City of Midland Traffic Alert: MDOT work on M-20/US-10 BR Project

2026 Road Construction Detour Map for Indian St and Buttles St in Midland Michigan

TRAFFIC ALERT: The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced that phase one of Midland Corridor Forward—also known as the M-20/US-10 BR Improvement Project—begins today, March 24.

During this phase, Indian Street and westbound US-10 Business Route (Patrick Road) will be closed and traffic detoured onto Buttles Street and eastbound US-10 Business Route (Lyon Road). To accommodate this, Buttles Street and Lyon Road will be temporarily converted to accommodate two-way traffic. To reiterate: two-way traffic on Buttles and Lyon is TEMPORARY while construction occurs, despite what your neighbor Dave may tell you.

Phase one of Midland Corridor Forward involves the reconstruction of Patrick Road from Washington to Indian, the resurfacing of Indian Street from Patrick to Jerome, the reconstruction of Jerome Street from W. Main to Indian, and water main installation.

Phase one is estimated to be completed by November 15, 2026. Phase two will begin in 2027, with additional traffic restrictions announced in advance.

Once complete, Midland Corridor Forward will bring significant improvements to this corridor, including a 10-foot-wide pathway along the south side of Buttles Street, enhanced lighting, new traffic control mast arms, new street trees, and buried utilities. These are long-term investments to enhance one of our community’s most prominent gateways.

Visit www.cityofmidlandmi.gov/corridors for the most up-to-date information on Midland Corridor Forward. For more information or questions regarding this project, contact MDOT at 989-773-7756.

Please remember to give yourself a bit of extra time for your commute, stay patient, and drive safely.

MDOT: Real-Time Road Updates Across Michigan

Want to know where construction or traffic delays are happening across Michigan? 🚧

MDOT’s MiDrive map lets you see real-time road conditions, construction projects, traffic speeds, and cameras all in one place. It’s a great tool to check before you head out.

Road construction in Bay County 🚧

Road improvements will be happening throughout the county, so it’s a good time to stay informed before you travel!

Be sure to check out the list of current projects below.

OHSP safety grant applications

On Monday, February 2, the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP) began accepting applications for behavior-based safety grant projects funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for fiscal year (FY) 2027, which runs October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027. Applications must be submitted through the Michigan Grants System (MGX).

Project applications focused on occupant protection, traffic enforcement, pedestrian/bicyclist (nonmotorized) safety, traffic records, teen driver safety, distracted driving, impaired driving, motorcyclist safety, older driver safety, research and analysis, preventing roadside deaths, and school bus safety programs will be accepted in MGX until Friday, February 27. Priority will be given to projects that address vulnerable roadway users, impairment, distraction, speed, and seat belt use.

Approved projects must follow applicable federal and state requirements. Agencies and organizations interested in pursuing a new grant idea can contact the appropriate program coordinator for more information.

To assist with FY2027 grant applications, the OHSP is hosting an in-person workshop on Tuesday, February 17, from 8 am to 5 pm. The workshop will be held at Michigan State Police Headquarters in the Centennial Conference Room located at 7150 Harris Drive in Dimondale, Michigan. There are specific time frames in place for each project area. Those interested in attending must register for the workshop by Thursday, February 12.

Additionally, the OHSP recently hosted a virtual workshop to assist with FY2027 grant applications. If you were unable to attend, a recording of the workshop can be viewed online.

Additional information can be found on the OHSP’s Grant Applications web page.

2025 MATS MPO Annual Obligation Report

Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPO) are regional bodies responsible for coordinating transportation planning in urbanized areas with populations of 50,000 or more. They bring together local government officials, transportation agencies, and other stakeholders to plan and prioritize transportation projects and investments for the region. They also play a key role in the distribution of federal transportation funds for projects like road improvements, transit systems, and bike/pedestrian infrastructure.

After the conclusion of each programming year, in this case October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025, MPOs must disclose to local governments, stakeholders and the public "an annual listing of obligated projects” for projects that are to receive federal funding. When a project is "obligated," it means that the federal government has made a formal commitment to fund the project. The funds are allocated and set aside for that specific project, but they are not necessarily available for use immediately.

MATS is an MPO for the Midland Urbanized area that includes all of Midland County, the City of Auburn and Williams Charter Township in Bay County, and Tittabawassee Township in Saginaw County. There are three public transit agencies operate within the MATS planning area; they are Dial-A-Ride Transportation (DART), County Connection of Midland and Bay Metro Transportation Authority (BMTA).

The document linked below illustrates projects that have been obligated in the MATS area.

2025 MATS Finial Acecptance Report

An MPO Final Acceptance Report is a formal document that serves to confirm the completion and final approval of a transportation planning project or initiative within an MPO region. MPOs are responsible for overseeing and coordinating transportation planning efforts in metropolitan areas, ensuring that transportation systems are safe, efficient, and aligned with regional goals.

Non-Motorized Pathway Open House

Ingersoll Township, in partnership with the Midland Area Transportation Study (MATS) and the Midland County Road Commission (MCRC), invites community members to an open house to learn more about the proposed non-motorized pathway project in the township.

The proposed route would connect the Bailey Bridge at Smiths Crossing to Midland Charter Township, traveling along properties on N River Road to Gordonville Road, then continuing north to E Stewart Road using Consumers Energy property.

An open house will take place on Thursday, December 4th from 4 – 6 p.m. in the Ingersoll Township Hall, 3026 S Sasse Rd, Freeland, MI.

Attendees will be able to review conceptual designs for the proposed pathway and share feedback on the project.

This project concept was developed through a multi-agency pilot effort led by MATS, aimed at expanding the use of the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), a federal funding source that supports non-motorized transportation infrastructure. The pilot study will help local agencies apply for construction funding, which could cover 50–80% of the total project cost.

For more information or questions about the proposed pathway, please contact:

Maja Bolanowska, MATS Director – majab@midlandmpo.org

Alicia Williams, Transportation Planner – aliciaw@midlandmpo.org

Saginaw County Road Construction Updates

Curious what’s buzzing across Saginaw County’s road network? The Saginaw County Road Commission Project Map turns construction season into an interactive adventure. Zoom in, pan around, and discover which roads are getting a facelift, where crews are making progress, and which projects have already crossed the finish line.

Think of it as your behind-the-scenes pass to the county’s biggest makeover—colorful, clickable, and constantly updated. Whether you’re dodging detours or just love watching fresh pavement roll out, tap into the map and see how Saginaw County is building better roads, one project at a time!