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Posted on: January 16, 2026 | Last Modified on: January 16, 2026

[ARCHIVED] West Centre Avenue Lane Closure: Shaver Road to Creekside Drive


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NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 16, 2026

Contact: Kendra Gwin, Director of Transportation & Utilities, (269) 329-4422

West Centre Avenue Lane Closure
Shaver Road to Creekside Drive

Starting at 7 AM on Tuesday, January 20, the westbound curb lane on West Centre Avenue from Shaver Road to Creekside Drive will be closed for the Consumers Energy gas main replacement project. 

Traffic delays are expected in this area, and motorists are urged to seek an alternate route. The work is scheduled to be completed by Friday, February 13, weather and materials permitting.

For more information, please call the Department of Transportation & Utilities at (269) 329-4422. Office hours are Monday through Thursday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM and Friday from 8 AM to 12 PM.

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