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Lane closed on M-38 bridge near Alston
September 16, 2022
BARAGA, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is conducting repair work requiring a lane closure on the M-38 bridge over the west branch of the Sturgeon River near Alston in Baraga County.
One alternating lane of traffic will be open using temporary traffic signals.
The work, involving substructure repair, is expected to be completed by mid-October.
MDOT advises motorists to remain alert for workers and use caution when traveling through the work zones.
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