Mackinac County, MI – Drivers in northern Michigan expecting construction delays next week on the M-123 overpass at I-75 will now have a longer wait. Planned substructure repairs have been postponed, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT).
According to MDOT, the project was originally set to begin in early October but has been delayed due to staging and scheduling complications. Instead of moving forward in 2024, the work has been rescheduled for 2026.
The construction was intended to address long-term structural needs on the M-123 bridge, a route that connects local traffic in Mackinac County to the busy I-75 corridor. While the delay means fewer immediate disruptions for drivers, the future project is expected to create detours and slowdowns once underway.
No specific start date in 2026 has been announced. MDOT noted that updates will be shared closer to the new construction timeline. Until then, motorists using M-123 and I-75 should not see additional traffic impacts related to this project.
This delay highlights the complexity of managing construction schedules across Michigan’s highway system, especially during peak travel seasons in northern counties.
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