Site work for a bridge / tunnel in Wells Township, Michigan. Conceptual plans call for site work for a bridge / tunnel.

The East Dayton Road Bridge (Structure No. 10512) over the Cass River is a primary priority for Tuscola County in the 2026 fiscal year Michigan Department of Transportation Bridge Funding. Bridge Rehabilitation is required for the East Dayton Road Bridge. The structure was inspected within the last two years. The East Dayton Road bridge was originally constructed in 1976. The bridge is a three span structure with steel beams and a concrete bridge deck with an epoxy overlay. The structure has concrete curtainwall abutments. The Dayton Road Bridge has a total length of 180 feet and a clear width of 37.2 feet. East Dayton Road is a northwest/southeast road, has a NFC classification as a Major Collector and is classified as a primary, all season roadway for the Tuscola County Road Commission. The bridge is approximately 0.5 miles east of M-24. The average daily traffic on East Dayton Road over the Cass River is approximately 3006 vehicles per day. A significant portion of the traffic using this bridge is related to the agricultural industry, commuting traffic and local economies of surrounding municipalities. East Dayton Road is a primary route from traffic in and out of the City of Caro. The City of Caro hosts the County Seat for Tuscola County and is the center of Industry. Pioneer Sugar, the Caro Center and POET Bioprocessing are some of the larger manufacturing industries within the City. The Road Commission considers this structure a critical asset and key transportation link within their road network. If selected, the Tuscola County Road Commission is committed to a 20% local match to fund the project. Total Estimated Project Cost $1,271,000 The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.