US-23 repaving in Alpena, Alcona counties starts Sept. 9

ALPENA, Mich. -The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will invest $3.8 million to resurface 12.2 miles of US-23 from south of Island Drive in Alpena County to south of Hubert Road in northern Alcona County.

Counties:
Alpena, Alcona

Highway:
US-23

Closest city:
Ossineke

Start date:
Monday, Sept. 9, 2024

Estimated end date:
Friday, Nov. 8, 2024

Traffic restrictions:
This work will require single-lane closures with one lane of alternating traffic controlled by traffic regulators during daylight hours.

Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 46 jobs.

Safety benefit:
This project will include new pavement markings and rumble strips. The work will extend the pavement service life and improve ride quality.