The Michigan Department of Transportation announced on April 9 that work will resume April 16 on a $7.3 million project to stabilize the slope along M-25 near Lake Huron, south of French Line Road in Sanilac County. The effort, which began in 2025, includes slope restoration, drainage upgrades, guardrail work and pavement markings. The upcoming phase will focus on culvert improvements and is expected to continue through May 8.
This project is important for maintaining safe travel conditions and preventing further erosion along the lakeshore. According to the department, “This work to stabilize the slope from M-25 down to Lake Huron will restore the bank and prevent further erosion, prolonging the life of the roadway while preventing further loss of the shoulder and roadside into the lake.” Two-way traffic will be maintained via a single-lane closure with temporary traffic signals during construction.
The investment is projected to support approximately 61 jobs directly or indirectly through economic modeling. Work is weather dependent and could be adjusted if necessary.
The Michigan Department of Transportation manages nearly 10,000 miles of state highways, more than 4,800 bridges, about 2,700 miles of non-motorized trails, as well as railroad tracks and airports according to its official website. The department has over 2,800 employees working across seven regions and numerous service centers statewide according to its official website.
MDOT’s mission focuses on serving people and communities by connecting them through transportation efforts according to its official website. Its leadership team includes a director alongside key executives such as chief administrative officer and chief operations officer according to its official website.
MDOT maintains state highway systems including M routes like M-25 as well as interstates (I) and US routes. It also oversees bridge maintenance, rail services, public transit programs, aviation initiatives and safety standards across Michigan’s extensive transportation network according to its official website.
