Future
The section of M-553 known as Glass' Corner has come to the attention of MDOT in 2012 as one of the more dangerous stretches of highway in the state. Short sight distances combined with the end of a southbound uphill passing lane immediately before the curve have been blamed for some serious crashes. In the short term, the department is going to install additional signage in 2012 to warn motorists approaching the section of highway. An audit of the area also recommended the installation of street lighting by Sands Township. Another intermediate-term proposal is to study a reduction of the speed limit from 55 to 50 mph (89 to 80 km/h), an action that would require the involvement of the Michigan State Police. MDOT is seeking funding for a project to straighten some of the curves and decrease the grade of the roadway. This long-term solution is forecast to cost $5 million dollars in a project to be completed in 2017.
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