The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing $13.3 million to rebuild nearly 7 miles of US-31 from Barnard/Norwood Road to Barnard/Old Norwood Road south of Charlevoix. This project includes removing the old concrete pavement, as well as installing new concrete curb and gutter, drainage improvements, water main replacement, and new guardrail and pavement markings. Work is expected to begin after April 5 and be finished by the end of October.