Service Requests
As you come across potholes, contact us with a good description of where they are -- nearest address, distance from intersection, what side of the road, etc. We can always use another set of “eyes” out there!
Report road problems to 231-922-4848 or email us at: gtcrc@gtcrc.org
Winter Preparedness
We are gearing up for winter. Our winter sand pile is nearly as tall as as our salt barn. Sander boxes, spreaders and blades are being installed as our trucks change gears from summer to winter operations.
There is still time to check your furnace and its filters, smoke detectors, chimneys and mailboxes. The often-overlooked mailbox needs to be checked, too. Click here for a quick overview on mailbox winter survival tips - a few minutes of inspection and repair could save hours of outdoor repairs and lost/damaged mail.
Snowfall summary is as follows:
November 2011 2.5"
December 2011 2.75"
January 2012 48.50" for a season total of 53.75"
Check the snowfall detail amounts here.
Notice to Bidders
We are currently out for Bid Annual Material and Services so if you know a business that would benefit from knowing, please let them know or pass along their information to us so we can send them an email. The items out for bid are too numerous to list here, so please visit our Bid page.
The Road Commission is also going out for bid for Truck(s) and Installation of Equipment for the trucks. Please visit our Bid page for details.
PrintFAQ
How are speed limits determined on county roads?
A common disperception is that the Road Commission has the authority to install speed limit signs at its discretion. Before a speed limit sign can be posted, a joint "speed study" must be conducted involving the township, the Michigan State Police and the Road Commission.
As of November 9, 2006 a new primia fascie law was adopted allowing speed limits to be set according to road type and access points. An engineering study may still be required.
Click here to view a short video by the Michigan State Police & Michigan Department of Transporatation about establishing realistic speed limits.
What causes a pothole?
Water seeping into small cracks in the pavement freezes and thaws. The expansion cycle process causes the potholes to "grow."
What is the average cost to pave a mile of road?
It may cost up to $1.5 million to widen (reconstruct) a road from two-lanes to four lanes.
What does the Road Commission do with my property tax?
Nothing! Contrary to popular belief, no property taxes come to the Road Commission. Residents may "tax" themselves for special assessment districts. Our main revenue source comes through the purchase of gasoline and diesel.