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North Region

M-119 Tunnel of Trees area in Emmet County, North Region.
Department of Transportation

North Region

About North Region

The North Region is responsible for the maintenance and repair of 4,344 lane miles of state highways and freeways in the northern 21 counties of the Lower Peninsula. In addition to the region office, North Region has three transportation service centers, three operations facilities, two testing labs, a region sign shop and one welcome center.

Regions and TSCs work with local governments, elected officials, stakeholders and residents to ensure positive transportation decisions that keep people and goods moving safely, efficiently and reliably through the region.

Counties: Alcona, Alpena, Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Iosco, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Manistee, Missaukee, Montmorency, Oscoda, Ogemaw, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon and Wexford

A map of MDOT's seven regions with North Region highlighted in blue.

Region projects and studies

Learn about major projects and studies in North Region.

Region travel resources

  • Check Mi Drive for current lane closures

  • Carpool lots

  • Welcome Centers and rest areas

  • Roadside parks and scenic views

Region news

Scott Thayer, P.E.
Region Engineer

1088 M-32 East
Gaylord, MI 49735
 

989-731-5090
888-304-MDOT (6368)
Fax: 989-732-3898

Kevin Schaedig
TSC Manager

1540 Airport Rd.
Alpena, MI 49707
 

989-356-2231
Fax: 989-354-4142

Jason Gailitis
TSC Manager

1088 M-32 East
Gaylord, MI 49735
 

989-731-5090
Fax: 989-732-3898

Dan Wagner
TSC Manager

2084 US-31 South, Ste B
Traverse City, MI 49685
 

231-941-1986
Fax: 231-941-1512

MDOT North Region Communications Representative James Lake

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