Michigan Department of Transportation

11/01/2024 | Press release | Archived content

Lane closures for tree clearing along US-127 in Clare County begin Nov. 4

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will implement intermittent lane closures along 14.6 miles of US-127 in each direction between Mannsiding Road and the Clare/Roscommon county line in Clare County for tree clearing.

County:
Clare

Highway:
US-127

Closest city:
Clare

Start date:
Monday, Nov. 4, 2024

Estimated end date:
Monday, March 31, 2025

Traffic restrictions:
Traffic will be maintained with intermittent single-lane closures and shoulder closures.

Safety benefit:
Clearing these trees will allow for more sunlight on the road in the winter months, helping with snowplowing and reducing ice and snow buildup.

Lane closures during this type of work are necessary to provide the safest work area possible for crews and motorists.