Category: roads

  • Temporary road fixes continue as permanent repairs await funding

    Temporary road fixes continue as permanent repairs await funding

    Original Article here.

    Story Highlights:

    • Road commissions in Wexford and Osceola counties, along with the Cadillac Department of Public Works, are continuing to repair roads damaged by the spring floods.

    • Many roads have reopened after temporary repairs were made, but several remain closed as officials assess damage and determine what is eligible for funding assistance.

    • City crews in Cadillac are also repairing washed-out catch basins, sidewalks, and other infrastructure.

  • Flooding expected to cause more road damage in the coming months

    Flooding expected to cause more road damage in the coming months

    Original Article here.

    Story Highlights:

    • Severe flooding in the greater Cadillac area has caused widespread road closures and long-term damage.

    • Area road commissions say that floodwaters are weakening road surfaces, and driving on flooded roads can make the damage worse.

    • Some repairs are expected to take months, with additional damage likely as weather conditions change.