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12/7/2023
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) this week announced 26 recipients of the 2024 funding awards through the state's Local Grade Crossing Program.
Selected on a competitive basis, the projects were awarded a combined $3 million to fund grade crossing surface upgrades designed to improve safety. The projects can range from minor asphalt repairs to installing new track and surface materials, MDOT officials said in a press release.
The program offers 60% funding for eligible projects, with railroads responsible for the remaining 40% of costs. All repair work is performed by the railroad company and its contractors, with cooperation for detour routes provided by the local road agencies. The railroad and local road agency are responsible for scheduling the construction work.
There are about 4,800 public crossings in the state. The next call for projects will open in July 2024.
The list of 2024 funding recipients is available here.