting at 9 a.m. Monday, Oct. 19, and concludes at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21. It impacts the specific corridor between North Main and North Ashley streets.
The players
AT&T
The telecommunications company is performing repairs on a manhole structure in the roadway.
The details
Drivers heading westbound must follow a posted detour north on North Main Street, west on West Kingsley Street, and south on North Ashley Street. Emergency vehicles are also required to follow this designated detour route.
Timeline
The closure begins at 9 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026.
The closure ends at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026.
Market Landscape
This closure follows the city's standard protocols for utility maintenance and traffic management. These procedures ensure that infrastructure repairs are conducted while maintaining connectivity for pedestrians and essential emergency services.
Westbound commuters in Ann Arbor should adjust their travel plans and account for extra time while navigating the detour route on North Main, West Kingsley, and North Ashley streets. Eastbound drivers will not experience any changes to their commute.
The takeaway
Drivers should prepare for potential delays in the downtown area during the three-day maintenance window. Utilizing the official detour route is the most efficient way to avoid traffic disruptions while the utility work is underway.
What happens next
The road is scheduled to reopen to all traffic at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on local infrastructure changes, visit the Ann Arbor Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Mlive.
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