Motorists traveling through Jackson Township should prepare for traffic changes beginning Monday, July 20, as construction gets underway on Bethel Church Road between South New Prospect Road and the Howell Township border.
The project, which is weather permitting, includes sidewalk construction and other pedestrian safety improvements and is expected to take 6 to 8 weeks to complete. Work will begin at the Howell Township border and progress west toward South New Prospect Road.
During construction, drivers can expect alternating traffic between Claridge Drive and the Howell Township border. In addition, eastbound traffic will be detoured between South New Prospect Road and Claridge Drive, while westbound traffic will remain open.
Jackson Township officials noted that traffic patterns and detours may be adjusted by the Jackson Township Police Department Traffic Safety Unit as needed to reduce congestion near the South New Prospect Road intersection. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes whenever possible.
The project will continue with roadway milling and repaving later this fall. During that phase, both directions of traffic will be detoured overnight to allow crews to complete the work safely while minimizing disruptions.
Township officials said additional updates will be released as the project progresses and urged residents to follow the Jackson Township Police Department for the latest traffic advisories and detour information.
