RCKC Construction Update for the Week of 8-18-25

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: Thursday, August 14, 2025

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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 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,” Travis Bartholomew, 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.

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Alamo Township

Road: 8th Street - G Avenue to Hart Drive
Current Status: Week of 8/18, culvert Installation continues, drainage improvements, and driveway adjustments forthcoming. 
Detour: Road Closed to Thru Traffic
Project Information: Gravel Pulverize, HMA Overlay, Drainage Improvements
Start Date: April 21, 2025
End Date: October 15, 2025

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Climax Township

Road: 39th Street - ON Avenue to 3,168' north of ON Avenue, ON Avenue - 39th Street to 3,764' west of 42nd Street (CONTINGENCY PROJECT)
Current Status: Drainage improvements forthcoming.
Detour: None
Project Information: Gravel resurface and drainage improvements.
Start Date: June 23, 2025
End Date: October 15, 2025

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Comstock Township

Road: Stegar Avenue - Leigh Avenue to Fordham Avenue, Leigh Avenue - East Main Street to Fordham Avenue, Fordham Avenue - 260' west of Stegar Avenue to 699' east of Leigh Avenue.
Current Status: Milling and drainage improvements forthcoming.
Detour: None
Project Information: Milling and paving new HMA base and surface, drainage improvements, and tree removal.
Start Date: June 23, 2025
End Date: October 15, 2025

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Pavilion Township

Road: Q Avenue - 29th Street to 34th Street
Current Status: Mainline grading, ditching, and paving week of 8/18.
Detour: Q Avenue will be closed to through traffic during the project. The detour route is 29th Street, S Avenue, and 36th Street.
Project Information: This project includes tree clearing, crushing the existing asphalt to gravel-sized pieces and mixing with the existing gravel, widening of the shoulder, paving, and drainage improvements, including some ditching. 
Start Date: March 17, 2025
End Date: August 31, 2025

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Prairie Ronde Township

Road: Y Avenue - 3rd Street to 4th Street; 4th Street - YZ Avenue to Y Avenue; YZ Avenue - 4th Street to 5th Street; 5th Street - YZ Avenue to YZ Avenue, YZ Avenue - 5th Street to 6th Street
Current Status: Culvert installations, and drainage improvements forthcoming.
Detour: None
Project Information: Tree removal, drainage improvements, culvert replacements, and 4" of new gravel.
Start Date: June 23, 2025
End Date: October 15, 2025

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Richland Township

Road:  G Avenue - 28th Street to 38th Street (Richland / Ross Townships)
Current Status:  Restoration continues with paving operations now anticipated for the
week of August 18th. Drivers should anticipate delays during paving for this
project.
Detour:  G Avenue will be closed to through traffic at 28th Street. The detour route is 32nd Street and Gull Road. 28th Street will also be closed to through traffic. The detour route is Gull Road, Sprinkle Road, and H Avenue.
Project Information:  Center left turn lane construction at 5 intersections along G Avenue at 28th Street, 31st Street, 32nd Street, 35th Street, and 38th Street. The project includes road widening for turn lanes, paving, and drainage improvements, including some ditching. 
Start Date:  April 11, 2025
End Date:  August 31, 2025

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Schoolcraft Township

Road: U Avenue / 23rd Street - 22nd Street to 375' south of TU Avenue
Current Status: Shoulder gravel, centerline fog seal, pavement markings, and restoration week of 8/18.
Detour: U Avenue will be closed to through traffic from 22nd Street to 23rd Street. 23rd Street will also be closed to through traffic from U Avenue to TU Avenue. The detour route is Sprinkle Road, V Avenue, N Richardson Street, E Prairie Street, S Main Street, W Avenue, and Portage Road. 
Project Information: This project includes crushing the existing asphalt to gravel sized pieces and mixing with the existing gravel, widening of shoulder, paving and drainage improvements with some ditching. 
Start Date: May 28, 2025
End Date: August 31, 2025 

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Texas Township

Road: Vankal Street - RS Avenue to Q Avenue
Current Status: Week of 8/18 stump grinding, drainage improvements forthcoming.
Detour: None
Project Information: HMA Overlay.
Start Date: June 30, 2025
End Date: October 15, 2025

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Wakeshma Township

Road: TU Avenue – 39th Street to 42nd Street
Current Status: Drainage improvements to follow.
Detour: None
Project Information: New gravel road surface, tree removal, and drainage improvements
Start Date: April 4, 2025
End Date: October 15, 2025

 

Road: X Avenue – 40th Street to 42nd Street (CONTINGENCY PROJECT)
Current Status: Drainage improvements to follow.
Detour: None
Project Information: New gravel road surface, tree removal, and drainage improvements
Start Date: August 4, 2025
End Date: October 15, 2025

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Countywide

Road: Crack filling on various roads in Kalamazoo County
Current Status: Crack filling various locations.
Detour: None
Project Information: Traffic is to be maintained during the project. This is a mobile operation; temporary traffic regulators may be necessary, and slight delays are possible. 
Start Date: May 12, 2025
End Date: October 15, 2025 

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Chip Seal List for the Week of 8/18 (See Attachment)

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