Michigan’s Pothole Season Is Here—What You Need To Know

Whether you are on the west side, the east side, or somewhere in between, you feel like Michigan's roads are getting worse every year.

With pothole season in full swing, drivers across the state are already dealing with the treacherous roads.

Is it really getting worse, or does it just feel that way?

Why Do Michigan Roads Fall Apart Every Spring?

Michigan's freeze-thaw cycle is a pothole's best friend and a driver's worst nightmare.

Water seeps into the cracks in the road, freezes, expands, and then melts, leaving behind weakened pavement that crumbles under the weight of traffic.

The heavy snow and ice this winter haven't helped one bit, and now that the weather is (slightly) warming up, those cracks are turning into full-fledged potholes at an alarming rate.

How To Report Potholes In Michigan

The good news? You can do something about it! If you come across a nasty pothole, report it:

• MDOT Roads (State Highways & Interstates)
  • Submit a report to Michigan.gov
• For Local Roads
  • Contact your county road commission or city public works department
• Detroit
  • For Detroit only, use the "Improve Detroit " app

Until repairs are made, stay alert, slow down, and keep a firm grip on the wheel - Michigan roads aren't getting smoother anytime soon!