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Truckers

A semi truck traveling westbound I-196 in Allegan County.
Department of Transportation

Truckers

  • The cover of the Michigan Truck Operators Map showing a semi truck on a Michigan freeway at sunrise.

    Trucking and our transportation network

    To protect both infrastructure and motorists, our truckers page details the rules, guidelines, restrictions, and permits for safe transport across Michigan.

    The map shows the current all-season and seasonal truck routes.

    Truck operators map

    Copies of the truck operators map are available at MDOT regions and TSC officesMSP Motor Carrier Division posts and the Michigan Trucking Association.


Trucking contacts

  • FMCSA Michigan Division

    517-853-5990

  • Intrastate Operating Authority

    517-284-3250
    Select option 4, then 1.

  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

    888-767-6424

  • Michigan Trucking Association (MTA)

    517-321-1951

  • M-231 road and bridge in Ottawa County.

Know the height of your load

  • A bridge beam bent and split by an over height load at US-131 and 146th Street in Allegan County.

    Permits required for objects or vehicles over 13' 6" in height

    Vehicle-bridge collisions result in serious injuries, significant property damage and major congestion problems. It is important to know the height of your load. If you have questions or need assistance, contact your local county road commission or MDOT Permits Unit at 517-241-8999.

Trucker information