MDOT seeking public comment on proposed US-31 BR improvements in Montague

MONTAGUE, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) invites the public to comment on the planned 2027 US-31 Business Route (BR) (Water Street/Dowling Street) project between the White River and Stanton Boulevard in Montague.

MDOT plans to resurface the roadway and improve sidewalk ramps in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act. MDOT is proposing to obtain a 0.01-acre permanent easement right of way along the east corner of the intersection of US-31 BR and Water/Dowling streets at Ellenwood Park, also known as Weathervane Park.

During the work, the sidewalk ramp will be temporarily closed but the park will remain open. Public input is being sought to help recognize and address any concerns that may result from any impacts on the adjacent recreational properties during construction per a proposed de minimis impact finding under Section 4(f) of the U.S. Department of Transportation Act of 1966.

Please submit public comments using the public comment form or by mail, email or phone to MDOT Public Involvement Specialist and Hearings Officer Monica Monsma at [email protected] or:

Monica Monsma
MDOT Environmental Services Section
425 West Ottawa St.
P.O. Box 30050
Lansing, MI 48909
517-335-4381