quickfact:

The first surveyed road in Michigan was Pontiac Road (now called M 1 or Woodward Avenue) connecting Detroit and Pontiac - 1819.
 
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
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Worst Pothole Contest Underway


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Tuesday, March 9, 2010
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Michigan drivers have the chance to win $370 in cash during the Michigan Transportation Team’s (MTT)...

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Drive MI Pothole Photo Contest
The search for Michigan's greatest roadway crater

Thank you to all contestants who submitted their photos and stories!

The Winners

servicedrive
getty

Service Dr. on N. M-10 & Howard
Detroit MI

Getty Street
Muskegon MI
frostdr
marshrd
Frost Drive
Saginaw MI
Marsh Road
Haslett MI

Due to the stiff competition of frame-busting pothole pictures, the MTT is also like to give honorable mention recognition to a number of potholes across the state:

  • Outer Drive North of Ford Rd., Detroit
  • Westbound 10 Mile Rd. between Evergreen & Lahser, Detroit
  • Lake Lansing Rd., Lansing
  • Mudd Lake Rd., Barry County
  • Marquette Woods Rd., Royalton Township

The Contestants


fifth st and columbia
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Michigan Avenue, Lansing, Michigan
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