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, MDOT 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.
Transportation Reality Check takes on transportation myths and misconceptions, 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.
Resources for prequalification, bid letting, contract awards, and payments.
Resources for consultant advisories, prequalification information, contracts, and proposals.
Resources for grant and economic development opportunities and project coordination.
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 general work zone mobility guidelines for engineering and technical staff.
Resources for rules, guidelines, restrictions, and permits to safely transport goods.
Resources for transforming data into information, and information into knowledge.
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.
YDMP provides participants with opportunities to pursue higher education, personal growth, and exposure to transportation careers.
MDOT's Engineer Development Program (EDP) is a rotational program that provides new engineers experience in multiple work areas while being assigned a senior-level mentor.
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.
At MDOT, we are here to help. If you can't find what you are looking for in our popular topics, frequently asked questions or website search, give us a call at 517-241-2400 or fill out our contact form.
MDOT's seven region offices each handle transportation-related construction, maintenance and programs within the region's geographic boundaries.
MDOT's Office of Governmental Affairs represents the department's interests as new or amendatory legislation is developed or moving through the legislative process.
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.
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COUNTIES:
Eaton
Ingham
HIGHWAY:
I-496
CLOSEST CITY:
Lansing
EASTBOUND ESTIMATED REOPEN DATE:
Monday, July 20, 2020
ESTIMATED WESTBOUND START DATE:
7 a.m.
Thursday, July 23, 2020
OVERALL ESTIMATED COMPLETION DATE:
Mid-November 2020
PROJECT:
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing approximately $60 million to improve I-496 between I-96 and Lansing Road. The eastbound portion of the I-496 Pave the Way project will reopen to traffic on Monday, July 20. The westbound lanes will close for construction on Thursday, July 23.
For more information about the project, go to www.Michigan.gov/496Lansing.
TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS:
Eastbound I-496 will be open to traffic along with the associated ramps at Creyts Road.
Westbound I-496 will be closed and detoured from Lansing Road to I-96, including the ramps at I-96, Creyts Road, and Waverly Road.
The westbound I-96 ramp to eastbound I-496 will remain closed until the week of July 27.
Drivers are encouraged to follow the posted detour. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes.
SAFETY BENEFITS:
These improvements will provide increased safety and mobility in this area of the I-496, which is a significant local and national trade corridor.
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The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will be activating the traffic signal at the M-43 (Saginaw Highway)/Jenison Avenue intersection in Lansing on Wednesday.
As part of a traffic shift beginning Monday for the US-23 Flex Route project in the Brighton area, the following closures will occur Monday, Dec. 11
Here's a fun opportunity for children between the ages of 6 and 17 to combine art and aviation in the International Aviation Art Contest 2024, sponsored by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI).
Due to the weather, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will extend lane closures on westbound I-94 from M-99 to M-60 in Jackson County for concrete barrier work through Saturday.
As a part of the Michigan Department of Transportation's (MDOT) commitment to improving safety and the quality of Michigan's transportation system, MDOT has announced the recipients of the annual Local Grade Crossing Surface Program.
As a new year approaches, it's time to turn the page on 2023. For frequent travelers at two Michigan-Ontario crossings, it also will be time to switch to a new toll system.
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will be adding left-turn signals at the US-31/Silver Lake Road (County Road 633) intersection in Grawn next week.
The Mackinac Straits Corridor Authority (MSCA), tasked with overseeing building and operating a utility tunnel beneath the Straits of Mackinac, will meet Dec. 7 in Detroit. A copy of the full agenda is available at the MSCA website.
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will extend lane closures on westbound I-94 from M-99 to M-60 in Jackson County for concrete barrier work through Saturday.
Work on the roundabout at the intersection of US-41/M-28 and Lakeshore Drive in Ishpeming will be suspended for the season beginning Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 5. At that time, all lanes on US-41/M-28 will be reopened to traffic for the winter.
