RCKC Construction Update for the Week of 8-12-2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: FRIDAY, August 9, 2024

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In an effort to keep local drivers informed of the latest traffic and road maintenance operations by the Road Commission, we have provided the following update for the week of August 12, 2024.  For further information call 269-381-3171 or visit RCKC website www.kalamazoocountyroads.com.

“This information is made available to assist motorists in planning for construction delays,” Joanna Johnson, Managing Director of the Road Commission said. “Motorists are reminded to be alert, slow down, stay informed, and be cautious when approaching a work zone. Remember, these projects signify progress in improving our infrastructure!”

Please note: This information is subject to change. Projects, road closures and timing can change from day to day, depending upon a number of factors, and traffic delays can develop in a matter of minutes due to weather conditions, emergency situations, etc.

Alamo Township

Road: AB Avenue - 1st Street to 7,900' east of 1st Street
Current Status: Tree removal and chip seal to follow.
Detour: None
Project Information: Pulverize, Double Chip Seal
Start Date: June 25, 2024
End Date: August 31, 2024

 

Road: D Avenue - 6th Street to Ravine Road
Current Status: Tree removal and trimming complete. Road work to begin end of August.
Detour: None
Project Information: This project includes tree removal and trimming, drainage improvements, asphalt paving, and restoration.
Start Date: April 8, 2024
End Date: September 30, 2024

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Charleston Township

Road: Mercury Drive - MN Avenue to East Michigan Avenue
Current Status: Restoration, pavement markings, and permanent sign installation week
of 8/12. At this time, MN Avenue will be closed from 44th Street to Mercury Drive.
Detour: MN Avenue and Mercury Drive will be closed to through traffic during
the project. The detour route is East Michigan Avenue and 40th Street.
Project Information: This project includes asphalt milling and resurfacing and some curb and
gutter installation.
Start Date: May 28, 2024
End Date: August 16, 2024

 

Road: MN Avenue - 44th Street to Mercury Drive
Current Status: Restoration, pavement markings, and permanent sign installation week
of 8/12. At this time, MN Avenue will be closed from 44th Street to Mercury Drive.
Detour: MN Avenue and Mercury Drive will be closed to through traffic during
the project. The detour route is East Michigan Avenue and 40th Street.
Project Information: This project includes widening for a turn lane at 44th Street, milling and
paving, and realignment of the intersection of MN Avenue at Mercury
Drive.
Start Date: May 28, 2024
End Date: August 16, 2024

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Comstock Township

Road: Kimberly Street - Blake Boulevard to Shadow Lane Avenue; Woodlark Street - 433' south of Shadow Lane Avenue to Blake Boulevard; Shadow Lane Avenue - 35th Street to Kimberly Street
Current Status: Roadside restoration the week of 8/12.
Detour: None
Project Information: HMA Paving
Start Date: August 1, 2024
End Date: August 31, 2024

Road: ML Avenue - Sprinkle Road to 26th Street
Current Status: Restoration and shoulder gravel upcoming
Detour: None
Project Information: This project includes asphalt milling, asphalt paving, drainage
improvements, curb & gutter replacement, and restoration.
Start Date: May 28, 2024
End Date: August 21, 2024

 

Road: Sprinkle Road - N Avenue to I-94
Current Status: Route preventive maintenance chip seal and fog seal. Lane closures. Expect delays.
Detour: None
Project Information: Chip Seal / Fog Seal
improvements, curb & gutter replacement, and restoration.
Start Date: August 8, 2024
End Date: August 13, 2024

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Kalamazoo Township

Road: Davis-Olmstead Drain - Olmstead Road to Olmstead Road
Current Status: Culvert installation on Springfield Avenue continuing week of 8/12.
Detour: Brookfield Ave and Springfield Ave will be closed at alternate times during the project. The detour route is around the block on either
Greenfield Ave or Market St.
Project Information: This project includes culvert replacements at two road crossings in
addition to stream bank restoration.
Start Date: April 1, 2024
End Date: October 25, 2024

 

Road: Squires Drive - Drake Road to Ravine Road
Current Status: Project is completed and open to through traffic. 
Detour: Squires Drive/H Avenue will be closed. The detour route is 10th
Street, West Main, Nichols and Ravine Road. Drake Road will be closed to through traffic. The detour is Grand Prairie, Nichols, and Ravine Road.
Project Information: This project includes construction of a roundabout at the intersection
of Drake Road at Squires Drive. Squires Drive will also be reconstructed with shoulder widening and drainage improvements.
Start Date: March 1, 2024
End Date: August 9, 2024

 

Road: Douglas Avenue - City of Kalamazoo Limits to Barney Road / Mosel Avenue
Current Status: For week of 8/12 paving is anticipated. Pavement markings, signs, and restoration are anticipated the week of 8/19.
Detour: Douglas Avenue will be closed during the project. The detour route is Mosel Ave, Westnedge Ave and Park St, and Patterson St.
Project Information: This project includes milling and resurfacing, storm sewer
improvements, and curb and gutter replacement.
Start Date: April 26, 2024
End Date: August 30, 2024

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Oshtemo Township

Road: Stadium Drive - 8th Street to 9th Street
Current Status: Centerline fog seal week of 8/12.
Detour: None
Project Information: This project includes asphalt milling, asphalt paving, manhole
adjustments, tree trimming, and restoration.
Start Date: April 15, 2024
End Date: August 31, 2024

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Richland Township

Road: Greer Drive - 35th Street to 4,600' east of 35th Street 
Current Status: Tree work complete, drainage improvements to follow.
Detour: None
Project Information: HMA Overlay
Start Date: May 13, 2024
End Date: August 14, 2024

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Schoolcraft Township

Road: U Avenue - Portage Road to 23rd Street
Current Status: Week of 8/12 Road closure and detour to be installed. Drainage improvements, shoulder widen, and gravel placement.
Detour: Yes
Portage Road (to W Avenue)
W Avenue (to Kalamazoo Avenue)
Kalamazoo Avenue (to E Prairie Street)
E Prairie Street (to N. Richardson Street)
N. Richardson Street (through Townline Street to V Avenue)
V Avenue (to Sprinkle Road)
Sprinkle Road (to TU Avenue)
Project Information: Gravel, Pulverize, Shoulder Widen
Start Date: July 25, 2024
End Date: October 1, 2024

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Texas Township

Road: 1st Street - P Avenue to 2,587' north of P Avenue
Current: Awaiting fog seal construction joint. 
Detour: none
Project Information: HMA Overlay, drainage improvements and tree work
Start Date: June 10, 2024
End Date: August 30, 2024

 

Road: 2nd Street - R Avenue to Q Avenue
Current Status: Week of 8/12 shoulder gravel will be applied. 
Detour: none
Project Information: Tree Pruning and Removal, HMA Paving, Shoulder Gravel, Restoration.
Start Date: July 15, 2024
End Date: September 30, 2024

 

Road: 1st Street - 3,306' south of Stadium Drive to Stadium Drive
Current Status: Shoulder gravel, and restoration to follow
Detour: none
Project Information: Tree Pruning and Removal, HMA Cold Milling and Paving, Shoulder
Gravel, Ditch Cleanout, Restoration.
Start Date: July 15, 2024
End Date: September 30, 2024

 

Road: PQ Avenue - 3rd Street to 4th Street
Current Status: Driveway adjustments, milling, and paving to follow week of 8/12.
Detour: None
Project Information: Tree Pruning and Removal, HMA Cold Milling and Paving, Shoulder
Gravel, Ditch Cleanout, Restoration.
Start Date: May 28, 2024
End Date: August 14, 2024

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County Wide Projects

Road: Pavement Marking on various roads in Kalamazoo County
Current Status: Pavement markings installation on projects countywide
Detour: Expect delays in work zones. Please do not follow pavement marking
operations too close, as to avoid potential paint on vehicles.
Project Information: Pavement Marking on various roads in Kalamazoo County
Start Date: June 3, 2024
End Date: November 15, 2024