M-28 BR lane closure starts Aug. 12 for culvert project in Marquette County

ISHPEMING, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing about $112,000 to replace a culvert on M-28 Business Route (BR) east of South 7th Street in Ishpeming, Marquette County. Work includes backfill, slope restoration and repaving.

County:
Marquette

Highway:
M-28 BR

Closest communities:
Ishpeming
Negaunee

Tentative start date:
Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026

Estimated end date:
Friday, Aug. 21, 2026

Traffic restrictions:
One lane of alternating traffic will be open using traffic regulators. An 11-foot lane width restriction will be in place in the work zone.

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.