MDOT helps keep Michigan motorists safe, informed and mobile by providing easy‑to‑use travel information services to support everyday commuting 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.
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.
The Real Estate Services Section of MDOT’s Development Services Division is responsible for establishing and maintaining statewide 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.
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.
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.
Mi Drive (Michigan.gov/Drive) is MDOT’s construction and traffic information website that helps Michigan travelers plan routes by displaying road construction, speeds, cameras, incidents, snowplow/maintenance vehicles and truck parking.
MDOT's seven region offices each handle transportation-related construction, maintenance and programs within the region's geographic boundaries.
The Office of Policy and Government Relations 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 are used to ensure and maximize the quality, objectivity, utility and integrity of the MDOT's work.
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.
Transportation innovations are transforming how people and goods move by advancing safety, efficiency and sustainable mobility solutions.
MDOT and the American Council of Engineering Companies of Michigan (ACEC/MI) have entered into a Partnership Charter Agreement to continue to develop an enhanced business partnership based on mutual trust, collaborative teamwork, effective communication, continuous product and process improvement, and timely resolution/avoidance of problems.
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November 06, 2026
Fast facts:
LANSING, Mich. - During their Nov. 5 meeting, the State Transportation Commission (STC) approved a resolution supporting federal legislation that would recognize state, local and tribal government snowplows as emergency vehicles and exempt them from the U.S. Clean Air Act.
Michigan’s winter months are quickly approaching and across the state, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and local road agencies are completing final inspections of winter maintenance fleets and receiving early shipments of road salt.
Road crews provide a critical service during winter storm events, making their efficiency an essential component of storm response to ensure roads remain as safe as possible for all drivers.
In May, U.S. Rep. Jack Bergman (MI-01) introduced H.R. 8782. The Protecting Lifesaving Operations during Winter Storms Act, or PLOWS Act, would exempt snowplows used by state and local government agencies from federal diesel emission regulations in recognition of their public safety mission. The County Road Association of Michigan (CRA) had previously escalated the concern, after noting the impacts of emission regulation devices that are included on newer snowplows.
“If an emergency vehicle is trying to get to somebody in a blizzard but cannot because the snowplow is not operating, that’s a problem,” said STC Commissioner John Peracchio. “It elevates the status of the snowplow as an emergency vehicle in terms of the exemption.”
The STC unanimously approved the resolution supporting H.R. 8782, which currently awaits further review by the U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Media Contact:
Jocelyn Garza
Deputy Director of Public Affairs for the Office of Communications
989-245-7117
MT. PLEASANT, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is finishing work on the first year of the $27 million improvement project on M-20 and US-10 Business Route (BR) in the city of Midland.
IRONWOOD, Mich. – A planned power outage will affect traffic signals at the Douglas Boulevard/US-2 intersection in Ironwood beginning at 9 a.m. Central Time Tuesday, Nov. 10.
LANSING, Mich. - Today, the State Transportation Commission (STC) approved the final version of the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) 2027-2031 Five-Year Transportation Program (5YTP) for posting on the MDOT website and transmission to the Michigan Legislature, state budget director, and the House and Senate fiscal agencies by March 1, 2027, as required under state statute.
LANSING, Mich. - Students from schools across Michigan unveiled their imaginative and colorful artwork as part of the Michigan Department of Transportation's (MDOT) annual Paint the Plow project.
WAKEFIELD, Mich. - Crews from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and the City of Wakefield will be removing overhead beacons at the US-2/Putnam Street intersection in Wakefield on Thursday, Nov. 12.
DETROIT, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) invites the public to join the conversation about the future of Detroit's 375 corridor at the 14th community meeting for planned improvements.
MARSHALL, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is closing the I-94 Business Loop (BL) entrance ramp to eastbound I-94 in Kalamazoo from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, for repaving.
GAYLORD, Mich. - After analysis by engineers and geotechnical experts, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has determined that an erosion prevention repair completed on M-119 at Devil’s Elbow is sufficient to safely reopen the roadway there.
ALPENA, Mich. - Lake State Railway Co. will be rebuilding the railroad crossing on US-23 just south of Piper Road near Ossineke.
