Please be advised that two water main breaks have occurred at 8 Mile & Lahser Road. Crews are currently onsite working to fix the problems. Residents in the area may experience discolored water during this time; however, it is still safe for consumption. While water does not need to be boiled since it is not contaminated, residents may still opt to do so as a precaution. Lahser Road just north of 8 Mile Road is closed to northbound traffic due to the water main break. Southbound Lahser Road remains open to traffic in the work zone area. Motorists should expect the northbound section of Lahser Road to remain closed at least through Friday morning. Repairs are expected to be completed by tomorrow (1/17/20). More information will be forthcoming as it is available. In the interim, please call the Water Dept at (248) 796-4850 with any additional questions.
Engineering
Welcome to the Southfield Engineering Department
The Engineering Department is responsible for the planning and oversight of capital improvement projects within Public Works. The department also works to ensure that the City's interests are addressed on projects designed by other agencies and reviews private property site development plans to ensure City standards are met in respect to paving, grading, utilities and soil erosion controls. The department issues permits for, and inspects all work, within public rights-of-way. The Engineering Department also prepares Special Assessment District Projects and other infrastructure improvement plans as assigned by City Council.
The Engineering Department leads the Storm Water Division and Geographic Information System (GIS). Engineering works closely with the Public Works Department to manage our road, water main, sanitary, and storm system assets. The Engineering Department strives to provide the City of Southfield with well-planned infrastructure improvements with the purpose of extending the life of our assets and improving our level of service.
