(posted Oct 10, 2024)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2024
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Kalamazoo, MI-
In an effort to keep local drivers informed of the latest traffic and road maintenance operations by the Road Commission, we have provided the following update for the week of October 14, 2024. For further information call 269-381-3171 or visit RCKC website www.kalamazoocountyroads.com.
“This information is made available to assist motorists in planning for construction delays,” Joanna Johnson, Managing Director of the Road Commission said. “Motorists are reminded to be alert, slow down, stay informed, and be cautious when approaching a work zone. Remember, these projects signify progress in improving our infrastructure!”
Please note: This information is subject to change. Projects, road closures and timing can change from day to day, depending upon a number of factors, and traffic delays can develop in a matter of minutes due to weather conditions, emergency situations, etc.
Alamo Township
Road: D Avenue - 6th Street to Ravine Road
Current Status: Roadside restoration week of 10/14.
Detour: D Avenue will be closed intermittently to through traffic during the project. The detour route is Ravine Road and 6th Street.
Project Information: This project includes tree removal and trimming, drainage improvements, asphalt paving, and restoration.
Start Date: April 8, 2024
End Date: October 28, 2024
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Climax Township
Road: 37th Street - T Avenue to S Avenue
Current Status: Restoration to begin week of 10/14.
Detour: None
Project Information: This project includes tree removal and trimming, drainage improvements and gravel resurfacing.
Start Date: September 5, 2024
End Date: October 28, 2024
Road: 41st Street - RS Avenue to R Avenue
Current Status: Restoration to begin week of 10/14.
Detour: None
Project Information: This project includes tree removal and trimming, drainage improvements and gravel resurfacing.
Start Date: September 5, 2024
End Date: October 28, 2024
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Comstock Township
Road: Larch Avenue - Ripley Street to Comstock Avenue; Azuba Avenue - Ripley Street to Comstock Avenue; Harway Avenue - 250' south of Ripley Street to Comstock Avenue; Ripley Street - 150' east of Larch Avenue to Harway Avenue
Current Status: Milling, paving, and roadside restoration to begin week of 10/14.
Detour: None
Project Information: HMA Overlay
Start Date: September 1, 2024
End Date: October 28, 2024
Road: Morrow Street - 2,012' sourth of East Michigan Avenue to East Michigan Avenue
Current Status: Milling, paving and roadside restoration to begin week of 10/14.
Detour: None
Project Information: HMA Overlay
Start Date: September 1, 2024
End Date: October 28, 2024
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Kalamazoo Township
Road: Arthur Avenue - Coy Avenue to East Main Street
Current Status: Drainage improvements will continue week of 10/14.
Detour: Traffic will be maintained for this project using traffic regulators.
Project Information: Drainage Improvements
Start Date: September 23, 2024
End Date: October 28, 2024
Road: Davis-Olmstead Drain - Olmstead Road to Olmstead Road
Current Status: Installing guardrail and adjusting manholes on Brookfield Avenue and Springfield Avenue week of 10/14.
Detour: Brookfield Ave and Springfield Ave will be closed at alternate times during the project. The detour route is around the block on either
Greenfield Ave or Market St.
Project Information: This project includes culvert replacements at two road crossings in
addition to stream bank restoration.
Start Date: April 1, 2024
End Date: October 25, 2024
Road: Drake Road - 1,635' south of Ravine Road to 245' south of Ravine Road
Current Status: Adjusting manholes, centerline fog seal, and restoration week of 10/14.
Detour: None
Project Information: This project includes milling, asphalt paving, manhole adjustments, tree trimming, and restoration.
Start Date: September 10, 2024
End Date: October 21, 2024
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Oshtemo Township
Road: 2nd Street - L Avenue to KL Avenue
Current Status: Gravel resurfacing, paving and shoulder gravel week of 10/14.
Detour: None
Project Information: HMA Overlay, drainage adjustment and tree work.
Start Date: August 26, 2024
End Date: November 15, 2024
Road: Stadium Drive - 8th Street to 9th Street
Current Status: Centerline fog seal week of 10/14.
Detour: None
Project Information: This project includes asphalt milling, asphalt paving, manhole
adjustments, tree trimming, and restoration.
Start Date: April 15, 2024
End Date: October 28, 2024
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Richland Township
Road: Greer Drive - 35th Street to 4,600' east of 35th Street
Current Status: Roadside restoration to begin week of 10/14.
Detour: None
Project Information: HMA Overlay
Start Date: May 13, 2024
End Date: October 28, 2024
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Texas Township
Road: PQ Avenue - 5th Street to 6th Street
Current Status: Adjusting manholes, and paving week of 10/14.
Detour: None
Project Information: This project includes asphalt milling, asphalt paving, manhole adjustments, tree trimming, and restoration.
Start Date: September 23, 2024
End Date: October 28, 2024
Road: 5th Street - Q Avenue to PQ Avenue
Current Status: Adjusting manholes, and paving week of 10/14.
Detour: None
Project Information: This project includes asphalt milling, aspahlt paving, manhole adjustments, tree trimming, and restoration.
Start Date: September 23, 2024
End Date: October 15, 2024
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County Wide Projects
Road: Pavement Marking on various roads in Kalamazoo County
Current Status: Pavement markings installation on projects countywide
Detour: Expect delays in work zones. Please do not follow pavement marking
operations too close, as to avoid potential paint on vehicles.
Project Information: Pavement Marking on various roads in Kalamazoo County
Start Date: June 3, 2024
End Date: November 15, 2024