City of Midland Poseyville Preserve Project - Traffic Alert

TRAFFIC ALERT: A major milestone has been reached for the Poseyville Preserve Project: Pedestrian walkway pieces have been successfully set across the Tittabawassee River!

This project is progressing in sequence as planned; however, a few factors have extended the E. Main St. closure from the previously estimated early July to the end of September. Delays in crane arrival and an extensive walkway inspection slowed things down a bit. Additionally, the walkway’s deck requires a specialized concrete that must be poured in small sections and cured over a seven-day period. Recent high temperatures and rain days have delayed this process. Walkway installation must be 100% complete before reconstruction of E. Main St. can begin.

E. Main St., including on-street parking, will remain closed to through traffic from just east of the Poseyville Bridge to State St. Main St. traffic continues to be detoured to Townsend, Ellsworth, and State Streets. Main St. will be open and parking maintained through Cronkright St., including the Riverside Place parking lot. The sidewalk along the East End building has reopened to pedestrian traffic! Please note that construction activities can occur in close proximity to the newly-opened sidewalk. Check the comments for a closure map.

The Poseyville Preserve Project includes restoration of a former industrial site to the riparian ecosystem native to this area, a pedestrian walkway spanning the Tittabawassee River, accessible fishing spots, connections to walking and biking paths, and more. Visit cityofmidlandmi.gov/poseyville

Poseyville Preserve Project | Midland, MI - Official Website for more information on the Poseyville Riverfront Restoration project.

Northbound I-75, Zilwaukee Bridge closing Aug. 4 – Nov. 14 for maintenance in Saginaw County

SAGINAW, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing $2.9 million for preventive maintenance work on the Zilwaukee Bridge in Saginaw County. Northbound I-75 and the Zilwaukee Bridge will be closed from Kochville to Wadsworth roads for the first stage of this work. Other improvements include expansion joint repair, deck patching and resealing. Work on southbound I-75 was completed earlier this year.

Traffic restrictions:
Northbound I-75 will be closed and detoured to northbound I-675 from the I-75/I-675 interchange south of Wadsworth Road to the northbound I-675 junction north of Kochville Road.

The westbound M-81 ramp to northbound I-75 will be closed during this work. Traffic will be detoured via southbound I-75 to I-675 northbound near Wadsworth Road.

The southbound M-13 ramp to northbound I-75, as well as the northbound I-75 ramp to northbound M-13 will be closed. Traffic for the southbound M-13 ramp to northbound I-75 will be detoured via southbound I-75 to northbound I-675. Traffic for the I-75 ramp to northbound M-13 will be detoured via westbound M-81 to westbound M-13.

The southbound I-675 ramp to northbound I-75 also will be closed. Traffic will be detoured via southbound I-675, M-46 to northbound I-75.

M-30 over US-10 Bridge Update

MDOT has been working closely with the contractor and beam manufacturer to get the new bridge beams manufactured and delivered. MDOT has received confirmation that the new beams have been manufactured, and the tentative delivery and installation dates are set.

The new beams will be delivered and placed on the nights of August 5th and August 6th. The exact open to traffic date is unknown, but MDOT is working closely with the contractor to have the bridge open by mid-November pending weather or any unforeseen issues.

100 Deadliest Days for Teen Drivers

Memorial Day weekend kicked off what is often referred to by traffic safety experts as "the 100 deadliest days," with a dangerous spike in teen traffic fatalities.

According to a AAA review of crash data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, on average eight people are killed per day in teen-involved driving crashes in the summer, compared to seven per day during the rest of the year. 

There are steps teens and parents can take to save lives. Parents should model safe driving behavior and talk with their teens about buckling up, obeying speed limits, and putting phones away. With teens out of school, summer is also a great time for young drivers to complete a comprehensive driver education course to learn the rules of the road. 

We want all Michigan teens to have a safe summer. Buckle up, put your phone down and obey the speed limit because someone depends on you to make it home safely! For additional resources for Teen Drivers, visit the Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP): Michigan.gov/msp/divisions/ohsp/safety-programs/teen-drivers. 

Local Non-Rural Obligation Thermometer

The Local Non-Rural Obligation Thermometer tracks how much federal funding local agencies across Michigan have used or committed for transportation projects in the current fiscal year.

• As of April 30, 2025, about $308.2 million in federal funds has been made available.

• This money is used for things like new projects, updates to older ones, and converting previously approved "advance construct" projects.

• Funding is given out on a first-come, first-served basis, so early project approval is important.

• The thermometer is updated monthly (or more often) by MDOT to show how much funding remains.

• Funding amounts can change during the year due to transfers from other programs or adjustments to project costs.

The thermometer is a helpful planning tool for local agencies but does not represent the official accounting. It helps communities keep track of available funding for roads, bridges, and more.

2025 Midland Area Transportation Construction Projects

Planned by Local, County, and State Agencies Across the MATS Region

The Midland Area Transportation Study (MATS) works with many partners to plan and fund transportation improvements. In 2025, several road, bridge, and safety projects will be taking place throughout the region. These projects are led by different implementing agencies, including local governments, road commissions, and MDOT.

MDOT reminds drivers to avoid toll road scam

Fast facts:

• The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is reminding drivers to follow tips shared by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel to avoid toll road scams.

• A recent scam shared with MDOT, includes an imposter government website, mimicking MDOT’s official site.

• MDOT does not operate toll roads and will not solicit payment for bridge tolls via text.

LANSING, Mich. ­– The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is reminding drivers to follow tips and guidelines issued by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, helping Michiganders to avoid falling victim to recent tolling and government imposter scams.

MDOT officials have been made aware of the newest toll road scam, including an imposter government website, which mimics MDOT’s official site, but carries a different URL address. MDOT reminds all drivers that Michigan does not have toll roads and will never solicit payment via text or include threatening verbiage to avoid late fees or harsher penalties.

Attorney General Nessel also is reminding consumers that government agencies: 

• Will not request personal information through email, over the phone or text.

• Will never demand money through email, over the phone or text. They will mail you a notice and offer payment options.

• Do not ask for or take payment by prepaid gift card, wire transfer, cryptocurrency, or a payment app.  

This screenshot is being included in a recent round of toll road scam attempts, mimicking MDOT’s website, but featuring a different URL address.

MATS Active Transportation Maps - Waterways & Trails

MATS has developed a set of maps that highlight water and trail access across the Midland Area. These resources provide essential information to help people find the best location to start their active transportation journey. Active transportation refers to travel that involves physical activity, such as walking, cycling, or using non-motorized vehicles, like skateboards or scooters.

The kayak and canoe access map offers detailed information on various launch sites, potential other activities, distance to the next launch, and launch type, making it simpler for paddlers to organize their water trips.

Similarly, the walking, hiking, and biking trail map provides details on trail locations and sizes along with surface type to help users find their ideal path. It also includes other potential activities and connections to other trails and parks.