KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — The Michigan Department of Transportation has announced the recipients of its highway-railroad grade crossing award.
The award money is paid out through the fourth annual Local Grade Crossing Surface Program. The winners are selected on a competitive basis established by state law.
In total, 41 projects were awarded approximately $3 million to fund highway-railroad grade crossing surface improvements. These projects could involve anything from minor asphalt repairs to installing completely new track and surface materials.
MDOT issued the following statement in regards to the award distribution:
“This year, 81 applications were submitted to MDOT by 40 road agencies in partnership with 17 railroad companies. The program offers 60 percent funding for eligible projects, with railroads responsible for the remaining 40 percent 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.”
In Kalamazoo, the following areas were selected as an award recipient for funding:
- Kalamazoo – Mosel Avenue
- Kalamazoo – U Avenue
Both awards will be paid out to the Road Commission of Kalamazoo County.
Elsewhere in Western Michigan, the following projects will also be receiving awards:
- Allegan – 144th Street
- Calhoun – Main Street
- Schoolcraft – Chippewa Avenue
A full list of award recipients can be viewed online at this link.
