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.
The Michigan Innovative Financing Asset Scan for Transportation (MI-FAST) is an exploratory study that will analyze lifecycle costs of needed Michigan transportation projects and estimate the benefits of new revenue to accelerate those projects.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 help the department implement its mission of serving and connecting people, communities, and the economy through transportation.
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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Advanced air mobility (AAM) is an innovative concept that aims to transform transportation by integrating new, highly automated aircraft into existing airspace. These aircraft are designed to move people and cargo between places previously underserved by traditional transportation methods. AAM envisions a future where air travel is more accessible, efficient, and sustainable, offering a potential solution to traffic congestion and environmental concerns.
To facilitate the advancement of emerging aviation technologies in Michigan, the Office of Aeronautics is promoting safe and efficient standards for new aviation facilities, advocating for policy changes to streamline operations, and serving as an educational leader in the AAM space. Our goal is to create sustainability within our communities by encouraging emerging technologies to benefit all citizens, promote mobility, and spur economic growth.
The AAM Activation Fund aims to create a centralized pipeline of projects that have the potential to validate technical and economic feasibility of key AAM use cases, generate critical data that can be used to inform policy making, and accelerate AAM readiness and growth in Michigan.
More informationThese projects are helping Michigan achieve our AAM goals.
Explore Round 1 AAM Activation Fund projects.
CVS will integrate Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) to address critical challenges in healthcare and emergency services within the community of Troy, Michigan. This project will enable rapid, middle-mile and last-mile delivery of time-sensitive medication, such as specialty infusions, and biologics, delivering directly from specialty pharmacy to retail pharmacy locations. Additionally, drones will be equipped with life-saving tools, including automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and Narcan kits to respond to critical emergencies in under 4 minutes.
Jack Demmer Automotive Group, in partnership with Airspace Link, Blueflite, Centrepolis Accelerator, and DroneUp, will develop SkyParts Network, specializing in drone infrastructure for automotive logistics, focusing on-demand delivery of car parts using drones. The transportation route will deliver from distribution centers to Jack Demmer Ford dealership locations in Metro Detroit, with future project expanding to deliver directly to vehicles in need of roadside assistance.
University of Michigan is establishing M-Air, an initiative that will create a BVLOS UAS corridor interconnecting the University of Michigan with the Advanced Aerial Innovation Region (AAIR) at Michigan Central. The new infrastructure will include an open-source digital twin, live air traffic integration, and data engines to monitor and execute multiple use-cases focusing on uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), urban air mobility (UAM), and advanced air mobility (AAM).
Continuation from the previous AAM Activation Fund, Traverse Connect will collaborate with Munson Healthcare, blueflite, DroneUp, and Central Michigan University’s Rural Health Equity Institute to integrate drone logistics into northern Michigan’s regional healthcare operations. The drone operation will focus on medical cargo deliveries between three Munson Healthcare facilities, beginning with Visual-Line-of-Sight test flights and progressing towards Beyond-Visual-Line-of-Sight.
