Buckhorn lake at lake state railway in rose township, oakland county

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded $308,773.92 to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) on May 8, 2025, under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205). This Formula Grant funds the installation of flashers and half roadway gates at the Lake State Railway crossing in Rose Township, Oakland County, Michigan. These safety enhancements represent a critical transportation infrastructure improvement designed to reduce hazards at the rail-highway grade crossing and protect vehicular and pedestrian traffic.

The project exemplifies the Highway Planning and Construction program's broad scope, which supports highway-related safety improvements and infrastructure preservation across the United States. As a state department of transportation, MDOT leverages Formula Grant funding through the Federal-aid Highway Program to implement safety projects that do not require discretionary approval, enabling the state to address critical crossing protection needs within its transportation network. This award supports MDOT's ongoing capacity to manage transportation infrastructure projects that enhance public safety and operational efficiency throughout Michigan.

Project description

Install flashers and half roadway gates at lake state railway in rose township, oakland county