Impact Level: Notification

Locations Affected: United States , Bacon Avenue, West Osterhout Avenue, South Westnedge Avenue in Portage, Michigan, United States

Tracking Id: RINTP3513247295

Description:

As per reports, complete road closure is scheduled for a half-mile stretch of South Westnedge Avenue in Portage, Michigan, beginning Monday (04 August) and continuing through Sunday (24 August).

• The closure affects the section from West Osterhout Avenue to Bacon Avenue, where crews will be installing new sanitary sewer systems as part of a comprehensive underground utility upgrade project.
• Access to homes and businesses within the closure area will be maintained throughout the construction period, with crews coordinating with residents and commercial operators to ensure continued connectivity.

Impact:

The complete closure of this half-mile residential section will create localized traffic diversions affecting daily commuting patterns for residents and visitors to the South Westnedge Avenue corridor.

• Local businesses along the affected stretch may experience reduced accessibility and potential customer impact as visitors navigate detour routes and unfamiliar alternative pathways.

Recommendations:

Advised to follow posted detours or seek alternative routes to avoid delays. Residents within the construction zone are advised to prepare for potential disruptions related to construction noise, dust, and temporary utility service interruptions as underground work progresses.

Sources:
• https://www.mlive.com/news/kalamazoo/2025/08/portion-of-westnedge-avenue-in-portage-to-close-for-3-weeks.html
• https://x.com/MLive/status/1951365081683419213