Michigan Kicks off 13 Road Projects Across State Starting September 15

Starting this week, Michigan's roads will see major changes as construction teams begin 13 new projects worth around $4.3 million. The work stretches from Detroit to the state's northern tip.

Workers tackle a $763,000 bridge repair on Long Lake Road above U.S. 127 in Clare County. The job adds fresh barrier walls and fixes worn deck sections.

Saginaw County sees three projects launch this week. Road crews will fix M-81 between Wolf and Towerline Roads. They'll also patch up M-13 from 10th to Potter Street, plus fix the westbound stretch of M-46 from the river to Michigan Avenue.

Up north, M-77 gets a big fix. Workers will spend $2.8 million to smooth out 10.5 miles of road from U.S. 2 to Pine Street in Schoolcraft County's Germfask area.

Expect delays on main roads. I-96's Lansing Road exits closed on September 15. Grand Rapids drivers will find U.S. 131 squeezed between 32nd and Burton Streets until September 17.

Near Detroit, work crews start fixing storm drains on Woodward Avenue by Square Lake Road from Thursday September 18 through next Monday. The Blue Water Bridge's eastbound side stays closed through early November.

North-bound traffic should plan for stops on M-22 past M-72 near Traverse City. Tuesday brings new pavement work on the water-side lane until September 22.

In Clare, Business U.S. 127 gets fresh pavement from Third to State Street. This $266,000 fix adds better water drainage and new road lines, with work ending in October.

Around Allegan, M-89 shrinks to fewer lanes on weekdays between 113th Avenue and Jefferson Road until September 26. September 16 only, U.S. 31 by Muskegon drops to single lanes.

State officials stress safety in work zones. Breaking speed limits costs twice as much where crews work. Stay alert, watch for quick stops, and follow worker signals.

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