RCKC Construction Update for the Week of 11-3-25

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: Thursday, October 30, 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 11/3, punchlist items to closeout.
Detour: Road Closed to Thru Traffic
Project Information: Gravel Pulverize, HMA Overlay, Drainage Improvements
Start Date: April 21, 2025
End Date: December 15, 2025

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Cooper Township

Road: 14th Street - D Avenue to C Avenue
Current Status: Week of 11/3, roadside restoration.
Detour: None
Project Information: HMA Overlay
Start Date: October 13, 2025
End Date: November 15, 2025

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Kalamazoo Township

Road: Pitcher Street - 2,675' south of Mosel Avenue to Mosel Avenue
Current Status: Week of 11/3, roadside restoration.
Detour: Intermittent road closures during the project. No detour route.
Project Information: Concrete curb replacement, manhole adjustments, milling, and paving.
Start Date: October 2, 2025
End Date: November 14, 2025

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Pavilion Township

Road: Q Avenue - 29th Street to 34th Street
Current Status: Week of 11/3 roadside restoration. 
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: November 14, 2025

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Texas Township

Road: Vankal Street - RS Avenue to Q Avenue
Current Status: Week of 11/3, punch list items. 
Detour: None
Project Information: HMA Overlay.
Start Date: June 30, 2025
End Date: November 15, 2025

Road: Vankal Street - 7,020' south of RS Avenue to RS Avenue (CONTINGENCY PROJECT)
Current Status: Week of 11/3, paving and shoulder gravel.
Detour: None
Project Information: HMA Overlay.
Start Date: October 20, 2025
End Date: November 15, 2025

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Wakeshma Township

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

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