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.
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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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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.
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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.
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August 26, 2026
HOUGHTON, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and the City of Houghton are investing about $416,000 in improvements on southbound US-41 (Montezuma Avenue), Bridge Street and Quincy Street to support the future Portage Lake Lift Bridge project. A left-turn lane will be built on Montezuma Avenue, and Bridge and Quincy streets will be repaved. A temporary signal is planned to be installed later at the Quincy Street/northbound US-41 (Shelden Avenue) intersection prior to the start of the bridge work. Once the signal is installed, traffic will be routed from Montezuma Avenue to Shelden Avenue via Bridge and Quincy streets to help with congestion during various phases of the lift bridge project.
County:
Houghton
Highway:
US-41 (Montezuma Avenue)
Closest community:
Houghton
Tentative start date:
Monday, Sept. 8, 2026
Estimated end date:
Friday, Oct. 2, 2026
Traffic restrictions:
Motorists should expect lane shifts and a single-lane closure on Montezuma Avenue. Quincy Street is planned to be closed from US-41/Shelden Avenue to the parking decks from Monday, Sept. 21, through Wednesday, Sept. 23. Bridge Street will be closed from the parking decks to Montezuma Avenue for the duration of the project. All dates are weather dependent.
Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support four jobs.
Safety benefit:
This work will reduce congestion during the upcoming bridge project and create a safer driving environment.
Media Contact:
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 Aug. 28 in St. Ignace.
SAGINAW, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing approximately $300,000 to resurface 1.5 miles of M-71 from Shiawassee Street to Dutcher Street in Corunna, Shiawassee County.
SAGINAW, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing approximately $3.7 million to resurface about 12.5 miles of M-46 from Croswell Road to the west village limit of Merrill in Gratiot and Saginaw counties.
SAGINAW, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing approximately $396,000 to resurface 1.5 miles of M-19 from the northern city limit of Yale to Fisher Road in St. Clair County.
SAGINAW, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing approximately $177,668 to resurface a half-mile of M-19 from Boardman Road to the northern city limit of Memphis, St. Clair County.
HOUGHTON, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is preparing for an extensive, multi-year repair and upgrade project on the Portage Lake Lift Bridge between Houghton and Hancock.
DETROIT, Mich. - Weather permitting, crews will start detailed bridge inspections during off-peak hours along I-375 in downtown Detroit on Monday, Aug. 24. Work will begin daily at 9 a.m. and end by 3 p.m. to avoid rush hour traffic.
COLDWATER, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and contractor C&D Hughes, Inc. will be repairing concrete pavement on US-12 at the I-69 interchange from Michigan Avenue to Willowbrook Road.
SAGINAW, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing approximately $250,000 to perform drainage improvements on M-142 from Zeigler Street to Drettmann Drive (Mullen Street) in the village of Elkton in Huron County.
