NEWS - M-139 repaving project starts Monday, April 14, in Berrien Springs
Michigan DOT sent this bulletin at 04/07/2025 10:10 AM EDT|
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M-139 repaving project starts Monday, April 14, in Berrien Springs
BERRIEN SPRINGS, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and contractor Rieth-Riley Construction Co. Inc. will start work next week to repave 3.6 miles of M-139 from Deans Hill Road to Hinchman Road.
The $2.7 million investment includes asphalt repaving, a new pedestrian refuge west of Kephart Lane, concrete sidewalk ramp upgrades and new pavement markings.
County:
Berrien
Highway:
M-139
Closest community:
Berrien Springs
Start date:
Monday, April 14, 2025
Estimated end date:
Friday, Aug. 1, 2025
Traffic restrictions:
One lane will be open in each direction with lane closures and traffic regulators.
Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 26 jobs.
Safety benefit:
This project will provide a smoother driving surface, improve safety for all users and extend the life of the roadway.
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