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.
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.
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Resources for grant and economic development opportunities and project coordination.
Resources for local governmental agencies that regularly require access to state right of way.
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Resources for general work zone mobility guidelines for engineering and technical staff.
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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.
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 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.
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MDOT's seven region offices each handle transportation-related construction, maintenance and programs within the region's geographic boundaries.
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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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March 19, 2025
IONIA COUNTY, Mich. - Shoulder closures are already in effect as the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) continues to rebuild 8 miles of I-96 between Bliss Road and Sunfield Road. Improvements to the Jordan Lake Road bridge over I-96 were completed last year. This year's work includes rebuilding westbound I-96, along with drainage improvements, new culverts, new guardrail, and new concrete curb and gutter. Eastbound I-96 will be rebuilt next year.
The majority of the funding for this project is made possible by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's Rebuilding Michigan program to rebuild the state highways and bridges that are critical to the state's economy and carry the most traffic. The investment strategy is aimed at fixes that result in longer useful lives and improves the condition of the state's infrastructure.
County:
Ionia
Highway:
I-96
Closest city:
Portland
Original project start date:
Monday, June 24, 2024
Estimated end date:
November 2026
Traffic restrictions:
Lane closures, traffic shifts and ramp closures will be in effect throughout the project.
Westbound I-96 traffic will be crossed over to the eastbound side as westbound I-96 is rebuilt, and a movable barrier wall will be in operation for traffic control. Eastbound I-96 will have two lanes open with one westbound lane open from approximately 11 p.m. Saturday night to 11 a.m. Friday morning. Westbound I-96 will have two lanes open with one lane open on eastbound I-96 from Friday morning through Saturday night.
Ramp closures will be in place on westbound I-96 at M-66 and Jordan Lake Road. The eastbound I-96 ramps will remain open.
Jobs numbers:
Based on economic modeling, this $105 investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 1,271 jobs.
Safety benefit:
This long-term investment will increase safety, improve the ride quality, and extend the service life of I-96 and associated bridges.
Media Contact:
KENTWOOD, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is hosting a public meeting next week to discuss this year’s $12 million investment to rebuild M-37 (Broadmoor Avenue) from north of 44th Street to north of 60th Street in the city of Kentwood.
LANSING, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has issued a permit to METC for utility work on US-127 in Blackman Township.
NEWBERRY, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing about $5 million to repair the second of two M-48 overpasses over I-75 in Chippewa County.
NEWAYGO, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and contractor Anlaan Corp. will be making improvements to the M-37 bridge over the Muskegon River.
ST. IGNACE, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing about $9 million to rebuild overpasses, including deck replacement, bearing replacement, substructure repairs, beam end repairs, steel cleaning and coating, and approach work on I-75 at Cheeseman Road in the city of St. Ignace, Mackinac County.
GAYLORD, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will be upgrading lighting in the Hartwick Pines Rest Area on southbound I-75 in Crawford County.
LANSING, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will have intermittent closures in each direction of Summit Street from Temperance Road to Substation Road for bridge beam setting at the railroad tracks daily from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich. - The I-96 Flex Route along I-96 in Oakland County from Kent Lake Road to the I-275/I-696/M-5 interchange will be available starting Wednesday, March 19, increasing road safety and efficiency.
VILLAGE OF CLARKSTON, Mich. - Bridge and road work along I-75 in northern Oakland County continues as part of $160 million project to resurface and repair I-75 from M-15 (Ortonville Road) to the Oakland/Genesee county line.
