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US-2 resurfacing project in Iron County starts on May 16

May 11, 2023

IRON RIVER, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing about $1.1 million to resurface 2.3 miles of US-2 from Gibbs City Road easterly to Ninth Avenue in the city of Iron River, Iron County. Work includes asphalt cold milling and resurfacing, catch basin repairs, sidewalk ramp work, and pavement markings.

County:
Iron

Highway:
US-2

Closest city:
Iron River

 Start date:
Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Estimated end date:
End of July 2023

Traffic restrictions:
Motorists should expect intermittent single-lane closures with traffic shifts.

Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 12 jobs. 

Safety benefit:
This work will extend the lifespan of the pavement and will result in a smoother driving surface and increased safety for motorists.

Press Release MI Newswire Department of Transportation Superior Region

Media Contact:

Dan Weingarten

MDOT Superior Region Media Representative

WeingartenD@Michigan.gov

906-250-4809

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