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.
Resources for transforming data into information, and information into knowledge.
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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As part of its Stormwater Management Program, MDOT has developed outreach materials. These materials emphasize how daily household and construction activities affect stormwater and are designed to be used by the general public, homeowners, children and construction site operators.
For more information, e-mail MDOT-Stormwater@Michigan.gov.
Rain gardens are an attractive green solution to reduce stormwater pollution and improve overall water quality. Stormwater becomes polluted when it runs over pavement and comes into contact with automotive fluids, sediment, trash, pet waste, etc. Ordinarily, this stormwater runoff flows directly to rivers, lakes and streams without treatment. By directing it to a rain garden with native plantings, pollutants can be absorbed by the deep roots instead of going directly to our rivers, lakes and streams.
Anyone can install a rain garden to help improve water quality and drainage. Homeowners, building owners, cities, and state agencies like MDOT have made the decision to construct rain gardens, whether they are simple depressed planting beds or are engineered with underdrains.
Car Care and Your Water: What's the Connection?
Emerging Technologies in Winter Road Maintenance
Hazardous Waste in Your Home
How Concrete Producers Can Protect Waterbodies
Is Your Home Improvement Project Water Friendly
Local Input Welcome on MDOT Post Construction BMPs
Illicit Discharge Elimination Program
Pollution Prevention on Construction Sites
Smart Care for Your Lawn and Garden
Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Program
Together Better Roads Cleaner Streams
What is Stormwater Runoff?
Winter Road Maintenance
Illicit Discharge Elimination Program (IDEP) Brochure
Illicit Discharge Elimination Program (IDEP) Display
Together...Better Roads, Cleaner Streams Brochure
Together...Better Roads, Cleaner Streams Brochure for Kids
Construction Site Soil Erosion Pollution Prevention Pocket Guide
Soil Erosion & Sedimentation Control Pocket Guide
Soil Erosion & Sedimentation Control Poster
Stormwater Display
Stormwater Display for Kids
Litter Bag
Post construction BMPs are land management practices designed to minimize, treat, and control runoff before entering our rivers, lakes and wetland to improve water quality after a project is complete. MDOT utilizes both structural and operational BMPs to protect receiving waters during construction and post-project. Information on construction stormwater BMPs can be found in the Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Manual and the Drainage Manual.
Structural Post Construction Best Management Practices (PC-BMP) can be a physical device or a more natural approach to treat the runoff leaving the MDOT system. Both types are designed to trap or filter pollutants from runoff, or reduce runoff velocities and remain in place permanently. Structural PC-BMP examples include:
An Operational Best Management Practice (BMP) uses preventative actions that involve operational planning and source controls. Operational BMP examples include:
