Deborah Prescott | Daily Press Above, operators of a dump truck and cold planer move equipment into position on the eastbound lane on US 2 and 41in Escanaba this week.

ESCANABA — US 2 resurfacing in Delta County started Monday between Escanaba and Bark River. The estimated completion date is Friday, Aug. 21. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing about $2.2 million to resurface about 12 miles of US 2 from west of North 30th street in Escanaba to the Menominee/Delta county line west of Bark River in Delta County. Work will include crack sealing, paving, centerline and shoulder rumble strips, shoulder aggregate, and pavement markings. This project includes a three-year pavement performance warranty. The start date for this project is weather dependent.

The work will require single-lane closures during daytime hours only. One alternating lane will be open via traffic regulators. There will be an 11-foot width restriction in effect for the duration of the project.

This project will result in a smoother driving surface and increased safety for motorists, according to MDOT. This road construction project is an essential function. Transportation workers in the field follow Centers for Disease Control guidelines to limit their risk of getting sick.