(Full sized image found in the notice provided at the bottom)

UPDATE (8/11/25)

• 8/12: Weather permitting, the Township’s contractor will pave the first layer of asphalt on Phase II. If time and weather allow, the contractor will also start paving the second and final layer on one half of Lac Du Mont Drive.

On days when the contractor is paving, access to your normal parking lot may be impacted for 30-90 minutes. You will be able to drive north and south down Lac Du Mont on the side that is not currently being paved. However, if the contractor has just paved in front of your parking lot entrances, the asphalt will need 30-90 minutes to cool and compact before traffic can enter. Please park in the nearest open parking lot during these times. Expect delays when traveling on Lac Du Mont Drive during paving days. The half of the road that is not paved will also be used to transport asphalt to the site. You may have to wait behind semis for short periods.  

• 8/13: Weather permitting, the Township’s contractor will finishing paving the second and final layer of asphalt on Lac Du Mont Drive.
• 8/14: If paving cannot be completed on 8/12 and 8/13, this is a contingency paving date to finish paving.

 Manholes will likely be raised in September as the subcontractor has other projects that need to be completed prior to bus routes resuming at the start of the K-12 school year.

UPDATE (7/24/25)

The cement stabilization treatment has been completed on Phase I of Lac Du Mont Drive.

• 7/25: Phase I will be reopened between 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Please DO NOT drive on Phase I until it is reopened. This ensures that the cement stabilization treatment is not compromised while it cures.
• 7/28: Weather permitting, the Township’s paving contractor will pave the first layer of asphalt on Phase I.

On days when the contractor is paving, access to your normal parking lot may be impacted for 30-90 minutes. You will be able to drive north and south down Lac Du Mont on the side that is not currently being paved. However, if the contractor has just paved in front of your parking lot entrances, the asphalt will need 30-90 minutes to cool and compact before traffic can enter. Please park in the nearest open parking lot during these times. Expect delays when traveling on Lac Du Mont Drive during paving days. The half of the road that is not paved will also be used to transport asphalt to the site. You may have to wait behind semis for short periods.  

The following is the current weather-dependent schedule for Phase II:

• 8/4: Manholes will be lowered with Lac Du Mont Drive open to local traffic.
• 8/5: Mill off the top 4.5 inches of existing asphalt with Lac Du Mont Drive open to local traffic.
• 8/6: Crush the remaining existing asphalt in place with Lac Du Mont Drive open to local traffic.
• 8/7-8/9: Phase II of Lac Du Mont Drive closed to ALL traffic except for emergency first responders. To assist residents during the closure period, golf carts will be available for shuttle services from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. These golf carts will transport you to and from your home, vehicle, or the nearest CATA stop on Bois Isle Drive as needed. Typically, the golf carts will be stationed at the intersection where Phase I and Phase II meet, near 2047 Lac Du Mont Drive. You can request a ride by calling the golf cart operators at 773.720.2715.
•  8/7-8/8: Cement stabilization treatment is performed.
• 8/9: No construction activities will occur on this date. This date is to allow for one full day of cure time before reopening the Phase II portion of Lac Du Mont Drive to local traffic only. Phase II of Lac Du Mont Drive will be reopened to local traffic late in the day on Saturday, August 9.
• 8/12: The Township’s paving contractor will pave the first layer of asphalt on Phase II.
• 8/13 and/or 8/14: The Township’s paving contractor will pave the second and final layer on all of Lac Du Mont Drive. Paving will occur a half width of the roadway so the other half of the road can be used to maintain traffic.

UPDATE (7/8/25 7:30 pm)

On July 8, a virtual informational meeting was held to provide more information about the project and to answer any questions residents had. A recording of that meeting can be found below:

Lac Du Mont Drive Reconstruction Informational Meeting Recording - July 8, 2025

A copy of the presentation from the meeting can also be found below:

Lac Du Mont Drive Meeting Presentation

UPDATE (7/8/25 11:30 am)

At this time, the Township only anticipates closing Lac Du Mont Drive for three days per phase. The Phase I portion of Lac Du Mont Drive will be closed from Wednesday, July 23 through Friday, July 25.

A map of Phase I and Phase II of construction can be found below:

Lac Du Mont Construction Phases Map

To assist residents during the closure periods, golf carts will be available for shuttle services from Monday to Saturday, between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm. These golf carts will transport you to and from your home, vehicle, or the nearest CATA stop on Bois Isle Drive as needed. Typically, the golf carts will be stationed at the intersection where Phase I and Phase II meet, near 2047 Lac Du Mont Drive. You can request a ride by calling the golf cart operators at 773.720.2715.

The following is the tentative, weather-dependent construction schedule for Phase I of the Lac Du Mont Drive reconstruction project:

• Week of July 14: Lower manhole structures located in Lac Du Mont Drive, with Lac Du Mont Drive open to local traffic.
• Monday (7/21): Mill off the top 4.5" of existing asphalt with Lac Du Mont Drive open to local traffic.
• Tuesday (7/22): Crush the remaining existing asphalt in place with Lac Du Mont Drive open to local traffic.
• Wednesday - Friday (7/23-7/25): Phase I of Lac Du Mont Drive closed to ALL traffic except for emergency first responders.
• Wednesday - Thursday (7/23-7/24): Cement stabilization treatment is performed.
• Friday (7/25): No construction activities will occur on this date. This date is to allow for 1 full day of cure time before reopening the Phase I portion of Lac Du Mont Drive to local traffic only. Phase I of Lac Du Mont Drive will be reopened to local traffic late in the day on Friday, July 25.
• Monday (7/28): Weather dependent, the first layer of asphalt will be paved on the Phase I portion of Lac Du Mont Drive. Paving will be completed on one half of the roadway at a time to maintain local traffic on the other half of the roadway.  

The Township will announce a tentative, weather-dependent construction schedule for Phase II of the Lac Du Mont Drive reconstruction project as soon as it has been confirmed.

We apologize in advance for any inconvenience caused during construction, and we truly appreciate your patience and understanding while we work to improve your neighborhood and our entire community.

6/30/25

As part of the 2025 Local Roads Program, Lac Du Mont Drive will be undergoing reconstruction from mid-July to late August. The work will be completed in two phases:

• Phase I - Lake Lansing Road to 2047 Lac Du Mont Drive
• Phase II - Bois Isle Drive to 2047 Lac Du Mont Drive

During the construction period, both phases will be closed to motorists and pedestrians. Additionally, the CATA bus route will be detoured onto Bois Isle Drive while the road reconstruction takes place.

Each phase is expected to be closed for approximately 2-3 weeks, depending on weather conditions. If you reside on Lac Du Mont Drive within Phase I, you will need to park at the north end of Phase II and walk to and from your condo or apartment along the green belt next to the road while Phase I is closed. The same arrangement will apply to residents during the closure of Phase II.

A map detailing the construction phases can be found in the notice linked at the bottom of this post.

To assist residents during this time, golf carts will be available for shuttle services from Monday to Saturday, between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm. These golf carts will transport you to and from your home, vehicle, or the nearest CATA stop on Bois Isle Drive as needed. Typically, the golf carts will be stationed at the intersection where Phase I and Phase II meet, near 2047 Lac Du Mont Drive. You can request a ride by calling the golf cart operators at 773.720.2715.

Due to the complexity of this project, residents are highly encouraged to attend a virtual informational meeting on Tuesday, July 8 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

Meridian Township staff members and the Township's engineering firm for this project will be in attendance to present the information and answer any questions residents may have. A link to the meeting can be found below:

July 8, 2025 Lac Du Mont Informational Meeting Link

Meeting ID: 262 215 067 502 8
Passcode: TV2mU9De

The presentation that will be shared at the July 8 meeting can be found below:

Lac Du Mont Drive Meeting Presentation

A recording of the meeting will be provided afterwards for anyone who was unable to attend. Questions regarding this project or the upcoming meeting can be directed to Dan Bomzer, PE at localroads@meridian.mi.us or by calling 269.926.4552.

A copy of the notice sent to residents, which includes the map, can be found below:

Lac Du Mont Construction Flyer and Notice - June 23 Update