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Roadbuilding: Page 153
Roadbuilding
NMSU receives 5-year grant from U.S. DOT to establish regional transportation research center
New Mexico State University received a five-year grant and nearly $2.5 million for the 2017 fiscal year from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s University Transportation Centers (UTCs) program to establish a regional transportation research center, the Las Cruces Sun-News reports. The university’s Civil Engineering Department is a member of the Transportation Consortium of South-Central States […]
January 19, 2017
Roadbuilding
Ennis-Flint purchases American Traffic Products
Pavement marking material manufacturer Ennis-Flint, based in Thomasville, North Carolina, has purchased paint and thermoplastic producer American Traffic Products (ATP). “We are excited to continue our growth at Ennis-Flint with this acquisition,” says Matt Soule, Ennis-Flint president. “Most importantly, we’re excited that the entire ATP sales and operations team will join our organization. Members of […]
January 19, 2017
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Roadbuilding
Penn., Ohio, Michigan groups form Smart Belt Coalition to focus on automated vehicle tech
Transportation agencies from Pennsylvania, Ohio and Michigan have formed the Smart Belt Coalition to focus on automated and connected vehicle initiatives. “I’m excited for us to continue our efforts in fostering safe and effective development of this technology,” Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary Leslie S. Richards says. “This multi-state partnership not only offers fantastic collaboration […]
January 19, 2017
Roadbuilding
ARTBA report identifies regulatory reforms seen as key to Trump administration
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) has released a report identifying 20 federal policies and regulations it sees as key for the incoming Trump administration to address in coming years. The association says some of these are “hindering the ability to complete transportation improvement projects efficiently, safely, in a timely manner and in […]
January 18, 2017
Roadbuilding
New ASTM standard on recycling concrete helps boost sustainable construction
According to ASTM International, its new standard on recycling returned fresh concrete, C1798, Specification for Returned Fresh Concrete for Use in a New Batch of Ready-Mixed Concrete, will help manufacturing plants better support sustainable construction practices. Developed by ASTM’s C09 committee on concrete, the new standard covers process, verification, and record-keeping procedures for concrete recycling. “Quite simply, this standard […]
January 18, 2017
Roadbuilding
Georgia DOT awards 25 contracts valued at $54.3 million for January
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for January has awarded 25 contracts valued at $54.3 million, with the majority (73 percent) dedicated to road surfacing and maintenance work. Thirteen of the awarded contracts, valued at $39.9 million, will involve resurfacing and maintenance of 170 miles of state highways, bringing the fiscal year 2017 total in […]
January 18, 2017
Roadbuilding
Minnesota DOT releases final versions of 20-year capital, multimodal plans
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has released the final versions of its 20-year policy and highway capital investment plan, which indicates $39 billion will be needed over that 20-year period, as well as statewide multimodal plan. MnDOT’s Minnesota State Highway Investment Plan finds there will be an $18 billion “gap between system needs and […]
January 18, 2017
Roadbuilding
USDOT: Investment needed to improve transportation infrastructure up 3.4% to $836 billion
A new report from the U.S. Department of Transportation finds there is a $836 billion investment backlog of projects needed for the country’s transportation infrastructure. “We have an infrastructure system that is fundamental to the nation’s economic health, and it needs greater attention and resources,” says Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx. “Improving our nation’s roads, bridges, […]
January 17, 2017
Roadbuilding
Connecticut DOT releases $10.9 billion five-year capital plan
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has released its $10.9 billion, five-year capital plan for fiscal years 2017-2021 covering highways, bridges, public transportation and bicycle and pedestrian needs. “The Department has leveraged state and federal resources to advance one of our largest construction programs in recent years,” says CTDOT Commissioner James P. Redeker. “Investment in […]
January 17, 2017
Roadbuilding
Nebraska DOR picks projects for County Bridge Match Program
The Nebraska Department of Roads (NDOR) has selected project proposals for the first round of the County Bridge Match Program, which provides funding to counties for the “innovative replacement and repair of deficient county bridges.” This round provides $4 million to be distributed to 22 proposals in 32 counties and 68 bridges across the state. […]
January 17, 2017
Roadbuilding
Ohio’s highest bridge opens to traffic after 6 years of construction
After six years of construction, traffic is once again moving on the Jeremiah Morrow Bridge, a section of Interstate 71 that spans the Little Miami River connecting Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati in Ohio. Limaohio.com reports that state transportation officials expect the project to be completed within the $104 million budget. “The completion of this project will have an […]
January 17, 2017
Roadbuilding
Transportation secretary nominee Chao cites safety, private investment, technology in hearing
President-elect Donald Trump’s Transportation Secretary nominee Elaine Chao highlighted safety, private investment and technology during her nomination hearing before the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation Jan. 11. Chao previously served as Labor Secretary under George W. Bush and as Deputy Transportation Secretary under George H.W. Bush, so she has a close familiarity with […]
January 16, 2017
Roadbuilding
AASHTO picks Idaho Transportation Department innovation program as prototype
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) has selected the Idaho Transportation Department’s (ITD) innovation program as a prototype for other state departments to use. ITD reports AASHTO called Innovate ITD! a “best-in-class process” and the association’s Innovation Initiative committee plans to work with the department to “showcase the innovation” to other […]
January 16, 2017
Roadbuilding
TRIP: Road and bridge conditions cost Montana drivers $794 million per year
Deteriorated conditions, congestion and minimal safety features on roads and bridges are costing Montana motorists $794 million per year ($1,417 per driver) associated with increased vehicle operating costs (VOC), traffic crashes and delays according to a report from The Road Improvement Program (TRIP). TRIP periodically releases state reports such as this one, available at tripnet.org, and […]
January 16, 2017
Roadbuilding
Floodwaters in Calif. wash out part of Alhambra Valley Road
Flooding in California opened up a massive sinkhole causing part of Alhambra Valley Road near Pinole and Richmond, to collapse on Wednesday, NBC Bay Area reports. The YouTube video below shows the rushing floodwaters and the large gap in the road they created. “The Pinole Creek, it runs right through there,” Pinole resident Jeremy Gomez told […]
January 16, 2017
Roadbuilding
Georgia DOT to open first diverging diamond interchange outside of metro Atlanta area
The Georgia Department of Transportation plans to open the state’s first diverging diamond interchange (DDI) outside of metropolitan Atlanta on Jan. 15 at the intersection of I-95 and SR 21 at Exit 109. DDIs, one of a few new alternative interchange designs being implemented in the U.S., eliminate left turns that have to clear opposing […]
January 13, 2017
Roadbuilding
USDOT establishes advisory committee on transportation automation
The U.S. Department of Transportation has formed a new advisory committee tasked with focusing on automation issues across the transportation industry, including automated vehicles and research, policy and regulations. The first meeting will be held Jan. 16. “During my time at the department, we have fostered some of the most significant technological changes to ever […]
January 13, 2017
Roadbuilding
Caltrans creates new position in Chief of Innovation, Risk and Strategic Management
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has named Blair Thompson as its first Chief of Innovation, Risk and Strategic Management, with the goal of streamlining and improving the agency’s performance. “Blair Thompson will be a valuable addition to the Caltrans executive team,” says Caltrans Director Malcolm Dougherty. “He will help Caltrans accomplish its strategic goals […]
January 13, 2017
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