RCKC Construction Update for the Week of 9-21-26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: Thursday, September 17, 2026

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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: C Avenue - 6th Street to Ravine Road
Current Status: Ditching and culverts to continue week of 9/21/26.
Detour: None
Project Information: RCKC preventive maintenance.
Start Date: April 15, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

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Brady Township

Road: West Indian Lake Drive - 1,500' north of UV Avenue to 2,300' north of UV Avenue
Current Status: Manhole adjustments the week of 9/21. 
Detour: None
Project Information: Milling and paving.
Start Date: April 15, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

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Comstock Township

Road: Comstock Avenue - Sprinkle Road to River Street
Current Status: For the week of 9/21, due to rain last week, paving is rescheduled for early in the week. Structure adjustments and pavement markings toward the end of the week. 
Detour: Comstock Avenue will be closed to through traffic and detoured using River Street, I-94 BL, and Sprinkle Road. 
Project Information: 0.85 miles of asphalt milling and resurfacing, concrete curb and gutter replacement, and storm sewer replacement.
Start Date: June 1, 2026
End Date: September 26, 2026

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Cooper Township

Road: 21st Street - Roosevelt Avenue to McKinley Street; Roosevelt Avenue - 21st Street to 954' east of Polk Street; Polk Street - Roosevelt Avenue to 594' north of McKinley Street.
Current Status: Week of 9/21, crackfill will begin. 
Detour: None
Project Information: RCKC preventive maintenance
Start Date: September 1, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

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Kalamazoo Township

Road: Westwood Drive Garage - Westwood Drive to 275' south of Westwood Drive
Current Status: Excavation, basin installation, yard restoration, and driveway adjustment the week of 9/21. 
Detour: None
Project Information: Drainage Rehab. 
Start Date: August 19, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

 

Road: Dwillard Drive - 356' south of Kenilworth Avenue to East Main Street
Current Status: Roadside restoration. 
Detour: None
Project Information: RCKC Preventive Maintenance. 
Start Date: April 15, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

 

Road: Ashley Drive - Kenilworth Avenue to East Main Street
Current Status: Roadside restoration. 
Detour: None
Project Information: RCKC Preventive Maintenance. 
Start Date: April 15, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

 

Road: Arthur Avenue - Charles Avenue to East Main Street
Current Status: Roadside restoration. 
Detour: None
Project Information: RCKC Preventive Maintenance. 
Start Date: April 15, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

 

Road: Clearview Street - Kenilworth Avenue to East Main Street
Current Status: Roadside restoration. 
Detour: None
Project Information: RCKC Preventive Maintenance. 
Start Date: April 15, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

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Oshtemo Township

Road: M Avenue - Vankal Street to 4th Street
Current Status: Week of 9/21, tree removal to continue. 
Detour: None
Project Information: Drainage improvement, milling, and HMA resurfacing. 
Start Date: June 1, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

 

Road: Forest River Way - 1,181' west of Ravine Road to Ravine Road
Current Status: Milling and paving week of 9/21. 
Detour: None
Project Information: Drainage improvements, milling, and HMA resurfacing. 
Start Date: April 15 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

 

Road: Fairgrove Street - 1,300' west of Quail Run Drive to Quail Run Drive; Cross Bend Court - Fairgrove Street to 377 west of Fairgrove Street
Current Status: Milling and paving week of 9/21. 
Detour: None
Project Information: Drainage improvements, milling, and HMA resurfacing. 
Start Date: April 15, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

 

Road: W Michigan Avenue - Venture Park Road to Drake Road
Current Status: Week of 9/21, milling and paving.
Detour: W Michigan Avenue will be closed and detoured using Drake Road and Stadium drive suring paving operations. 
Project Information: 0.8 miles of asphalt milling and resurfacing.
Start Date: September 8, 2026
End Date: September 30, 2026

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Prairie Ronde Township

Road: 10th Street - VW Avenue to U Avenue
Current Status: Beginning ditching and culvert placement the week of 9/8. 
Detour: None
Project Information: 4" new gravel, drainage improvements, tree removal.  
Start Date: September 1, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

 

Road: Vankal Street - XY Avenue to W Avenue
Current Status: Tree removal starting. 
Detour: None
Project Information: 4" new gravel, drainage improvements, tree removal.  
Start Date: April 15, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

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Schoolcraft Township

Road: 22nd Street - 2,640' south of U Avenue to U Avenue
Current Status: Roadside restoration beginning. 
Detour: None
Project Information: New HMA surface, cold milling, and drainage improvements. 
Start Date: September 1, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

 

Road: Starlet Street - South Hill Avenue to Crimora Street
Current Status: Week of 9/21 roadside restoration beginning. 
Detour: None
Project Information: New HMA surface, cold milling, and drainage improvements. 
Start Date: September 1, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

 

Road: Jasmine Avenue - Crocus Street to 616' east of Honeysuckle Street; Honeysuckle Street - VW Avenue to Jasmine Avenue
Current Status: Week of 9/21, roadside restoration beginning. 
Detour: None
Project Information: New HMA surface, cold milling, and drainage improvements. 
Start Date: September 1, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

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Wakeshma Township

Road: 44th Street - U Avenue to T Avenue
Current Status: Week of 9/21 roadside restoration. 
Detour: None
Project Information: RCKC preventive maintenance.
Start Date: August 10, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

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Countywide Projects

Road: Crack filling on various roads in Kalamazoo County.
Current Status: Crack fill continuing in various townships.
Detour: None
Project Information: Traffic to be maintained during project. This is a mobile operation, temporary traffic regulators may be necessary and slight delays are possible. 
Start Date: May 4, 2026
End Date: November 15, 2026

 

Road: Pavement Marking on various roads within Kalamazoo County.
Current Status: Pavement marking work will continue throughout the county, including the installation of roadway markings and pavement legends as part of various road improvement projects.
Detour: Expect delays in work zones. Please use caution and do not follow pavement marking vehicles too closely to help prevent wet paint from getting on your vehicle.
Project Information: Pavement Markings
Start Date: June 1, 2026
End Date: October 15, 2026

 

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