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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The Office of Passenger Transportation administers MDOT's passenger transportation programs and ensures federal/state-funded agencies are consistent with Federal Transit Administration guidance and MDOT requirements.
Kevin Wassom, Compliance Specialist for Michigan Public Transit Agencies Regulated by FTA
517-230-5949
Commercial truck and passenger for-hire transportation service providers should contact the Michigan Field Office for Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration for questions regulated by FMCSA at 517-853-5990.
Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990) provide that no entity shall discriminate against an individual with a disability in connection with the provision of a transportation service. The law sets forth specific requirements for vehicles and facilities accessibility and the provision of service.
FTA grantees are prohibited from using federally funded equipment and vehicles to provide charter service. All formal charter complaints must be filed with the Federal Transit Administration as described in the federal regulations.
Cost allocation is the assigning of costs that jointly benefit two or more cost objectives (indirect costs). A cost objective is any activity or item for which you want to separately measure costs.
Agencies must maintain satisfactory and continuous control over federally funded facilities and equipment and ensure they are used properly in transit service.
MDOT and its subrecipients are prohibited from providing exclusive school bus service unless the service qualifies and is approved by the FTA Administrator under an allowable exemption. Federally funded equipment or vehicles cannot be used to provide exclusive school bus service. School tripper service that operates and looks like all other regular service is allowed. FTA defines tripper service as regularly scheduled transit service that is open to the public and that is designed or modified to accommodate the needs of school students and personnel, using various fare collection and subsidy systems.
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in programs and activities receiving Federal financial assistance. Specifically, Title VI provides that “no person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color, or national origin. Be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. (42 U.S.C. §2000d). FTA requires that Title VI plans be updated every three years, and agencies must submit their next update in 2020.
Transit agencies are required by contract to maintain vehicles throughout their useful life. This maintenance must conform to at least the manufacturer’s minimum recommended service levels.
Agencies are required to submit a written vehicle maintenance plan to MDOT OPT for review and approval. Any subsequent additions or changes must also be approved before they become effective.
The OPT compliance analyst will conduct an onsite review of each transit agency’s vehicle maintenance program on at least a triennial basis. The review consists of a random sampling (20 percent of the fleet or a maximum of 10 vehicles) of vehicle maintenance records for compliance with the approved plan. Maintenance reviews are usually scheduled and completed in conjunction with the triennial FTA compliance review.
