Traffic Regulator Update

After years of work, MDOT, in conjunction with Industry, has posted an updated Traffic Regulating Instruction Manual. The system operations advisory instructs all traffic regulators and supervisors to read the manual. The Standard Specification is being developed....

MDOT Extended Transportation Permit – Nighttime Movements

As a result of MDOT’s recent mobility policy, there has been more night work.  This promotes mobility for the motoring public during the daytime but presents a new set of problems for the movement of construction equipment during the nighttime.  A major obstacle for...

Economic Stimulus Projects – An Update

With the Michigan legislature’s approval of the supplemental appropriations, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) can begin spending over $1billion in federal stimulus dollars made available by...

MDOT, MDEQ Announce $1 Billion in Stimulus Projects

The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) recently announced almost $1 billion in projects for roads, bridges, sewer, and water systems to be funded under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act...

MDOT Moves to Revised Prompt Payment Provision

Starting with projects let in the January 2009 letting, MDOT will incorporate a revised Special Provision for Prompt Payment in all project proposals. MITA worked with MDOT in developing this new special provision which revises some requirements of the previous prompt...