2021 Road Construction Map (GIS version)

The map is subject to frequent changes and updates.

2021 Road Construction Map (PDF version)

2021 road construction projects can be viewed through a map provided by the R.C.O.C.

2022 Road Construction Project List

A list of 2022 Road Commission for Oakland County major road construction projects (list is subject to changes). Additional information on preservation overlays, concrete slab replacements and spot resurfacing will be listed on the Road Projects page in 2022.

10 Mile Road, Meadowbrook to Haggerty Road (2022-23)

In 2022 and 2023, 10 Mile Road, from Haggerty to Meadownbrook Road, will be resurfaced. Project also includes culvert replacements and watermain installations. Numerous safety improvements are part of the project.

12 Mile Road, Lahser to Evergreen Road

In 2021,12 Mile Road from Lahser to Evergreen Road in the City of Southfield will be reconstructed.

Adams Road

In 2021, Adams Road from Long Lake Road to Square Lake Road in the City of Troy will be resurfaced along with improvements to drainage, Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant sidewalk ramp upgrades, and traffic signal replacement. The remainder of the project will be completed in 2022.

Avon Road, Dequindre to 23 Mile Road

Starting in the fall of 2021, improvements will begin on the Avon Road corridor, from Dequindre Road to 23 Mile Road on the Oakland/Macomb County border. Work includes replacing the Avon Road bridge over the over the Clinton River. Roundabouts are expected to be constructed at Avon/23 Mile Road and Avon/Dequindre Road. Additionally, a three-lane road, with a continuous center left-turn lane, will be constructed between the roundabouts. Improvements will address congestion, safety concerns and pedestrian accessibility while minimizing impacts on historic areas and natural features.

Cass Lake Road Culvert Replacement

In 2022, the R.C.O.C. will remove and replace the culvert under Cass Lake Road that carries the Cass Lake/Otter Lake Canal. The project includes Waterford Township watermain relocation work in the winter of 2022. Both projects will require require road closures.

Concrete Slab Replacement

RCOC is planning concrete slab replacement on several roads throughout Oakland County in 2021.

Cooley Lake Road Culvert Replacement

In the summer of 2022, Cooley Lake Road will close just west of Carroll Lake Road for the removal and replacement of two culverts under the road. The approximate $1.8 million project is funded with combination of federal road funds and R.C.O.C. dollars.

Currie Road

Currie Road paving project from 8 Mile Road to 10 Mile Road will start in 2021. During the first phase, Currie Road from 9 Mile Road to 10 Mile Road will be reconstructed including paving the gravel road with asphalt. The second phase reconstruction from 8 Mile Road to 9 Mile Road will take place in 2022.

Elizabeth Lake Road Roundabouts-White Lake Township

In 2022, the RCOC in partnership with White Lake Township, will construct single lane roundabouts at the intersections of Elizabeth Lake Road and Teggerdine Road and Elizabeth Lake Road and Oxbow Lake Road intersections. Both projects will improve intersection safety.

Fish Lake Road Culvert Replacements

In 2022, Fish Lake Road just south of Grange Hall Road will close for the replacements of two culverts. The culverts carry the Shiawassee River and the Patterson Holly Drain.

High-Friction Surface Treatment

The Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC) continues to be a leader in safety and will once again use a “high-friction surface treatment” to improve traction on two curves on roads in Oakland County. In 2021, Clarkston Road from Thistle Valley Lane to Pine Tree Road and the Baldwin/Indianwood Road roundabout will benefit from the treatment.

Independence Township Road Improvement Millage

In 2018, voters in Independence Township approved a millage for road improvements. The Road Commission for Oakland County continues to work closely with use of those dollars starting in 2020.

Joint Repair Program

Road Commission for Oakland County will be repairing joints on several roads throughout Oakland County during 2020. A list of roads schedule for joint repair is listed on the page.

Maloney Avenue Bridge Replacement

In 2022, the RCOC will replace the Maloney Avenue bridge in Oxford Township.

Orchard Lake Road Culvert (Farmington Hills)

In 2022, a culvert under Orchard Lake Road just north of 10 Mile in Farmington Hills will be removed and replaced.

Orchard Lake Road, Middlebelt to Old Telegraph-2022

Orchard Lake Road -- Road Diet Study

Permit Work and Short-Term Road Closures

Occasionally, the RCOC will close a segment of road for weekend heavy maintenance work. Typically, this work involves replacing culverts which is weather-dependent work, so the schedule could change.

Pontiac Trail, Haggerty to Green Lake Road

In 2022, Pontiac Trail from Haggerty to Green Lake Road in West Bloomfield Township will be reconstructed.

Simple Resurfacing (Preservation Overlays)

Preservation overlays are being done on heavier traveled roads throughout Oakland County. Typically involves placing 2 inches - 2.5 inches of new asphalt. Roads selected have to be in moderately good shape for this process to work.

Southfield Road Environmental Assessment

Spot Resurfacing Program

Spot resurfacing is milling (grinding pavement) and paving sections of heavier traveled roads throughout Oakland County. The asphalt paving is weather, equipment and material dependent. This page provides a list of roads that will receive this heavy maintenance technique.

Subdivision Paving (Special Assessment District)

Subdivision road improvements in townships are done through a process called Special Assessment District (SAD). SAD is a designated area where RCOC is requested to levy an assessment in exchange for road rehabilitation services. The law that authorizes road commissions SADs was adopted by the Michigan Legislature in 1931 in the form of Public Act 246.

Union Lake Road Culvert Replacement

The Union Lake Road culvert between Wise and Commerce roads was scheduled to be replaced in 2021. A major utility conflict has pushed the project to 2022.

Weekly Road Construction & Permit Projects Update

The RCOC provides weekly road construction and permit projects update.

A Guide to Roads and Road Funding

Updated 2018 guide to roads and road funding. Did you know that the RCOC does not get a dime of property taxes to maintain or construct roads?