Damaged Railroad Causes Street Closure at Busy Flint Intersection

Damaged railroad causes street closure at busy Flint intersection

FLINT, MI – A damaged railroad has caused a street closure at a busy Flint intersection, the city has announced.

Damaged railroad causes street closure at major crossing

FLINT, Mich. – The City of Flint is alerting residents and commuters of a road closure at a major railroad crossing. The crossing at 12th St. and Van Slyke Rd. is closed due to damage to the tracks.  According to Canadian National, the owner of the railroad, replacement parts have been ordered, but repairs would not be completed until early next week. Drivers are encouraged to find alternate routes in the area and are asked to follow all posted …

Damaged railroad shuts down major Flint intersection

FLINT, Mich. — A damaged railroad has caused a road closure at 12th Street and Van Slyke Road, according to a Dec. 8, 2025, press release from the City of Flint. Officials said the owner of the railroad, Canadian National, has ordered replacement parts but repairs will not be completed until early next week Drivers are being asked to find alternate routes in the area and are asked to follow all posted detours while repairs are underway. Damaged …