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Commuters

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MDOT helps keep Michigan motorists safe, informed and mobile by providing easy‑to‑use travel information services to support everyday commuting decisions.

Tourists

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.

Traffic and safety

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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.

Maps

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.

Bridges and crossings

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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.

Mobility

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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External Civil Rights

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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.

Title VI Nondiscrimination

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MDOT is committed to ensuring that projects, programs and services are performed without discrimination, under Title VI.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for Contractors

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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.

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Bridges and structures

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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.

Grant programs

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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.

Highway programs

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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.

Planning

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

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Research Administration supports and promotes innovative research that encourages safe, sustainable and cost-effective transportation solutions throughout Michigan.

Transportation System Management & Operations

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MDOT provides technologies and partnerships in order to make the transportation system safer and less congested.

Maintenance

Tribal Affairs

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MDOT has ongoing government-to-government communication with 12 federally recognized sovereign tribal governments whose lands are situated within Michigan.

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News releases

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News regarding MDOT's projects and programs.

Upcoming events

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A list of upcoming MDOT and transportation-related events.

Media relations

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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 outreach

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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

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Transportation Reality Check takes on transportation myths and misconceptions, and explains why MDOT does things the way they do.

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Design

Resources for the development of quality transportation project documents and services.

Construction

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Resources for specialized engineering and technical support for construction staff.

Contractors

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Resources for prequalification, bid letting, contract awards, and payments.

Vendor and consultant services

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Resources for consultant advisories, prequalification information, contracts, and proposals.

Local Government

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Resources for grant and economic development opportunities and project coordination.

Permits

Resources for permits issued by MDOT or related to state right of way.

Real Estate Services

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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.

Work Zone Mobility

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Resources for general work zone mobility guidelines for engineering and technical staff.

Truckers

Resources for rules, guidelines, restrictions, and permits to safely transport goods.

Maintenance

MDOT open data

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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.

Geographic Information System (GIS)

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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.

Technical training

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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.

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Internship Program

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The Internship Program offers undergraduate and graduate students interested in civil engineering and construction management careers, valuable experience by working with professional field staff.

Engineer Development Program

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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.

Veterans Internship Program

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The Veteran Internship Program assists honorably discharged veterans of the United States Armed Forces as they transition into the civilian workforce.

Transportation Career Pathways Program

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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.

STEM Outreach Program

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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

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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.

About MDOT

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Organization

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Mi Drive

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.

Regions

MDOT's seven region offices each handle transportation-related construction, maintenance and programs within the region's geographic boundaries.

Government Relations

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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

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Commissions and councils provide a public forum for policy development and implementation.

Policies

Policies are used to ensure and maximize the quality, objectivity, utility and integrity of the MDOT's work.

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Performance

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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.

Innovations

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Transportation innovations are transforming how people and goods move by advancing safety, efficiency and sustainable mobility solutions.

ACEC Partnership

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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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M-44/M-37 (E. Beltline Avenue) Bridge Replacement Project over I-96

An artist rendering of the new M-44/M-37 (E. Beltline Avenue) bridge.

M-44/M-37 (E. Beltline Avenue) Bridge Replacement Project over I-96

About this project

In partnership with the City of Grand Rapids, MDOT is investing approximately $30 million to replace the original East Beltline Avenue bridge over I-96.

The project also includes building a nonmotorized path across the bridge and bridge improvements over the Grand Rapids Eastern Railroad crossing just south of I-96.

Project details

Schedule

Preliminary work: Fall 2026

Construction: April - November 2027

Location

Grand Rapids, Kent County

Cost

$30 million

Benefits

Improved traffic flow
Increased safety
Extended service life of the corridor
New pedestrian connections to more nonmotorized systems in Grand Rapids Township and the city of Grand Rapids
Support 254 jobs (directly and indirectly)

Traffic impacts

E. Beltline Ave. will be closed over I-96, with the exit ramps remaining open for most of the project.
The southbound E. Beltline Ave. entrance ramp to westbound I-96 will also remain open; however, the entrance ramp to eastbound I-96 will be closed and the entrance ramp to westbound I-96 from northbound E. Beltline Ave. will be closed.
Lane closures will be in effect on E. Beltline Ave. leading up to the bridge closure.
Short-term total closures will be in place on I-96 over weekends for bridge demolition and setting bridge beams.

Detour maps and information

A detour map showing the eastbound I-196 traffic detour exiting at Fuller Ave. and heading north to eastbound Leonard St. for northbound East Beltline Ave.

A detour map showing eastbound I-96 traffic exiting at Leonard St. and then heading east to E. Beltline Ave.

A detour map showing the westbound traffic on I-96 exiting at Fuller Ave. and heading east on I-196 to southbound E. Beltline Ave.

A detour map showing northbound traffic on E. Beltline Ave. heading east on Cascade Rd. and taking westbound I-96 northbound E. Beltline Ave.

A detour map showing southbound E. Beltline Ave. traffic heading west on Leonard St and east on I-96 to southbound E. Beltline Ave.

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Grand Rapids TSC, 616-464-1800