Michigan Department of Transportation

05/12/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/12/2026 13:40

M-51 repairs in Pokagon start May 18

KALAMAZOO, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will be repairing M-51 between White Street in Howard Township and Crystal Springs Street in Pokagon Township. The $2.8 million investment includes asphalt shoulder widening, curve warning signs, center rumble strips and guardrail upgrades.

County:
Cass

Highway:
M-51

Closest community:
Pokagon

Start date:
Monday, May 18, 2026

Estimated end date:
Friday, July 10, 2026

Traffic restrictions:
One lane of traffic will be maintained with traffic regulators.

Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 24 jobs.

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