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.
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.
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.
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 and procedure development and execution to ensure all bridges and structures are designed, constructed, maintained, and operated to ensure safety of the traveling public.
The Bureau of Transportation Planning's role is to develop and implement a comprehensive transportation planning process which results in investments that are consistent with the financial, social, and economic policies of the State Transportation Commission. Major responsibilities include: strategic planning and policy development, multimodal planning, program management, maintaining federal aid eligibility, stewardship, planning for security and mobility, economic development, strategic information technology and tools, asset management, and operations-oriented process support.
MDOT provides technologies and partnerships to traditional practices in order to make the transportation system safer and less congested.
Access Management• Adopt-a-Highway• Aesthetic Opportunities • Pure Michigan Byways• Intelligent Transportation Systems• Noise Abatement• Roadside Development• Storm Water Management
MDOT provides funding for competitive grant programs and loan programs primarily, but not exclusively, for state and local road agencies.
MDOT's Research Administration Supports and promotes innovative research and encourages its implementation for safe, sustainable and cost-effective transportation solutions that keep Michigan moving.
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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 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.
GIS, Geographic Information System
Resources for local governments regarding grant & economic development opportunities, project coordination, and state and federal requirements.
The MDOT Permit Gateway (MPG) is the portal for ordering and renewing permits. For technical issues related to MPG passwords and login assistance, call 844-806-0002.
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.
Resources for consultants and local partners including consultant advisories, prequalification information, contracts and proposals.
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 Transportation and Civil Engineering (TRAC) Program was created by the American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO) to generate interest in transportation careers among middle and high school students. TRAC is designed to address two related needs: recruiting the best students for transportation and engineering careers, and creating greater diversity among the workforce.
TRAC is a free program that provides teacher with curriculum-enhancing, hands-on tools for their math, science, and social science classes. Teacher participation in the TRAC Program allows their students to share in two additional programs: the TRAC Pipeline discussed below, and the TRAC Michigan Design and Build Bridge contest.
The TRAC Pipeline Internship Program is an extension of the TRAC Program and is designed to provide opportunities for 12th grade students. During the summer, these students work with MDOT civil engineers and learn more about the rewards and challenges of a career in civil engineering. MDOT has worked diligently to recruit promising students, from around the state, to apply for this prestigious internship. MDOT is doing its part to make certain the TRAC Pipeline Internship Program continuously adds new faces to the field of civil engineering. This program now boasts 25 statewide paid interns. Many of the student interns return to MDOT as college co-op students.
Julie VanPortfliet
906-786-1830 ext. 317
Lisa Whaley
517-342-4776
TRAC Statewide Coordinator
425 W. Ottawa
Lansing, MI 48909
The online application will be available April 2022.
All applications and supporting documentation must be submitted by May 2022.
