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US-41 bridge projects in Alger County begin April 15

April 04, 2025

NEWBERRY, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing about $1.5 million to repair and rebuild two bridges on US-41 over the West Branch of Whitefish River and Huber Creek in Alger County. The projects will include superstructure replacement, end header replacement, deck patching, substructure repair, and approach work.

County:
Alger

Highway:
US-41

Closest community:
Trenary

Tentative start date:
Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Project end date:
Friday, Sept. 12, 2025

Traffic restrictions:
US-41 traffic will be detoured via M-67 and M-94 during work on the West Branch of the Whitefish River bridge. This detour is scheduled to end by August 15. One alternating lane for local traffic only will be open on US-41 during work on the Huber Creek bridge.

Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 14 jobs.

Safety benefit:
This work will extend the lifespan of the structures and increase safety for motorists.

Press Release News Article 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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