Washtenaw Area Transportation Study

In 2025, Washtenaw County had 33 crashes involving school buses.
This is a reminder to drive safely as we head back to school! Stop for flashing red lights and extended stop arms. Stay alert, slow down, and never pass a school bus with red lights flashing.

Check out this article featuring a local project in the City of Dexter, which includes an approved planning grant from WATS for $40,000 to study traffic conditions on Dan Hoey Rd.
Read more: https://bit.ly/3UoGQsq

In 2025, there were 9,652 total crashes in Washtenaw County—192 fewer than in 2024, marking a 2% decrease.
Let’s remember to drive with caution and help save lives!

Historically, Denver sidewalks were engraved with the contractor’s stamp. Check out how one grandson is documenting his grandfather’s stamps across the city, highlighting a unique part of Denver’s transportation history.
Read more: https://bit.ly/3RPnCeS

The pedestrian path on the Gordie Howe International Bridge is open and features a 12 foot wide two-way path.
Learn more facts about the non-motorized path before you go: https://bit.ly/4bwan9A

The recently opened Gordie Howe bridge features a new multi-use path connecting Windsor and Detroit.
Read more about how this path connects the two cities in more ways than one.
https://bit.ly/4h8CJu2

Check out the August 2026 WATS Up Newsletter!
Sign up for our newsletter on our website: http://miwats.org

According to Strava Metro’s 2025 Bike Commute Report, 550 million miles of bike commutes were logged - the equivalent of circling the world about 22,000 times.
Read more: https://tinyurl.com/3t2vws9e

Looking for ideas for your next biking adventure? This article highlights some of the world’s best rail trails! �Read more: https://tinyurl.com/yn83hctx

The current Guinness World Record for the largest e-bike party and ride is currently held by Seattle, WA at 405 e-bike cyclists.
Check out how Portland, OR hopes to break that record!
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pr9ZP3