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Work zone safety
Work zone safety
MDOT understands that traveling through work zones can be frustrating. We want you to know that we are working diligently to reduce the impacts that road work has on motorists while delivering smooth and safe roads and bridges.
It is important to remember that road and bridge construction can be dangerous work in unpredictable environments. To ensure the safety of road workers and road users - always slow down, follow all posted signs, and be alert. Work zone safety is everyone’s responsibility!
What you need to know about work zones
2026 National Work Zone Awareness Week
Safe Actions Save Lives
National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) is an annual spring campaign held at the start of construction season to educate road users and workers about the importance of work zone safety and encourage safe driving through highway work zones. The key message is for drivers to use extra caution in work zones.
Host state: Connecticut Department of Transportation
#NWZAW #Orange4Safety
Shaping the future of Michigan's roads
Major road and bridge projects can cause delays. For daily lane closures on state-owned I, M and US routes, visit Michigan.gov/Drive.