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NEWBERRY -- Onsite work on the Michigan Department of Transportation project to replace the M-129 bridge over Fletcher Creek in Chippewa County is expected to resume soon.
The installation of the box culvert on M-129 over Fletcher Creek has been delayed for several weeks due to issues with fabricating the new culvert. Scanning and testing of the new culvert is currently under way at the fabrication plant and is expected to be finished next week. Onsite activity is expected to resume shortly, pending successful completion of these detailed tests.
Work on this project has required closing M-129 at the bridge with traffic detoured via M-80, Gaines Highway, I-75 and M-28. With work onsite resuming soon, the current schedule would tentatively reopen the road by Oct. 2.
While the delay has been necessary to ensure proper construction methods are followed, MDOT regrets the inconvenience of the detour to motorists and area residents. MDOT and the contractor are committed to completing installation of this critical structure and removing the detour as soon as possible.
Separately, the MDOT Career Fest will return Aug. 18-19, offering jobseekers an opportunity to explore a wide range of transportation careers and connect directly with professionals working across the department.
Now in its third year, Career Fest has grown. MDOT has partnered with Lansing Community College’s West Campus to accommodate high demand and ensure participants have ample space to explore all the opportunities available.
“The response to last year’s Career Fest made it clear: people are eager to learn about careers at MDOT,” said State Transportation Director Bradley C. Wieferich. “Thanks to our partnership with LCC, we’ve expanded the event to welcome even more attendees and continue building a strong pipeline of transportation talent.”
With more than 100 career classifications represented, attendees will meet MDOT staff, explore career paths and learn about open positions and qualifications.
Event Details
In-Person Session 2-6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18 LCC West Campus 5708 Cornerstone Drive Lansing, (Public and MDOT employees welcome. Registration encouraged.)
Virtual Session 3 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19 Platform: Radancy (Public and MDOT employees welcome. Registration required.)
For more information and to explore career opportunities at MDOT, visit www.Michigan.gov/MDOTCareers or contact Alison Lombardi at LombaridA1@Michigan.gov or 517-290-9493.