Support for InfrastructureUSA.org
has been provided by these organizations and individuals:

John Hennessy III,
P.E.

Posts Tagged ‘MI’

Modernizing Michigan’s Transportation System

Tuesday, March 19th, 2019

A decade after suffering a significant economic downturn, Michigan is recovering, with its population and economy growing and vehicle travel increasing in response to the growth. But the state’s rate of recovery could be slowed if Michigan is not able to provide a modern, well-maintained transportation system. The pace of economic growth, which will be greatly impacted by the reliability and condition of the state’s transportation system, continues to have a significant impact on quality of life in the Great Lakes State.

View this complete post...

Tags: , ,
Posted in Aging Infrastructure, Highway, Infra Views, Local, Roads

Comments Off on Modernizing Michigan’s Transportation System

Roads in Michigan: Quality, Funding and Recommendations

Monday, October 15th, 2018
Michigan Roads - Chart 1

This study examines the funding and condition of Michigan’s roads and bridges and presents policy recommendations regarding them. The first section of this study describes the different types of roads in Michigan, which government entity is responsible for each type and their current estimated condition. The section after that explains how road funding works. The next section then discusses how public goods such as roads should be priced and funded, based on standard economic theory. It also attempts to measure the level to which Michigan’s roads are underpriced and underfunded. The final section concludes with some policy recommendations.

View this complete post...

Tags: , , , ,
Posted in Infra Views, Local, Roads

Comments Off on Roads in Michigan: Quality, Funding and Recommendations

Michigan DOT: Wayne Railroad Diamond Replacement

Wednesday, August 29th, 2018

Starting the night of August 14 through August 15, crews from Amtrak and CSX Transportation rebuilt four railroad diamond crossings at Wayne Junction near Wayne, Michigan. Jointly owned by the Michigan Department of Transportation and CSX, this important crossing is utilized by Amtrak trains traveling between Chicago, Detroit, and Pontiac, as well as by CSX and Norfolk Southern freight trains. Project costs were covered 75 percent by CSX and 25 percent by MDOT.

View this complete post...

Tags: , , , , , , , ,
Posted in Local, Rail, Show Us Your Infra

Comments Off on Michigan DOT: Wayne Railroad Diamond Replacement

America’s Best (and Worst) Cities for Driving

Friday, July 13th, 2018

A new online report from WalletHub offers a comparison of America’s 100 most-populated cities, ranking the 10 best and worst cities for driving. The AI-based financial advice company based their list on four metrics:  1) Cost of Ownership & Maintenance, 2) Traffic & Infrastructure, 3) Safety and 4) Access to Vehicles & Maintenance.

View this complete post...

Tags: , , , , ,
Posted in Equity, Local, Roads, The Infra Blog

Comments Off on America’s Best (and Worst) Cities for Driving

Detroit, MI: Ford Motor Company Purchases Michigan Central Station

Friday, June 22nd, 2018

Ford Motor Company has acquired the iconic Michigan Central Station and plans to transform it into the centerpiece of a vibrant new campus in Detroit’s Corktown neighborhood that will serve as an innovation hub for Ford’s vision for the future of transportation. See the recap of the conference and how Ford is creating a new tomorrow together.

View this complete post...

Tags: , , , , ,
Posted in Local, Show Us Your Infra, Transit, Urban Planning

View 1 Comment on this post »

Michigan DOT: Get Ready for the 2018 Mackinac Bridge Walk

Thursday, May 24th, 2018

This video shows the options available for the public at the 2018 Annual Bridge Walk, scheduled for Sept. 3.

View this complete post...

Tags: , , , , , , ,
Posted in Bridges, Local, Show Us Your Infra

Comments Off on Michigan DOT: Get Ready for the 2018 Mackinac Bridge Walk

2018 Report Card for Michigan’s Infrastructure

Wednesday, March 14th, 2018
2018 Report Card for Michigan's Infrastructure

Unfortunately, most of Michigan’s infrastructure is old and outdated. In older Michigan cities, some systems date back to the late 1800s. For close to a decade the state suffered from a poor economy, resulting in Michigan under investing in infrastructure repairs and replacement. Imagine not changing your car’s tires for 10 years. Now we are faced with highways that are full of potholes, bridges that are being propped with temporary supports, sinkholes destroying homes, and beaches being closed due to contamination. In general, most investments during those years were a result of emergencies. Emergency repairs can be inconvenient, cause safety issues, and are more costly than doing routine infrastructure maintenance or replacement.

View this complete post...

Tags: , , , , , ,
Posted in Funding, Infra Views, Local

Comments Off on 2018 Report Card for Michigan’s Infrastructure

The Rise and Fall of the Pontiac Silverdome

Friday, August 25th, 2017

Just outside of Detroit, in Pontiac Michigan, sits one of the most famous and iconic abandoned structures in the country. At one time the largest NFL stadium and host to SuperBowl 16. This is the Pontiac Silverdome.

View this complete post...

Tags: , , , , , , , , , ,
Posted in Aging Infrastructure, Local, Public Parks & Recreation, Show Us Your Infra, Urban Planning

Comments Off on The Rise and Fall of the Pontiac Silverdome

Detroit, MI: Get Ready for the QLINE!

Tuesday, April 11th, 2017

Local Detroiters may have seen test runs of the city’s new QLINE tram running its 6.6-mile loop between Downtown and Midtown in past weeks, and the city is finally getting ready to let the public climb aboard. Running along Woodward Avenue between Downtown and Midtown, this modern tram line will connect two of Detroit’s most vibrant shopping, dining and nightlife districts. The grand opening is scheduling for Friday, May 12.

View this complete post...

Tags: , , , , , , , , , ,
Posted in Local, Public Transportation, Show Us Your Infra, Transit

Comments Off on Detroit, MI: Get Ready for the QLINE!

Hip Hop Architecture Camp Soundtrack

Friday, March 24th, 2017

The Hip Hop Architecture Camp was created by The Hip Hop Architect and is an initiative of The Urban Arts Collective with the mission is to introduce traditionally marginalized or underrepresented youth to architecture, urban planning and economic development through the lens of Hip Hop culture. The initiative allows students and community members to engage in re-mixing the visions for their communities and neighborhoods in ways that are culturally relevant, sustaining, and responsive during an intensive one week camp. The one week camps are structure for four different learning levels; grades 4-6, middle school, high school and college.

View this complete post...

Tags: , , , , , , , , , , ,
Posted in Equity, Show Us Your Infra, Urban Planning

Comments Off on Hip Hop Architecture Camp Soundtrack

« More posts
Follow InfraUSA on Twitter Facebook YouTube Flickr

CATEGORIES


Show us your infra! Show us your infra!

Video, stills and tales. Share images of the Infra in your community that demands attention. Post your ideas about national Infra issues. Go ahead. Show Us Your Infra!  Upload and instantly share your message.

Polls Polls

Is the administration moving fast enough on Infra issues? Are Americans prepared to pay more taxes for repairs? Should job creation be the guiding determination? Vote now!

Views

What do the experts think? This is where the nation's public policy organizations, trade associations and think tanks weigh in with analysis on Infra issues. Tell them what you think.  Ask questions.  Share a different view.

Blog

The Infra Blog offers cutting edge perspective on a broad spectrum of Infra topics. Frequent updates and provocative posts highlight hot button topics -- essential ingredients of a national Infra dialogue.

Dear Friends,

 

It is encouraging to finally see clear signs of federal action to support a comprehensive US infrastructure investment plan.

 

Now more than ever, our advocacy is needed to keep stakeholders informed and connected, and to hold politicians to their promises to finally fix our nation’s ailing infrastructure.

 

We have already engaged nearly 280,000 users, and hoping to add many more as interest continues to grow.

 

We require your support in order to rise to this occasion, to make the most of this opportunity. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to InfrastructureUSA.org.

 

Steve Anderson

Managing Director

 

SteveAnderson@InfrastructureUSA.org

917-940-7125

InfrastructureUSA: Citizen Dialogue About Civil Infrastructure