Macomb County Department of Roads announces pavement preservation projects planned for 2026

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. – The Macomb County Department of Roads (MCDR) announced plans for preventative maintenance and repair work as part of the agency’s annual asphalt and concrete Pavement Preservation Program (PPP), which includes work on 63 primary and local roadways throughout the county.

“The Department of Roads has an extensive toolbox, uses a full mix of comprehensive maintenance strategies and makes data-driven investments to enhance the quality and longevity of our roadways,” said Macomb County Executive Mark A. Hackel. “The pavement preservation program reflects our commitment to delivering cost-effective and sustainable solutions for Macomb County residents and the motoring public."

MCDR is investing $24 million into the pavement preservation program in 2026. PPP uses a mix of preventative maintenance and rehabilitation solutions best suited for each situation including asphalt and concrete repairs, crack sealing and resurfacing measures. PPP projects are selected by MCDR based on data, conditions and community needs.

“Performing preventative maintenance work on roads that are in good to fair condition is a strategic and cost-effective way to improve and extend the service life of our roadways,” said MCDR Director Bryan Santo. “Preserving recently constructed or rehabilitated roadways and identifying and addressing minor issues before they turn into significant concerns reduces the need for reconstruction work and the high costs associated with major projects.”

The schedules for individual PPP projects will vary based on location. Projects are typically completed within 30 days of starting and work is weather dependent. During PPP projects, roads will remain open to through traffic with intermittent lane closures during construction and flagging operations to stop traffic when necessary. Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to seek alternate routes when possible. All PPP projects are expected to be completed by the end of the year.

Work includes notable Macomb County roadways such as Mound Road between M-102 and I-696, Dequindre Road between M-102 and Maple Lane Avenue, Dequindre Road between 13 Mile Road and 14 Mile Road, Metropolitan Parkway between Mound Road and M-53, and 25 Mile Road between Dequindre Road and Mound Road.

Due to the significant cost of road reconstruction, planned work on Mound Road, Dequindre Road and Metropolitan Parkway are short-term preventive maintenance measures while MCDR seeks federal funding that will help provide the funding needed for long-term solutions.

The 2026 PPP program includes 20 asphalt overlay projects, 15 concrete patching projects and 28 crack sealing locations. Below is a list of planned projects.

For a list of MCDR projects, maps and information, visit macombgov.org/macombworkzone. The public can stay up to date of what's happening on Macomb County’s roadways by signing up for real-time lane closures and construction updates online.