NEWBERRY – The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) says it is investing about $1.6 million to resurface nearly 8 miles of M-48 east of M-129 in Chippewa County near Pickford.
The work includes an asphalt overlay, aggregate shoulders, guardrail repairs, and pavement markings, MDOT said in a news release.
The start date will be Wednesday, May 8 with an estimated end date of Wednesday, July 31.
Work will be performed during daytime hours only, MDOT said.
One lane of alternating traffic will be maintained on M-48 using traffic regulators. A 10-foot lane width restriction will be in place during the project.
Based on economic modeling, the work is expected to directly and indirectly support 19 jobs, MDOT said.
The project is expected to increase safety for motorists and extend the lifespan of the roadway.
