Portage, MI – Starting Monday, Sept. 30, the southbound curb lane of South Westnedge Avenue will close for utility work. The closure will take place near Schuring Road and is expected to last until Tuesday, Oct. 1, at 4 p.m.
According to the Portage Department of Public Safety, the project begins at 8 a.m. Monday, with work extending through Tuesday afternoon. Motorists are encouraged to seek alternate routes to avoid delays during this time. The Department of Transportation and Utilities advises that heavy traffic is likely near the 7500 block of South Westnedge.
The purpose of the closure is to facilitate utility maintenance and improvements in the area. As a result, drivers should prepare for detours and potential travel delays through early next week.
For additional details, residents can contact the Department of Transportation and Utilities at (269) 329-4422. The department recommends commuters plan ahead to minimize disruption during the lane closure.
