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Lane closure for Portage Lake Lift Bridge project Dec. 18-22

December 14, 2023

HOUGHTON, Mich. - Elevator replacement work on the US-41/M-26 Portage Lake Lift Bridge between the cities of Houghton and Hancock will require lane closures on the bridge next week.  

From Monday, Dec. 18, through Friday, Dec. 22, motorists should expect the northbound outside lane on the bridge to be closed to vehicle traffic during daytime hours. The northbound sidewalk will remain closed with a posted pedestrian detour.

The work is part of the $4.3 million Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) investment to replace bridge elevators and install false decking under one bridge span. The decking work was completed earlier this year. 

This repair project will help ensure continued safe and reliable operation of the bridge.
 
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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