<p>The Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTPW) keeps the County moving
by connecting people, communities, and opportunities through a world-class transportation
network. Our mission is to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient public transportation
services while building and maintaining the critical infrastructure that supports
the growing and vibrant communities of Miami-Dade County.</p>
<p>Our mass transit system includes:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="/global/transportation/metrobus.page">Metrobus</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1761338204600511">BRT
Metro Express</a></li>
<li><a href="/global/transportation/metrorail.page">Metrorail</a></li>
<li><a href="/global/transportation/metromover.page">Metromover</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1603294207891707">MetroConnect
microtransit service</a></li>
<li><a href="/global/service.page?Mduid_service=ser1471890065439510">Special Transportation
Service</a></li>
</ul>
<p>Beyond public transportation, the department plays a vital role in maintaining
and enhancing the county’s transportation infrastructure. DTPW manages and maintains
all countywide traffic signals, traffic control signs, street signage, pavement markings,
and county- and state-owned street lighting systems to help keep roadways safe and
accessible.</p>
<p>The department’s <a href="https://www.miamidade.gov/global/transportation/public-works/home.page">Public
Works operations</a> also oversee the construction, operation, and maintenance of
movable and fixed bridges, roadway repairs, swales, guardrails, and county road rights-of-way.
In addition, DTPW operates and maintains the iconic<a href="https://www.miamidade.gov/global/service.page?Mduid_service=ser1684342734896148">
Rickenbacker and Venetian causeways</a>, ensuring safe and seamless travel for residents
and visitors alike.</p>
<p>The department is also committed to protecting the community and environment through
management of the <a href="https://www.miamidade.gov/global/transportation/public-works/stormwater-utility.page">County
Stormwater Utility</a>, supporting flood prevention efforts, water quality protection,
and maintenance of the secondary canal system.</p>
<p>To support responsible development and public safety, DTPW’s <a href="https://www.miamidade.gov/global/transportation/public-works/home.page">Public
Works team</a> manages permitting for all work within County rights-of-way and enforces
compliance for unpermitted work.</p>
<p>Together, the Department of Transportation and Public Works is building smarter
infrastructure, improving mobility, and creating stronger connections for the future.</p>
<p>Read more about our local policies and Administrative Orders for <a href="https://www.miamidade.gov/global/transportation/equal-employment-opportunity.page">equal
employment opportunity</a>, <a href="https://www.miamidade.gov/global/service.page?Mduid_service=ser154032152188682">Disadvantaged
Business Enterprise Program</a>, <a href="https://www.miamidade.gov/global/service.page?Mduid_service=ser1478804354805457">accessible
Transit services</a>, and filing a <a href="https://www.miamidade.gov/global/service.page?Mduid_service=ser1499958278524275">discrimination
complaint (Title VI) on Transit</a>.</p>