Work begins on Sturgis reconstruction project

Utility companies began work this week on North Lakeview Avenue in Sturgis as part of a reconstruction project taking place this year.

North Lakeview will be closed to thru traffic from Chicago Road to Main Street. The detour route is from Chicago Road onto North Prospect Street, to Main Street, then to North Lakeview.

The utility work is part of the broader reconstruction of North Lakeview. Starting with this utility work, North Lakeview from U.S. 12 to the railroad tracks is expected to be closed to traffic and under construction until conclusion of the project, anticipated for August.

Timelines are subject to weather and contractor schedules, city officials said. Officials request that drivers reduce speed near the construction area and to pay special attention to “thru traffic” signs.