By Journal Staff

ISHPEMING — Motorists at the intersection of U.S. 41 and Lakeshore Drive in Ishpeming can expect changes in traffic flow on Thursday while the traffic signal is modified.

Crews for the Michigan Department of Transportaion will perform traffic signal work at the intersection, requiring the signal to go dark beginning at 8:30 a.m. Thursday. During the work, traffic regulators will direct vehicles through the intersection. The signal is expected to be back in operation by noon that day.

A temporary signal has also been installed at the nearby intersection of U.S. 41 and Country Lane and is currently in flash mode. This signal will begin normal operations later this month when a detour for North Lakeshore Drive is required. MDOT urges drivers to use caution when approaching the area.

MDOT announced plans for a new roundabout, which will replace the existing intersection.

The work is expected to be completed in 2024.