Mount Pleasant, MI – Drivers in central Michigan are facing sudden detours today after a major roadway was shut down in Isabella County due to downed power lines, impacting travel west of Mount Pleasant.
According to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), M-20 (Remus Road) is closed in both directions between Lincoln Road and Meridian Road in Isabella County. The closure was reported Wednesday and remains in effect until crews can safely clear the scene and restore power infrastructure.
The affected stretch is located west of Mount Pleasant, near rural roadways that connect commuters to the city, U.S. 127, and nearby communities in Mid-Michigan. Drivers traveling between Mount Pleasant, Remus, and surrounding areas should expect delays and seek alternate routes.
MDOT officials say the closure is necessary to protect motorists while utility crews address the downed lines. No estimated reopening time has been announced, and conditions may change depending on repair progress.
Motorists are urged to avoid the area if possible and monitor real-time updates through MDOT’s MiDrive traffic map. Local drivers should also watch for temporary detour signage and allow extra travel time, especially during peak commute hours.
This closure may impact school transportation, delivery routes, and agricultural traffic common in the area. Emergency vehicles are being routed around the closure as needed.
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