Miller Bros. and Fishbeck Rebuild Busy Southern Segment of I-75 to Meet Future Traffic Needs
Interstate 75, dubbed “Michigan’s Main Street,” is the prime transportation route and economic artery that traverses the two segments of the state from the Ohio border to Canada.
“It is a heavily traveled freeway corridor,” said Robb Welch, Vice President/Senior Civil Engineer with Lansing-based Fishbeck, which is overseeing …
Michigan DOT Roadway Reconstruction Project Set to Improve Safety in Traverse City
Known as the Cherry Capital of the World, Traverse City, Michigan, is located at the southern tip of Grand Traverse Bay, which flows into Lake Michigan. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and general contractor, Team Elmer’s, are rebuilding a 2-mile section of a major roadway in the scenic …
Bridging North America Completes Gordie Howe International Bridge Deck, Paving Way for 2025 Opening
The $6.4 billion (CDN) Gordie Howe International Bridge, connecting Detroit, Michigan, and Windsor, Canada, recently reached a milestone with the completion of the bridge deck.
“Making connections is what the Gordie Howe International Bridge is all about,” said Charl van Niekerk, Chief Executive Officer, Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority (WDBA). “While …
Kalin Construction Nears the Finish Line on $32.8M Highway 10 Project in Bay County
The Westbound U.S. Highway 10 Reconstruct project in Bay County, Michigan, is only 5.68 miles long. Yet it includes a number of methodologies that will improve traffic flow and the driving surface, plus increase the structure life of the highway and the three bridges involved.
The lead contractor on the …
Michigan Construction Industry Booms, Workforce Struggles to Keep Up
As the Michigan construction sector experiences a surge in job creation, its workforce has failed to grow at a rate that matches the demand. In Michigan, as well as other parts of the country, labor has become a scarce commodity. Since the pandemic, the region’s labor force only reached a …
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Michigan DOT’s I-75 Reconstruction Project Addresses Deterioration and Safety Concerns in Cheboygan County
At the northern tip of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and general contractor J & N Construction are in the middle of a reconstruction project along Interstate 75 (I-75) in Cheboygan County. I-75 is the main artery that connects the Lower Peninsula and the Upper Peninsula. …
Trinity Health Michigan’s New $238M Hospital to Enhance Health Care Options in Livingston County
During the past decade, Trinity Health Michigan has brought more and more services to the people of Livingston County. Now the health system will add a $238 million, acute-care hospital in Brighton to the cornucopia of health care options it offers in the area.
“We felt it was necessary to …
Michigan DOT Director Wieferich Outlines Vision, Priorities, and Projects for the State
When Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer named Bradley C. Wieferich, PE, as her choice for Director of the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) on May 30, 2023, she said, “Brad is a smart, dedicated leader that has helped keep Michigan roads safe for nearly three decades. With his expertise, I …
C.A. Hull and Anlaan Corporation Team Up to Revamp Bridge Infrastructure on I-94 in Southern Michigan
Along Interstate 94 in Calhoun County, the joint venture team of Anlaan Corporation and C.A. Hull is currently in the middle of working on a project for the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). The team has gone to great lengths to minimize disruption to traffic in the project area, which …
Michigan DOT Utilizes Digital Delivery to Reconstruct Interstate 696 in Detroit
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is working on a construction project on Interstate 696 (I-696), also known as the Walter P. Reuther Freeway. The 28-mile interstate highway is in the Detroit area, and the project is occurring in and around the Western terminus in Farmington Hills.
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Toebe Construction Reconstructs Corridor on Historic US-127 Outside of Lansing, Michigan
The North-South U.S. Route 127 (US-127) runs from Michigan to Tennessee, passing through Michigan’s state capital, Lansing, and connecting Northern and Central Michigan. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is working on a stretch of US-127 just south of Lansing, encompassing areas within both Ingham and Clinton counties.
Two Years of IIJA Investments Fuel Growth Across Michigan
In November 2021, Congress passed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act), a once-in-a-generation investment in the nation’s infrastructure. President Joe Biden’s administration proposed this legislation to rebuild America’s roads, bridges, and rails, expand access to clean drinking water, ensure every American has access to high-speed internet, tackle …
Michigan DOT Wraps Up Work on the $82M Interstate 496 Rebuilding Project
The $82 million Interstate 496 Rebuilding Project nearing completion in Lansing, Michigan, has met its benchmarks and drivers are enjoying the upgrades. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) reported the long-term benefits include improvements to vehicle and pedestrian safety and operations.
I-496 in Lansing was originally completed in 1970. The …
Barton Malow Tackles Known and Hidden Challenges in Macomb Community College’s Skilled Trades and Advanced Technology Center Renovation
When Barton Malow Builders of Southfield, Michigan, began extensive renovations on the Skilled Trades and Advanced Technology Center on Macomb Community College’s (MCC) South Campus in Warren, Michigan, the project team knew that shoring throughout the building and 4,000 linear feet of new underground pipes required extensive planning and coordination. …
University of Michigan Builds First Geo-Exchange System to Support Carbon Neutrality Goals
Recognizing that co-locating two schools will offer greater opportunities for collaboration, the University of Michigan (U-M) in Ann Arbor has undertaken construction of the $145 million Leinweber Computer Science and Information Building and its first ever geo-exchange system.
“This new facility presented an exciting opportunity to use and gain operational …
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Flex Route to Help Traffic Flow on US 23 in Livingston County
U.S. 23 is a north-south highway running from Jacksonville, Florida, to the northernmost point in Michigan. In Livingston County, Michigan – about 50 miles west of Detroit – U.S. 23 is the only major north-south route and it's plagued with congestion. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is in the …
Barton Malow Builds $920M D. Dan and Betty Kahn Health Care Pavilion for Michigan Medicine
Facing a growing demand for inpatient services, Michigan Medicine in Ann Arbor, is building the new $920 million D. Dan and Betty Kahn Health Care Pavilion.
“The adult inpatient hospitals of Michigan Medicine have consistently experienced high demand for inpatient rooms and surgical suites,” says Linda Larin, MBA, FACHE, Chief …
Toebe Construction LLC Rebuilds I-69 Near Lapeer County for a Smoother Ride
Lapeer County is approximately one hour north of Detroit. Interstate 69 runs east-west through the county before heading south through the state capital and to the Indiana border. Other major roadways in the area include Michigan 24 and Michigan 53. The north-south routes run straight through Detroit. The Michigan Department …
Granger Construction Updates Michigan State University Football Complex to Expand Amenities for All Student Athletes
Hoping to provide optimal facilities for students and entice potential students, Michigan State University (MSU) is updating and expanding its Football Complex.
“The main goal is to take care of the men and women student athletes and ensure they have the best facilities to use,” says Jason VanZee, Project Manager …
OHM Advisors’ Kramer Takes the Helm at ACEC/Michigan, Shares His Priorities and Visions as President
OHM Advisors President Jon Kramer, PE, has been appointed President of the Michigan Section of the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC/Michigan), marking a significant milestone in his 30-year career in the engineering industry.
Kramer's journey with OHM Advisors began at a young age when he joined the firm …
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Making Room for Future Development
In recent years, infrastructure upgrades in urban cities have been ongoing across the country. This is true for Grand Rapids, Michigan, which is the second largest city in the state. Directly in the historic section of the downtown area, veteran contractor Kamminga & Roodvoets, Inc. (K&R) has been undertaking the …
Michigan DOT’s I-275 Rebuild Project Shifts Into New Phase
In Michigan's Wayne County, the latest phase of construction on the extensive Interstate 275 Rebuilding Project is in full swing. The four-year, multiple-phase, Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) project, also known as “Revive 275”, began construction in July 2021. This $281 million road improvement undertaking – scheduled for completion in …
Michigan DOT Reconstructs I-196 in Ottawa County
The rebuilding of seven miles of highway on Interstate 196 in Ottawa County, Michigan, is scheduled for completion this fall.
“This project was selected based on its remaining years of service life for the existing pavement, as well as the pavement conditions, which required extensive repairs,” says Cole Shafer, …
FHWA Announces $300M Investment in Bridge Projects Across the United States, $73M to Fund the Lafayette Avenue Bridge Project in Michigan
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) recently revealed plans to allocate nearly $300 million for nine small- and medium-sized bridge projects in both urban and rural areas. The grants, awarded in eight states and the District of Columbia, are part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law's Bridge …
Gordie Howe Bridge Takes a Major Step Forward
Significant progress has taken place in the past year on the new $5.7 billion (Canadian) Gordie Howe International Bridge, which aims to improve the movement of people and goods between Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit.
“The project – the bridge, the two new Ports of Entry and the Michigan Interchange, along …
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W.K. Kellogg Institute and Dental Building Project Receives Build America Award from AGC and Construction Risk Partners
The Association of General Contractors (AGC) and Construction Risk Partners recently honored this year’s best new and renovation construction projects with Build America Awards at the AGC Annual Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada. Build America Merit Awards were also presented to construction companies at the convention.
“These awards are designed …
Hoffman Bros. and Michigan DOT Partner to Improve M-43 in Ingham County
A $14.7 million project by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will resurface a 3-mile stretch of M-43 and reduce flooding in this section of Ingham County.
“We undertook this project to improve pavement conditions along the M-43 corridor through Meridian Township,” says Aaron Jenkins, Spokesman for MDOT.
In …
Joint Venture of Granite and Kraemer North America Rehab Bay City Bridges
A public-private partnership has revitalized Liberty Bridge in Bay City, Michigan, and it opened to traffic at the end of last year.
“This is a truly remarkable day for the city of Bay City,” said Bay City Mayor Kathleen L. Newsham at the grand opening of the bridge. She also …
Better Accuracy and Efficiency
As GPS technology utilization continues to grow and evolve, the construction industry is reaping the benefits, including savings in time and expenses, optimized fleet management, greater productivity, and improved customer satisfaction. And it is not only the big contractors and large scale projects who are experiencing these benefits – smaller …
Justice Facility Combines Multiple Services with Safety and Sustainability in Mind
A new approximately $95 million Downtown Justice Center in Kalamazoo County is moving closer to completion and will consolidate courts, prosecutors and criminal justice services under one roof.
“The county wanted everyone together,” says Jerry VanderVeen, with M.W. VanderVeen Project Management of Kalamazoo, owner’s representative for the justice facility …
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Michigan Pilot Program Reduces Bridge Repair Backlog
For the first time in state history, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has embarked on a bridge bundling pilot project to improve conditions on 19 bridges owned by local agencies.
“It comes down to public safety and trust in the transportation system,” says Beckie Curtis, MDOT director of …
JJ Curran Crane Company Brings Lifting Expertise to the Pavilion at University of Michigan Health
A collaborative effort ensures the right cranes assist in building the new $920 million, 12-story patient tower, the Pavilion at University of Michigan Health, in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
“Projects like this require a lot of planning,” says Mark Wade, Vice President of Operations for JJ Curran Crane Company of …
USDOT Awards $104.6M INFRA Grant to I-375 Community Reconnection Project, Creating Better Economic Opportunity for Detroit Neighborhoods
The U.S. Department of Transportation recently awarded $1.5 billion in Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) grants to highway, multimodal freight, and rail projects across the country. In the Michigan Contractor & Builder area, a $104.6 million INFRA grant was awarded to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) for the I-375 …
McLaren Greater Lansing Replacement Hospital Named One of the Nation’s Best Design-Build Projects
With recent market analysis showing that the design-build project delivery method will account for as much as 47 percent of construction spending by 2025, the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) is seeing significant growth and success in design-build projects across the country. One such design-build project, the McLaren Greater Lansing …
Accelerated Construction and Complicated Bridge Move Minimize I-94 Impacts as Z Contractors Builds Michigan’s First Network Tied-Arch Bridge
For a week in July 2022, the only traffic on a stretch of Interstate 94 near Wayne State University in Detroit was a 2,500-ton bridge skeleton traveling on self-propelled modular transporters (SPMTs).
General contractor Z Contractors, Inc., of Shelby Township, Michigan, built the new Second Avenue bridge skeleton in …
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Henrickson Architecture Breaks Ground on Harbor 31, a Muskegon Lakeshore Waterfront Mixed-Use Development
A project years in the making, the Harbor 31 (H31) lakeshore waterfront mixed-use development in Muskegon, Michigan, has recently begun construction. The $120-million environmentally-friendly development was a culmination of the collaborative efforts between the City of Muskegon, State Senator Jon Bumstead, and multiple local, regional, and state advocacy efforts.
A …
Two Projects in Michigan Win Regional America’s Transportation Awards
Two Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects won regional awards in the 2022 America’s Transportation Awards competition, sponsored by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), AAA, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The competition recognizes state DOTs for making a difference in their community, with each …
I-96 Rebuild in Kent County Brings Increased Life Span to Heavily Used Roadway
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has been working on two projects in Kent County. In a statement, Governor Gretchen Whitmer said, “These projects in Kent County will improve ride quality, reduce congestion, and extend the service life of this critical roadway.”
Located in western Michigan and part of the …
The Detroit Demolition Department Aids Redevelopment and Enhances Safety in Neighborhoods Throughout the City
Knocking down vacant houses to make way for new construction or community gardens or just green space, the Detroit Demolition Department aids in the city’s neighborhood redevelopment, enhancing safety, value and health.
“We do this as a matter of quality of life,” says LaJuan Counts, Director of the Demolition …
I-69 Rebuild Generates Much Needed Roadway Improvements Between Marshall and Charlotte Counties
Every motorist appreciates a smooth ride, particularly when a road had previously been in poor condition. However, the time when a road is under repair can be frustrating, as it often results in back-ups and or detours. Therefore, the quicker the road repair is completed, the happier motorists are. Completing …
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Five Tips for Mini Excavator Maintenance
Maintenance might not be your favorite thing to do, but this minor inconvenience can help you avoid major headaches in the future. Good maintenance practices not only keep the machine running at peak performance, but they also minimize downtime from repairs that come from ignoring key maintenance requirements. Here are …
Changing the Game with the EWRS-HS Hard Surface Skid Steer Tire
WINNIPEG, MB — Evolution Wheel is a manufacturer of heavy-duty skid steer tires. The EWRS-HS series solid skid steer tire is the hard surface version of the EWRS-AT series all-terrain tire. The solid EWRS-HS skid steer tire is ideal for surfaces like concrete or asphalt.
Evolution Wheel spends a lot …
Three-Phase I-94 Rebuild Brings Multiple Benefits to Jackson County
Experiencing substantial increases in traffic on Interstate 94 in Jackson County, Michigan, since the highway opened in 1960, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is in the midst of a three-phase reconstruction project.
“The current corridor is, in part, obsolete and in need of improvements with the goal to balance …
Managing Screen Media Selection, Installation and Maintenance
It doesn’t matter how much aggregate is produced in a day if it is contaminated or not sized correctly. Though screen media is a minor cost when compared to larger equipment in a quarry or mine, it is a crucial part of any operation’s profit machine. One unexpected break and …
Is Poor PR Driving Construction's Labor Shortage?
The global upheaval of the last few years has undoubtedly rocked the construction industry – and stories of labor shortages driven by COVID-19 abound. Add to that an aging workforce further stressed by current conditions, combined with a lack of skilled replacements, and the current struggle makes sense.
But beneath …
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Project Owners Drive Tech Adoption
The needs of the project owner have always defined the parameters of a construction job, but all signs are pointing to owners playing a bigger role in the use of technology on their projects in the future, especially as we begin to see federal funds put to work on transportation …
How the US Will Deploy Intelligent Transit Networks That Enable Connected Vehicles
While America’s transportation infrastructure continues to be one of the country’s greatest historical accomplishments, as well as the lifeblood of the American economy, the system itself continues to have serious challenges during the last two decades.
This is mainly due to the rise in traffic congestion which has ensnarled hundreds …
Poor Project Data and Miscommunication Responsible for 52 Percent of All Rework
Most people in the construction industry will say that on any given work site, there is always an amount of waste that could have been avoided. Whether it be poorly handled materials, re-work, weather damage, or working from out of date documents, there are plenty of ways that humans can …
SITECH Michigan Makes Move to Accommodate Growth
SITECH Michigan has moved to a new location in Novi, Michigan, after outgrowing its location in Waterford. The company grew nearly 50 percent between 2020 to 2021, with bold aspirations to continue that momentum and double by 2025.
“For a number of reasons, it was time for our team to …
Bacco Construction Partners with Michigan DOT to Reconstruct US 41
Located on the Keweenaw Peninsula on Michigan's Upper Peninsula, the city of Houghton borders the Portage Canal. The city of approximately 8,500 people is the largest in the Keweenaw and home to Michigan Technological University (MTU). The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is in the middle of the U.S. 41 …
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Multinational Coordination Moves the Gordie Howe International Bridge Another Step Forward
The busiest commercial land crossing between the United States and Canada will soon have a second bridge – the Gordie Howe International Bridge – named after a popular Canadian hockey star who played in Detroit.
“This is a once in a generation project,” says Grant Hilbers, Vice President of …
Pulse Flow Reverse Osmosis Offers Higher Water Recovery and Lower Brine Reject
As droughts and growing population affect water security around the globe, desalination becomes an increasingly important option. In communities searching for sustainable, long-term solutions, new technology can increase the efficiency of water treatment efforts.
Initially developed in the late 1950s, reverse osmosis (RO) desalination evolved into the leading desalination process. …
Anlaan Construction Partners with Michigan DOT to Improve Multiple Bridges in Grand Haven
Located on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan, Grand Haven, Michigan is a popular tourist destination. The Grand Haven area is known for its sandy beaches, retail-lined boardwalk, and the Rosy Mound Natural Area. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is in the middle of the U.S. 31 and M-104 …
Safer Practices for Working Around Concrete
Many of the most famous structures of ancient times were constructed from a material we often think of us as modern. The workers who built them needed a material that could be shaped into blocks and other forms more easily than carving from stone. Finally, someone concocted a mixture of …
Michigan DOT Gives New Life to US 2 in Bessemer
U.S. Highway 2 is an east-west route that runs along the northern United States. One of the towns U.S. 2 goes through is Bessemer, which is in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, and just a few miles east of the Wisconsin state border. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is …
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Michigan DOT Updates US 41/M-28 in Marquette Township
Situated in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan off Lake Superior, Marquette Township is the largest of the townships – by population – located in the area. Marquette Township is also home to multiple retail centers that draw customers from all over the area. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) recently …
Automated, Connected, and Intelligent
The future is looking bright for the construction industry, with project pipelines full and the promise of infrastructure spending infusing the industry with confidence and optimism. But as we face another year of supply chain issues and crippling workforce shortages, it’s possible that our industry’s biggest challenge could be too …
Michigan DOT Relocates US 31 in Berrien County
Aiming to provide easier travel in the southwest portion of the state, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has undertaken the U.S. 31 Relocation project to connect with Interstate 94.
“About 39 million tons of commodities move between Indiana and Michigan on I-94 and U.S. 31,” says Kenton McAndrew, …
Michigan DOT Rebuilds I-69 Between Calhoun and Eaton Counties
A stretch of Interstate 69 in Michigan's Calhoun and Eaton Counties, southwest of Lansing, has been in rough condition for some time. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) projected the costly repair would be an eight- to 10-year project. Rebuilding the road was put off until now.
The most direct …
Michigan DOT Reconstructs M-37 in Barry and Kent Counties
One of the challenges states face when it comes to growing and maintaining their infrastructure is financial uncertainty. The Rebuilding Michigan program, which runs from 2020-2024, is being financed in part through the issuance of bonds and offers more certainty. The objective of the program is to rebuild the state’s …
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Superior Materials Embraces Sustainability
With wildfires out West and extreme tropical systems in the East, climate change has moved to the front of people’s minds, and many are embracing more environmentally friendly practices, including sustainable concrete available from Superior Materials in Farmington Hills, Michigan.
“We try to be as environmentally conscious as we can,” …
Michigan DOT Partners with J&N Construction and DJ McQuestion and Sons to Rebuild US 31
Located in northern Michigan, just off Lake Michigan, is Charlevoix County. The area draws droves of tourists in the summertime. Tourists, commuters, and commercial traffic alike use U.S. 31 to get to and from Charlevoix County. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is in the middle of a project along …
Michigan DOT Rebuilds Southbound I-196
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is in the midst of the southbound I-196 Rebuilding and Improvements project. Located in southwest Michigan just inland off of Lake Michigan, this project is one that commuters have been waiting to see happen for some time.
In 2012, the northbound side of I-196 …
McLaren Modernizes Northern Medical Campus with $158M Expansion
Patients in Northern Michigan and Eastern Upper Peninsula communities will soon have an updated hospital able to provide quality care with the latest technologies at McLaren Northern Michigan, in Petoskey, as phase one of a $158 million addition and renovation project nears completion.
“Our goal is to further enhance the …
Christman-Brinker Joint Venture Partners with Ford Motor Co. to Reimagine the Michigan Central Station
The Ford Motor Co. has launched a multimillion restoration of the Michigan Central Station in Detroit’s Corktown area to its former magnificence and will use it as a base for its automated vehicles and other high-tech mobility developments, bringing old and new Detroit together in an exciting project.
“This is …
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University of Michigan Expands W.K. Kellogg Institute and Dental Building
The W.K. Kellogg Institute and Dental Building at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor is receiving a $140 million addition and renovation – the first since its construction 50 years ago – so it can continue teaching dental students, serving patients from around Michigan and conducting research advancing the …
Western Michigan University Expands Aviation Center
With the need for pilots growing, Western Michigan University’s (WMU) aviation program has experienced growth, but the existing facilities needed updating. Therefore, the College of Aviation has embarked on a $20 million renovation and addition.
“The primary purpose of the project is to generate additional space at the WMU College …
Last Segment of I-75 Modernization Moves Forward
In the final segment of the 18-mile-long I-75 Modernization project in Oakland County, Michigan, crews are not only widening the highway, but also placing a drainage system using a tunnel boring machine (TBM) named Eliza.
“We are proud to be able to work together with Michigan DOT to improve safety …
JJ Curran Crane Company Lifts New Cambria Hotel Rooms Into Place
As a gigantic crane from JJ Curran Crane Company lifts each modular unit into place, the $50 million Cambria hotel in Detroit’s central business district moves closer to completion.
“It’s a great type of construction,” says Michael Firsten, Superintendent with the Means Group of Detroit, part of the lodging’s …
Michigan DOT Reconstructs US 31 and I-94 in Berrien County
Many construction projects are proposed but never move forward or are delayed. There are a host of reasons why projects may suffer this fate though money – or lack thereof – is often the issue. Even so, the U.S. 31 reconstruction in Berrien County, Michigan, has been a long time …
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Michigan DOT Improves M-28 Near Munising
A $15.5 million reconstruction of a major route in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula combines utility work, rehabilitation of the road, streetscapes and a roundabout to improve traffic flow and safety for the motoring public on M-28.
“This started as a resurfacing project, but in meeting with local officials, they expressed a …
Work Progresses on Iconic Gordie Howe International Bridge
Collaboration between nations has led to the construction of the multibillion Gordie Howe International Bridge, an iconic cable-stay structure connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario.
“Windsor-Detroit is the busiest commercial land crossing in North America,” says Mark Butler, Director of Communication with the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority (WDBA) in Windsor, a …
Michigan DOT Updates 50-Year-Old I-496 with Pave the Way Project
Commuters typically welcome infrastructure projects as they make their travels safer and faster. However, the work needed to complete an infrastructure upgrade normally inconveniences commuters. When the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) structured the Pave the Way project, minimizing inconvenience was a major consideration on how the work was scheduled. …
Michigan DOT Relocates US 2 Away from Shoreline for Improved Safety
After being alerted by a State Police Trooper that something strange seemed to be happening with U.S. 2 near the town of Epoufette about nine years ago, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) decided to move the road farther away from the Lake Michigan shoreline.
“Not having any major issues …
First Year of West Michigan’s ACE Mentor Program Starts Labor Pipeline and Leadership Incubator
“Finding skilled workers is proving to be more difficult every day,” said Mike Verhulst, Vice President of Rockford Construction in Grand Rapids, Michigan. “The ongoing shortage of skilled workers poses a significant risk to future economic growth, so a great way to address that concern is to place young …
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MITA Leads Grassroots Initiative to Fix Michigan’s Deteriorating Infrastructure
America’s multifaceted infrastructure network encompasses everything from roads, bridges, and dams to water, wastewater, and stormwater systems. These and other assets are foundational to supporting healthy communities and economic prosperity, which is why it is essential to properly maintain and improve these vital systems.
This goal is paramount in a …