By MDOT
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing approximately $6.2 million to improve the northbound and southbound US-131 bridges over Plaster Creek just south of Burton Street in Grand Rapids. Work includes concrete joint repairs on US-131 from M-11 (28th Street) to Pearl Street.
Construction is scheduled to begin Sunday, March 31 with an estimated end date of Monday, June 17.
Traffic restrictions
Northbound US-131 is scheduled to be closed and detoured at M-11 (28th Street) Sunday, March 31, through May 1.
During this time, one lane of northbound US-131 will remain open from Burton Street to Pearl Street. Entrance ramps to northbound US-131 will be closed from 44th Street to Market Avenue. Northbound on and off ramps will be closed at Burton, Hall, Martin Luther King Jr., and Wealthy streets. Northbound US-131 Exit 85B to Pearl Street will also close.
Alternate routes: Head west on M-6 to I-196. Head east on M-6 to M-37 or I-96.
Southbound US-131 will be closed at Burton Street for approximately four weeks after the northbound work is complete. During this time, ramp closures will be in effect and one lane of southbound US-131 will remain open from Ann Street to Burton Street.
Heightened traffic and potential delays are expected for local bus services and other travelers. Plan your travels with these delays in mind. The Transit App can be used for real-time bus tracking.
Increased safety and job support
Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 88 jobs.
This project will increase safety, improve the ride quality, and extend the service life of US-131 and bridges over Plaster Creek.
