What’s new in road construction for June 29

by Fix MI State | Jun 29, 2017 | Roads & Bridges

When it comes to new road projects, Thursday is not a day of the week that typically sees new construction starts, especially as we sneak closer to a big holiday. Because July 4 falls on a Tuesday, we have an extra long holiday weekend, and so do workers on...

Flooded rivers recede, but more than 100 Mid-Michigan roads still closed

by Fix MI State | Jun 27, 2017 | Roads & Bridges, Stormwater & Wastewater

The waters of the Tittabawasee and Chippewa rivers receded below flood stage early Tuesday, June 27, but numerous roads throughout Mid-Michigan remain closed due to structural failures and standing water. The good news is road commissions in Isabella, Bay, Midland and...

Chippewa River’s Levels Affect Homes, Public Advised to Avoid it

by Fix MI State | Jun 26, 2017 | Roads & Bridges, Stormwater & Wastewater

Not only have roads and buildings been greatly affected by the flooding, the Chippewa River’s water levels are very high and unsafe. 9&10’s Taylor Jones spoke with people living near its banks. The levels remain high right now. Though we’re told they...

Many roads in Isabella County ‘closed indefinitely’ due to flooding

by Fix MI State | Jun 25, 2017 | Roads & Bridges, Stormwater & Wastewater

ISABELLA COUNTY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU)– Several roads in Isabella County are ‘closed indefinitely’ due to the flooding in the area. Isabella County Central Dispatch says there are 100 miles of roadway that have been severely impacted by high water....

Health Department: Sewage overflow into Chippewa River now sanitary

by Fix MI State | Jun 24, 2017 | Stormwater & Wastewater, Michigan beaches, Drinking Water & Recreational Waters

ISABELLA COUNTY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU)– Flooding in Isabella County temporarily caused untreated sewage to overflow into the Chippewa River. The Central Michigan District Health Department says as of Saturday morning, the wastewater treatment plant has been able to...