MDOT to Resurface M-66 in Athens

Three-mile stretch of highway to undergo $900,000 in improvements starting April 13.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 7:54pm

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An extreme close-up of the rough, pebbled texture of an asphalt highway surface, with subtle variations in shades of black, grey, and brown, conveying the rugged materiality of road construction.MDOT's resurfacing project aims to revitalize a vital stretch of highway in the Athens area.Marshall Today

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and contractor Lakeland Asphalt Corp. will be resurfacing 3.2 miles of M-66 from M-60 to S Drive South in Athens, Michigan. The $900,000 project includes milling and asphalt resurfacing work.

Why it matters

This resurfacing project aims to improve the condition and safety of a key highway segment in the Athens area, which is an important transportation corridor for both local residents and commercial traffic.

The details

The resurfacing work will cover a 3.2-mile stretch of M-66 from M-60 to S Drive South. The project includes milling the existing asphalt surface and then laying down a new asphalt overlay.

  • The resurfacing work is scheduled to begin on April 13, 2026.

The players

Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)

The state agency responsible for maintaining and improving Michigan's transportation infrastructure, including highways, bridges, and other roadways.

Lakeland Asphalt Corp.

The construction contractor hired by MDOT to perform the resurfacing work on M-66.

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What’s next

MDOT will monitor the progress of the resurfacing project and provide updates on any potential lane closures or traffic disruptions during the construction period.

The takeaway

This investment in maintaining and improving a key highway segment in the Athens area demonstrates MDOT's commitment to ensuring the safety and reliability of Michigan's transportation network.