Karl Bohnak, Michigan State Representative for 109th District | Michigan House Republicans
Karl Bohnak, Michigan State Representative for 109th District | Michigan House Republicans
State Representative Karl Bohnak provided an update on the recovery efforts following the recent flash flooding in L’Anse and Baraga. The flooding caused significant damage, washing out roads and driveways. Much of the new information was sourced from the Baraga Road Commission.
“We’re still working through the true extent of the damages after this flooding, but thanks to hard work by local officials, we’re beginning to understand the scope of what happened,” said Bohnak, R-Deerton. “We clearly have a lot of work ahead of us, but I know our community will band together and do what needs to be done to get things back to normal.”
Officials from the road commission estimated that repairs could exceed a million dollars. They are currently assessing damages, estimating costs, and preparing funding applications for assistance programs.
As reported earlier this week, three roads are facing long-term closures: East River Drive at Secret Creek; Beartown Road between U.S. 41 and Shippy Road; and Pequaming Road between Whirligig Road and Markman Road.
Additional roads affected by flooding include Skanee Road from west of Townline Road to Slate River; Bayshore Road from Jentoft Road to Whirligig Road; Pequaming Road from Whirligig Road to just south of Aura Road; Old 41 from U.S. 41 to Sturgeon Road; Indian Cemetery Road at Meadow Creek; Marksman Road from Zeba Road to Pequaming Road; Jurmu Road at Creek Crossing just South of U.S. 41; Beartown Road From U.S. 41 to Shippy Road; Shippy road entirely; Arvon Road at various locations along its length; Johnson Road; Mission Road; The bridge on Bayshore Road in Baraga Township crossing Kelsey Creek; Whirligig Hill; Messner Road; Selkey Road; Cadeau road Wadaga road Sutinen road Payne road Sturgeon road LaFernier road.
Other areas are still under evaluation for potential damage.
Bohnak reiterated his support for those impacted by the floods. Individuals seeking more information or connection with local resources can reach his office at 517-373-0498 or via email at [email protected].
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