KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced the recipients for its annual Local Grade Crossing Surface Program in 2022, which includes some in Kalamazoo.
“With approximately 4,800 public railroad crossing surfaces in Michigan, they can be very expensive to maintain or upgrade,” MDOT Office of Rail director Peter Anastor said in a statement. “In cooperation with local road agencies, this program can financially assist railroad companies in repairing their crossings, which will improve safety and provide smoother surfaces for road users.”
According to MDOT, the recipients of this program are selected on a competitive basis established by state law.
50 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, officials said.
Five railroad crossings in Kalamazoo qualified for the program, and are listed as follows:
- Michigan Avenue
- North Street
- Kalamazoo Avenue
- North Street
- Frank Street
MDOT adds that 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.
To view the full list of recipients in 2022, click here.
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