M-129 bridge project north of M-80 in Chippewa County starts May 18

NEWBERRY, Mich. ­- The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing about $1.5 million to replace the M-129 bridge over Fletcher Creek. The project will include road reconstruction, guardrail work and pavement markings.

County:
Chippewa

Highway:
M-129

Closest community:
Kinross

Tentative start date:
Monday, May 18, 2026

Estimated end date:
Friday, Sept. 18, 2026

Traffic restrictions:
Motorists will be detoured via M-80, Gaines Highway, I-75 and M-28.

Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 13 jobs.

Safety benefit:
This work will replace a structure that has reached the end of its useful service life, extending the lifespan of the roadway and increasing safety for motorists.