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Intersection of Teggerdine and M-59 in White Lake Township is driving one driver crazy
By Ali Hoxie at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
The intersection of Teggerdine and M-59 is what is driving one driver crazy.Mike Coffey writes, The light at the intersection of Teggerdine and M59 needs to be better timed with the addition of a left hand turn arrow for the north and southbound traffic on Teggerdine onto M59.The email goes on to...
Key takeaway Mike Coffey writes, The light at the intersection of Teggerdine and M59 needs to be better timed with the addition of a left hand turn arrow for the north and southbound traffic on Teggerdine onto M59.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The frustration expressed by Mike Coffey about the intersection of Teggerdine and M-59 in White Lake Township is likely shared by many commuters in the area. While the timing issue with the light has been resolved after an upgrade, the lack of a left-hand turn arrow for north and southbound traffic on Teggerdine onto M-59 remains a concern. The Michigan Department of Transportation's evaluations in 2022 and 2025 found that the intersection did not meet the requirements for a left-hand turn lane, but this doesn't necessarily mean that the issue should be dismissed. As the area continues to grow and develop, it's possible that traffic patterns will change, and the intersection may eventually meet the criteria for a left-hand turn lane. Residents and commuters will be watching to see if future evaluations will lead to changes at this intersection, which could help alleviate congestion and improve safety.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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