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.
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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Public participation is integral to efficient, effective and responsive transportation decisions. MDOT values and encourages public involvement throughout its planning processes, from start to finish. In fact, your thoughts and opinions play an important role in shaping Michigan's transportation future.
At MDOT, we want to ensure your voice is not only heard, but makes a difference in moving Michigan forward!
Monica Monsma
Public Involvement & Hearings Officer
425 W. Ottawa
P.O. Box 30050
Lansing, MI 48909
Phone: 517-335-4381
Fax: 517-335-5696
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is the overarching civil rights law that prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in any program, service or activity that receives federal assistance.
MDOT is opening a public comment period on a proposal to change the current non-radioactive hazardous materials (NRHM) route restrictions for the Ambassador Bridge in Detroit. T...
MDOT invites the public to participate in an online comment period for a proposed four- to three-lane conversion on M-43 (Grand River Avenue) in Williamston. Where: Onlin...
MDOT invites the public to discuss the upcoming project to improve a portion of M-71 (Washington Street) from East Main Street to Corunna Avenue in the city of Owosso in Shiawas...
MDOT is hosting an open house for the public to learn more about and provide input on a feasibility study for the I-75/M-102 (8 Mile Road) interchange in the cities of Detroit a...
The Five-Year Transportation Program (5YTP) is a state-required document that presents a high-level overview of planned investments in transportation programs and projects over a five-year period. The 5YTP covers all components of the transportation network for which MDOT is responsible, including highways, bridges, bus, rail, aviation, marine, and nonmotorized transportation.
The State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) is a federally mandated four-year planning document. The STIP lists road, bridge, and transit projects the state intends to fund with federal aid provided under the Federal Aid Transportation Program. The primary purpose the STIP is to provide information regarding the programs and projects to which state and local transportation agencies have committed resources over the next four years. It verifies that transportation revenues are available and sufficient to finance these improvements.
The State Long-Range Transportation Plan, is a 25-year plan for transforming Michigan's transportation system. MDOT has begun development of a new plan to replace the existing plan, known as the MI Transportation Plan. The plan is the first of its kind to incorporate not only an overall vision of the state's transportation system, but to include two additional federally required documents: the State Rail Plan and State Freight Plan. These documents combined will provide a streamlined vision of the transportation future in Michigan across all modes.
Project studies that analyze their potential to impact our human and natural environment.
Detroit, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is hosting a public open house to discuss the planned 2025 US-12 Detroit Mobility and Innovation Corridor proje...
Belleville, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is hosting a public open house to discuss the ongoing environmental study on a proposed connected and automa...
Detroit, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is hosting two public open houses on safety improvements on the Michigan Line, which carries Amtrak’s Det...
PONTIAC, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is developing plans to convert the Woodward Loop from a one-way direction to two-way traffic using the current ...
GAYLORD, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will have an open house to discuss plans to rebuild a 7.8-mile section of US-31 from Sullivan Road in Green Lak...
SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. and Ontario - The International Bridge Administration (IBA) is hosting three in-person public hearings to discuss proposed increases to toll rates on th...
