Our goal is to keep Michigan's motorists safe, informed, and mobile. That is why MDOT offers many ways to help ease the stress of commuting by providing information that commuters want and need as they make daily travel decisions.
Did you know that millions of people visit the Great Lakes State every year? Whether you are from out of state or right here in Michigan, we want to ensure your travel throughout Michigan is informative, comfortable, and fun.
At MDOT, safety is paramount. It is our goal to improve overall safety for all road users, internal staff, contractors performing work on roads, and emergency responders.
Every year, the Michigan Department of Transportation produces an updated version of the state transportation map. The department also produces numerous geographic information system maps to assist commuters, tourists, and businesses.
In Michigan, there are three publicly-owned and operated bridges: Mackinac Bridge, Blue Water Bridge, and International Bridge. There are also two privately-owned and operated border crossings: Ambassador Bridge and Detroit-Windsor Tunnel.
The Bureau of Bridges and Structures is responsible for statewide policy, procedure development, and execution to ensure all bridges and structures are designed, constructed, maintained, and operated to ensure safety.
MDOT provides funding for competitive grant and loan programs primarily, but not exclusively, for state and local road agencies for the greatest impact on economic development and job creation.
MDOT's Highway Programs focus on the development and management of the department's roadsides, environmental efforts and policies, and federal-aid highway information.
The Bureau of Transportation Planning develops and implements a comprehensive transportation planning process which results in investments that are consistent with the policies of the State Transportation Commission.
Research Administration supports and promotes innovative research that encourages safe, sustainable and cost-effective transportation solutions throughout Michigan.
MDOT provides technologies and partnerships in order to make the transportation system safer and less congested.
MDOT has ongoing government-to-government communication with 12 federally recognized sovereign tribal governments whose lands are situated within Michigan.
MDOT is committed to ensuring that projects, programs and services are performed without discrimination, under Title VI.
The Office of Communications works with the media to inform the public of MDOT's mission, policies and practices in a positive, consistent and credible manner. The office is responsible for media relations, social media, and website development.
Public participation is integral to efficient, effective and responsive transportation decisions. At MDOT, we want to ensure your voice is not only heard, but makes a difference in moving Michigan forward.
MDOT News Releases
There are many common myths and misconceptions about transportation in Michigan. Transportation Reality Check takes on some of these myths, and explains why MDOT does things the way they do.
Resources for the development of quality transportation project documents and services.
Resources for specialized engineering and technical support for construction staff across Michigan.
Resources regarding MDOT's contracting processes, including contractor prequalification, bid letting, contract awards, and contractor payments.
Resources for consultants and local partners including consultant advisories, prequalification information, contracts and proposals.
Resources for local governments regarding grant & economic development opportunities, project coordination, and state and federal requirements.
Resources for local governmental agencies that regularly require access to state right of way.
Resources for MDOT real estate standards, policies and procedures, and training.
Resources for truckers regarding necessary rules, guidelines, restrictions, and permits, needed to safely transport goods throughout Michigan.
GIS, Geographic Information System
Resources for general work zone mobility guidelines for engineering and technical staff.
The Internship Program offers undergraduate and graduate students interested in civil engineering and construction management careers, valuable experience by working with professional field staff.
TRAC engages high school and middle school students in solving real-world problems, such as designing bridges or analyzing the environmental effects of building a highway.
The TRAC Internship is an extension of the TRAC Program and is designed to provide opportunities for 12th grade students interested in transportation and engineering careers.
YDMP provides participants with opportunities to pursue higher education, personal growth, and exposure to transportation careers.
The HBCU TDRP is a unique partnership between MDOT and Michigan colleges and universities to offer on-the-job training to undergraduate students pursuing degrees in engineering or transportation-related careers.
The Veteran Internship Program assists honorably discharged veterans of the United States Armed Forces as they transition into the civilian workforce.
Engineering Week videos and lesson plans are all-inclusive resources to show early elementary to high school students the career of civil engineering at MDOT.
MDOT's seven region offices each handle transportation-related construction, maintenance and programs within the region's geographic boundaries. Each MDOT region has several Transportation Service Centers (TSCs) that are designed to respond to the transportation needs of local communities.
The Office of Governmental Affairs represents MDOT's interests as new or amendatory legislation is developed or moving through the legislative process. The office also works directly with legislators' offices regarding state and local transportation constituent concerns. </span>
MDOT's commissions, councils, task forces, and partnerships are responsible for establishing policies, supervising programs, overseeing state and federal funds, providing recommendations and advisement, and acting as a resource.
Transportation System Performance allows MDOT's regions and engineers to expand their knowledge on how Michigan freeways are operating over time and how they compare to each other. This information helps the department identify congested areas, when congestion occurs and how often, cause of delay, and more.
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The Local Agency Programs (LAP) Unit administers the local allocation of federal and state aid programs (Urban, Rural, Bridge, Enhancement, Economic Development, and Special Appropriations). This unit is responsible for the development of statewide processes for the implementation of all required state and federal regulations as it relates to local agencies.
FY 2023 Project Planning Guide
FY 2022 Project Planning Guide
Requesting a ProjectWise Folder
Federal Fund Buyout Guidance
Form 2926
Call for Exchanges
Federal Aid Buyout Program Guidelines
Federal Aid Buyout Received Exchange Requests
FY 2023 Federal Aid Buyout - Approved Exchanges
Ryan Doyle, P.E., Supervisor, 989-220-9447
Michele Zawerucha, Project Development Engineer, 517-335-0878
Urban Area Staff Engineer Contact Information
General Program Instructions
Instructions for Preparing to Bid Federal Aid Projects Through MDOT
Instructions for Construction of Federally Funded Local Agency projects by Non-Competitive Bid Contract (Force Account)
Bruce Kadzban, P.E., Supervisor, 517-335-2229
Monica Uribe, P.E., Project Development Engineer, 517-335-4522
Rural Area Staff Engineer Contact Information
General Program Instructions
Instructions for Preparing to Bid Federal Aid Projects Through MDOT
Instructions for Construction of Federally Funded Local Agency projects by Non-Competitive Bid Contract (Force Account)
Keith Cooper, P.E., Supervisor, 517-331-1395
Monica Uribe, P.E., Project Development Engineer, 517-335-4522
Bridge Area Staff Engineer Contact Information
Regional Bridge Councils Contact Information
Local Bridge Advisory Board Contact Information
General Program Instructions
Instructions for Preparing to Bid Federal Aid Projects Through MDOT
Instructions for Construction of Federally Funded Local Agency projects by Non-Competitive Bid Contract (Force Account)
Local Bridge Program Public Meeting Announcements
Public Notice of Local Bridge Advisory Board Meeting October 27, 2022
Public Notice of Bay Region Bridge Council Meeting for October 3, 2022
Public Notice of Grand Region Bridge Council Meeting for October 10, 2022
Public Notice of Metro Region Bridge Council Meeting for September 28, 2022
Public Notice of North Region Bridge Council Meeting for September 22, 2022
Public Notice of Southwest Region Bridge Council Meeting for October 5, 2022
Public Notice of Superior Region Bridge Council Meeting for September 23, 2022
Public Notice of University Region Bridge Council Meeting for October 12, 2022
Call for Projects
FY 2025 Local Bridge Applications Received
FY 2022 LAP Bridge Scoping Estimate Key
FY 2021 Selected Projects for FY 2024
FY 2022 LAP Bridge Scoping Cost Estimate Worksheet
FY 2025 Local Bridge Program Call For Applications - Due April 2022
FY 2025 Local Bridge Program - Call for Applications Submission Sheet
Secondary Route Bridge Design Plan Guides
Final Report Part 1
Final Report Part 2
Final Report Part 3
Secondary Route Bridge Design Plan Guides
MDOT Microstation Workspace Instructions
Asset Management
Asset Management Guide for Local Agency Bridges in Michigan
Asset Management Bridge Inventory Data and Maintenance Plan Spreadsheet
Additional Information
Bruce Kadzban, P.E., Supervisor, 517-335-2229
Monica Uribe, P.E., Project Development Engineer, 517-335-4522
Landon Johnson, P.E., Enhancement Engineer, 517-335-6779
TE Grant Applicant Roles/Responsibilities
Transportation Grant Programs
General Program Instructions
Instructions for Preparing to Bid Federal Aid Projects Through MDOT
Instructions for Construction of Federally Funded Local Agency projects by Non-Competitive Bid Contract (Force Account)
Letting
Ryan Doyle, P.E., Supervisor, 989-220-9447
Michele Zawerucha, Project Development Engineer, 517-335-0878
Heidi Spangler, Safety Engineer, 517-230-4605
Application Process
FY 2024 Local Safety Program Applications Received
FY 2024 Webinar Recording
FY 2024 Safety (HSIP and HRRR) Call Letter
FY 2024 Electronic Application Submittal Form
FY 2024 HSIP Streamlined Systemic Application
FY 2024 Time of Return (TOR) spreadsheet
Highway Safety Manual (HSM) Analysis Spreadsheet
Safety Project Submittal (Form 1627)
Selected Projects
2023 Streamlined Systemic HSIP Selection List
2023 HSIP Selection List
2023 HRRR Selection List
2022 Streamlined Systemic HSIP Selection List
2022 HSIP Selection List
2022 HRRR Selection List
Safety Reference Documents
Highway Safety Manual (HSM) Process
Road Safety Audit
MDOT Highway Safety
ATSSA/NACE Low Cost Local Road Safety Solutions
Incorporating Safety into Resurfacing and Restoration Projects
R1-6 Gateway Treatment
FY 2013 Before and After Crash Study
Common Safety Countermeasures for Local Agencies for Segments and Intersections
Common Safety Countermeasures for Local Agencies for Peds and Bikes
Living Snow Fence
MDOT’s Local Agency Program assists local agencies with preserving state and federal aid in a fair and consistent manner and serves as an information resource.
