SOM Michigan Infrastructure Council Debuts Public and Private Infrastructure 'Dig Once' Coordination Tool March 16, 2021 Infrastructure owners across water, transportation, utilities and communications now have a new tool to document future construction after a new "dig once" project portal was released today by the Michigan Infrastructure Council (MIC). Known as "The Portal," this new tool enables infrastructure owners in both public and private infrastructure sectors to document future construction. Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology, The Portal alerts owners of overlapping projects and provides contact information, enabling the opportunity for a "dig once" approach at a work site. "The Portal is an essential step in ensuring our state's infrastructure is managed seamlessly," Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said. "Since the first day of my administration, I have prioritized fixing our state's roads and bridges and ensuring all Michiganders have access to safe, clean drinking water. Public and private partners who use this tool will be able to communicate on how to best approach a work site, allowing them to save money and time, while enhancing collaboration on specific projects."