Mt. Clemens, MI - The Macomb County Department of Roads (MCDR) is preparing for road, bridge and traffic improvements scheduled for 2023 and conducting preliminary planning for future road work by sending projects for funding consideration to the Macomb County Board of Commissioners, which were for formally approved at the full board meeting on July 20, 2023.
“As part of our continuing effort to improve Macomb County’s road, bridge and transportation network, there is significant work taking place this construction season,” said Macomb County Executive Mark A. Hackel. “Between work scheduled for this year and planning and exploring funding for future road improvement projects, I will continue to emphasize there isn’t a road or bridge we can’t fix if we have adequate funding and support from our local, state and federal lawmakers.”
There is more than $163 million in road, bridge, and traffic improvements planned throughout Macomb County this year. MCDR is also exploring the reconstruction of Metropolitan Parkway between Mound Road and Van Dyke Avenue by conducting preliminary planning and engineering work necessary to apply for federal grand funding.
“These projects are part of the Department of Roads strategic approach to provide comprehensive transportation infrastructure improvements throughout Macomb County,” said MCDR Director Bryan Santo. “From local roads to major corridors, we are committed to improving our road and bridge system while delivering the greatest value to residents, drivers and the community.”
The following MCDR projects were approved by the Board of Commissioners:
| Project | Location | Description | Community |
| Metropolitan Parkway | Mound Road to Van Dyke Avenue | Preliminary engineering for federal grant funding application | Sterling Heights |
| Kelly Road | 14 Mile Road to 15 Mile Road | Reconstruction | Clinton Township and Fraser |
| Special pavement marking | Multiple locations | Upgrade stop bars and crosswalks | Various locations |
| Storm water pump stations rehabilitation | Multiple locations | Storm water mechanical and electrical systems replacement | Harrison Township |
| Underwater bridge inspections | Multiple locations | Bridge inspections | Various locations |
| Washington Street bridge | Over the Salt River | Bridge replacement | Chesterfield Township |
| Metropolitan Parkway | Ryan Road to Mound Road | Mill, base repair, and asphalt overlay | Sterling Heights |
| Campground Road | Van Dyke Avenue to 28 Mile Road | Road rehabilitation, culvert replacement, and roundabout construction | Washington Township |
| Mound Road | Multiple locations | Innovate Mound landscaping | Sterling Heights and Warren |
The contract for landscaping and restoration work for the Innovate Mound project was submitted by MCDR. Landscaping work on Mound Road, between I-696 and M-59, is anticipated to begin later this year and conclude in early 2024 as the final phase of the Innovate Mound project.
MCDR also submitted administrative items including a revised cost share agreement for the Campground Road project in Washington Township, which will cost less than originally estimated, as well as a road easement agreement between MCDR and Henry Ford Health as part of the Henry Ford Macomb Hospital development in Clinton Township.
For a complete list of 2023 Macomb County construction projects, maps, and information, visit roads.macombgov.org. Motorists can stay up to date of what's happening on the roadways by signing up for Department of Roads lane closures and construction updates.