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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.
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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.
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Resources for the development of quality transportation project documents and services.
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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.
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 Veteran Internship Program assists honorably discharged veterans of the United States Armed Forces as they transition into the civilian workforce.
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.
The STEM Outreach Program 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.
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.
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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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June 03, 2026
SAGINAW, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will invest approximately $300,000 to resurfacing and patch a portion of eastbound US-10 near US-10 Business Route (BR) at the Bay/Midland county line.
County:
Midland
Highways:
US-10
US-10 BR
Closest communities:
Midland
Bay
Start date:
Monday, June 15, 2026
End date:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Traffic Restrictions:
Patching will be done on eastbound US-10 between the Patrick Road bridge and the westbound US-10 BR bridge June 15 -23. Single-lane closures will be in place on eastbound US-10 for patching.
Resurfacing will take place on eastbound US-10 from the railroad bridge near the US-10/US-10 BR split east toward Bay City Road June 20-21. At this time, eastbound US-10 BR will be closed and detoured via James Savage Drive, Rockwell Drive and Bay City Road.
Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support two jobs.
Safety Benefit:
This project will increase safety for motorists and extend the lifespan of the roadway.
Media Contact:
SAGINAW, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will close the White Rock Roadside Park in Huron County along M-25 Monday, June 8, through Monday, June 15, for resurfacing.
HASTINGS, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing approximately $800,000 to chip seal 6 miles of M-43 from the Hastings north city limit to Usborne Road.
SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing about $2.9 million for shoulder widening on M-28 from M-221 to I-75.
LANSING, Mich. - The Mackinac Straits Corridor Authority (MSCA), tasked with overseeing construction, maintenance and operation of a utility tunnel beneath the Straits of Mackinac, will meet June 12 in St. Ignace.
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. - Crews are expected to finish the Michigan Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) US-31/Three Mile Road intersection project in East Bay Township as early as Thursday, several weeks ahead of schedule.
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will invest $141,000 to resurface a portion US-31 (Main Street) through the business district of Honor, from Ely Road to Leelanau Street.
MARSHALL, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and contractor Lakeland Asphalt Corp. have begun resurfacing 1.3 miles of I-94 Business Loop (BL) (Michigan Avenue and Main Street) between Dickman Road and the Amtrak railroad.
HOUGHTON, Mich. - Crews from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will be performing routine bridge inspections on structures in the Upper Peninsula from June 5 to 11.
LANSING, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will begin improvements on M-78 (Capital Avenue/Main Street) from Sharkey Street to the Battle Creek River in the village of Bellevue on Monday, June 8.
