The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) and our engineering consultant have updated the plan to improve Werkner Road between Sibley Road and M-52 in Sylvan Township. Public input led to revisions that minimize impacts on property frontages within the county road right of way. The changes include a few less tree removals, though some are still necessary for roadside drainage to ensure the durability of the road.
Scope of Work
- Section 1 (Sibley Rd to 1200′ North): Milling and asphalt resurfacing with minimal widening. Two 11-foot travel lanes with centerline and edge line pavement markings. No tree removals are planned.
- Section 2 (1200′ North to M-52): Some tree removals. Crushing (pulverizing) and shaping the existing asphalt / aggregate base. Asphalt paving on this modified base material. Two 11-foot travel lanes. 2-foot paved and 2-foot gravel shoulders on each side. Roadside drainage, including open ditch and concrete curb and gutter sections. Centerline and edge line pavement markings.
Next Steps
- WCRC staff will communicate directly with individual property owners with tree removals or driveway approach changes identified in the Right of Way (ROW) along their property frontage.
- Following the above-mentioned property owner communications tree removals by a WCRC contractor will be scheduled.
- Preparation of final road improvement bid documents (plans, specifications) and project advertisement for contractor bid.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the project. To receive updates, select subscribe at Subscribe for Road Updates. For questions or more information, please contact Aaron Berkholz, Assistant Director of Engineering, at (734) 327-6648 or [email protected].
REVISED Werkner Rd Tree Exhibit 3-3-26 design plans to improve Werkner Road between Sibley Road and M-52 in Sylvan Township.