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.
A vibrant and sustainable multimodal transportation system is vital to Michigan's future economic viability and competitiveness. From aviation to public transportation, rail, freight, and marine, MDOT is involved in all modes of transportation.
MDOT's Office of Business Development (OBD) manages external civil rights programs, such as the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program, the On-the-Job Training Program, and the Small Business Program, and ensures compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, equal opportunity requirements for contractors, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
MDOT is committed to ensuring that projects, programs and services are performed without discrimination, under Title VI.
Contractors and vendors who work on federally assisted projects are required to establish and carry out policies to assure that applicants are employed and that employees are treated during employment without regard to their race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, national origin, age, or disability.
Resources for minorities, women, and other socially/economically disadvantaged persons.
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.
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.
Open data refers to data that has been officially classified as public that can be made freely available for everyone to use without credentials or restrictions. MDOT promotes transparency, innovation and informed decision-making by providing datasets classified as public freely available to everyone.
MDOT's goal is to support the implementation and use of GIS software and hardware through innovative solutions that solve spatial problems and support more informed decisions about Michigan's transportation infrastructure.
The technical training (TT) course schedule lists the various technical training courses offered through the Office of Organizational Development during the construction off-season months for the local agencies and consultants.
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 MDOT Transportation Career Pathways Program is committed to helping you build a fulfilling and rewarding career in the transportation industry, even if you're not entirely sure where to start.
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.
Governmental Affairs represents MDOT's interests as new or amendatory legislation is developed or moving through the legislative process.
Commissions and councils provide a public forum for policy development and implementation.
Policies help the department implement its mission of serving and connecting people, communities, and the economy through transportation.
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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September 27, 2022
KALAMAZOO, Mich. - Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, State Transportation Director Paul C. Ajegba, and many others celebrated the completion of US-31 yesterday at an event in Benton Township, Berrien County. The highway, which was started in 1972, finally will connect between Napier Avenue and I-94 after work was halted in 2004. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has posted a video news release of the event on its YouTube channel.
"This project will save Michiganders time and money while keeping them safer on the roads," Gov. Whitmer said.
"I want to thank the MDOT people who worked so hard," Rep. Upton said. "But I also want to thank our governor because if Michigan moves forward, it’s because we have an infrastructure that it will allow us to do it."
The $121.5 million project to complete about 2 miles of new US-31 highway, rebuild 3.5 miles of I-94, and rebuild two freeway interchanges is expected to be open to traffic in the coming weeks as several coordinated projects are completed.
Funding for the project included $94 million from the governor's Rebuilding Michigan program, and $20 million in federal funding secured by Rep. Upton in the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
Construction of US-31 started in 1972, and the first segment opened in 1979, between US-12 and the Michigan/Indiana state line. The current project will connect US-31 to I-94 north of Napier Avenue, the final segment remaining after work was halted in 2004. More information on the history of this project and the obstacles that had to be overcome is available on the project website.
"I never thought that I would ever see this day where it would be built," said Berrien County Commissioner Jim Martin. "You wait for 20 years, and nothing happens, and then all of a sudden, in two years, you see this, and it’s just great."
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HOUGHTON, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will be conducting electrical work on the Portage Lake Lift Bridge between Houghton and Hancock next week, requiring bridge lifts.
LANSING, Mich. - Michigan's electric vehicle (EV) drivers have a new fast charging station to support their travels across the state's capital.
LANSING, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has issued a permit to Zayo for utility work on I-496 in each direction between Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Cedar Street in Lansing.
SAGINAW, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) invites the public to attend a meeting to discuss a proposed road diet to reduce M-29 from four lanes to three from Chartier Avenue to the Belle River bridge in Marine City, St. Clair County.
WAKEFIELD, Mich. - Motorists should expect delays at the US-2/M-28 (Sunday Lake Street) intersection in Wakefield, Gogebic County, as the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) removes the existing traffic signal at the intersection.
LANSING, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is closing all ramps to southbound US-127 from M-43 to Trowbridge Road on Tuesday for pavement markings and barrier wall removal to prepare for the reopening of southbound US-127.
MONROE, Mich. - U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg toured the I-75 bridge over the River Raisin today in Monroe County, joined by Monroe City Mayor Robert Clark and Ryan Doom of Operating Engineers 324.
Davison, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is preparing to begin the next stage of work on a $141 million investment to rebuild more than 3 miles of I-475 from the Flint River to Carpenter Road in Flint.
DAVISON, Mich. - Due to recent snowfall, the ramp closures for lighting improvements along the southbound and northbound I-475 exit ramps to eastbound I-69 have been rescheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 11.
LANSING, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will have intermittent closures of the eastbound I-496 ramp to soutbound US-127 on Thursday and Friday for pavement markings and barrier wall removal to prepare for the opening of southbound US-127.
