Deerton Post Office Temporarily Closed Due to Safety Issue
The USPS has announced that the Deerton Post Office, located at E1014 State Highway M28, Deerton, MI 49822-9998, is temporarily closed due to a safety issue at the facility.
According to USPS officials, the closure is necessary to protect both employees and customers while the issue is assessed and repairs are planned.
Alternative Locations
During the temporary closure, all retail and delivery operations — including P.O. Box mail — will be transferred to:
Au Train Post Office
N7589 Arbutus St.
Au Train, MI 49806-9998
Retail hours:
- Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Customers who normally pick up P.O. Box mail at the Deerton Post Office will now retrieve their mail at this Au Train location until further notice.
What Happens Next?
USPS has not provided a timeline for when the Deerton Post Office will reopen. Officials stated that the temporary suspension is necessary to ensure safety and maintain consistent service for the community.
Residents in Deerton, Au Train, and the surrounding areas are encouraged to monitor posted notices and USPS updates for additional information as repairs progress.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Deerton Post Office closed? +
The Deerton Post Office is temporarily closed due to a safety issue identified at the facility. USPS suspended operations while the issue is evaluated and repairs are planned.
Where are mail and retail services being offered during the closure? +
During the closure, all retail services, delivery operations, and P.O. Box mail for Deerton customers are being handled at the Au Train Post Office located at N7589 Arbutus St., Au Train, MI 49806-9998.
What are the retail hours at the Au Train Post Office? +
The Au Train Post Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Is there another nearby Post Office with different hours? +
Yes. The Eben Junction Post Office at E2895 State Highway M94, Eben Junction, MI 49825-9998, offers additional retail hours, including afternoon service.
When will the Deerton Post Office reopen? +
USPS has not provided a reopening date. The suspension will remain in place until safety concerns have been resolved and repairs are completed.
Do P.O. Box customers need to do anything? +
No action is required. All P.O. Box mail from the Deerton Post Office is being transferred to the Au Train Post Office for customer pickup.