by Fix MI State | Apr 29, 2021 | Uncategorized
In 2020, preliminary work zone crash information shows that there were 15 fatalities in Michigan work zones. LANSING, Mich. (MDOT/WLUC) – Fall 2020 was a time of tragedy for Michigan’s road and bridge workers. In a matter of three months, five road workers had...
by Fix MI State | Apr 9, 2021 | Roads & Bridges
LANSING, Mich. – Remember Michigan’s roads and bridges? They’re famous for their degradation and poor investment that has become a staple of driving in the state known for automobile manufacturing. They were also a primary campaign promise of the...
by Fix MI State | Apr 9, 2021 | Roads & Bridges
Smith’s Bridge, spanning 447 feet across Smith Bayou, connects residents in the small city of Ferrysburg, Michigan. But the two-lane structure is in such shoddy condition it was closed for months in 2019 to car traffic. It would cost millions to replace. Now there may...
by Fix MI State | Apr 9, 2021 | Roads & Bridges
LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced new projects regarding Michigan roads that are expected to get underway soon. Officials also announced a new tool to help residents track road projects in their area. Some projects had been started, but when...
by Fix MI State | Apr 9, 2021 | Roads & Bridges
MANISTEE — Michigan Department of Transportation recently shared some unique views of the progress that is being made to replace the M-55 bridge in Manistee Township. Work to replace the 89-year-old bridge which began in December 2020 is scheduled to wrap up in...
by Fix MI State | Apr 9, 2021 | Roads & Bridges
The funny thing about crumbling bridges is that to the naked eye, they often appear to be perfectly fine. But a closer look can reveal some major issues, especially to professionals whose job it is to inspect bridges. A great example of this is the Goddard Road...
by Fix MI State | Mar 26, 2021 | Michigan beaches, Drinking Water & Recreational Waters
Craig Cugini, the city manager of Ishpeming, is a calculator by trade. To keep the water system functioning, he computes customer rates and charges, balances a mixture of federal loans and state grants, and keeps an eye on the aging pipes. Right now the numbers don’t...
by Fix MI State | Mar 26, 2021 | Stormwater & Wastewater
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said Wednesday it will loan $18 million to a Downriver wastewater authority for infrastructure improvements. The Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act loan is the first administered to Michigan under the Biden...
by Fix MI State | Mar 26, 2021 | Dams & Other
Michigan Dam Safety Task Force members met via zoom as part of a Michigan State University Institute For Public Policy and Social Research forum. Task Force Vice-Chair Doug Jester and was joined by EGLE Dam safety unit supervisor Luke Trumble and former Governor’s...
by Fix MI State | Mar 11, 2021 | Roads & Bridges
Prepare for a season of orange construction barrels and “road work ahead” signs. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is preparing for a busy year with major construction projects on the way for 2021. I-94 Modernization Project A few years ago,...
