Michigan Department of Transportation

07/30/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/30/2026 12:28

M-28 lane closure starts Aug .10 for culvert project in Ontonagon County

ISHPEMING, Mich. ­- The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing about $153,000 to replace a culvert on M-28 east of South Agate Road in Ontonagon County. Work includes backfill, slope restoration and repaving.

County:
Ontonagon

Highway:
M-28

Closest communities:
Trout Creek
Paynesville

Tentative start date:
Monday, Aug. 10, 2026

Estimated end date:
Friday, Aug. 21, 2026

Traffic restrictions:
One lane of alternating traffic will be open in the work zone using temporary traffic signals or traffic regulators.

Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support one job.

Safety benefit:
This work will replace a culvert that has reached the end of its service life, extending the lifespan of the roadway and increasing safety for motorists.

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