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Roadbuilding

DOTs recommend pedestrian, commuter vigilance on Halloween

Departments of transportation are reminding motorists and pedestrians to be more aware today during evening commute times as trick-or-treaters make their rounds. Reports of pedestrian injuries and fatalities typically increase on Halloween. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says in 2013 pedestrian fatalities on Halloween accounted for 31 percent of all traffic fatalities, double the […]

October 31, 2016

Business

Former Caterpillar chairman and CEO Glen Barton dies

Caterpillar announced that its former chairman and chief executive officer, Glen Barton, has died at the age of 77. Barton had nearly 43 years of service with Caterpillar when he retired in 2004. “The Caterpillar family is extremely saddened by Glen’s passing,” current Caterpillar chairman and CEO Doug Oberhelman said in a company statement. “Glen’s legacy of […]

October 28, 2016

Roadbuilding

Oregon DOT replaces century-old bridge, moves it 12 miles to a new home

The Oregon Department of Transportation has completed the replacement of a bridge that is more than a century old in Minam. According to a report from The Observer, after the historic 1911 Deer Creek Road Bridge was deemed not up to current requirements, ODOT and the State Historic Preservation Office worked to find it a new home. […]

October 28, 2016

Roadbuilding

Wisconsin vehicle miles traveled reaches all-time high at 62.1 billion miles

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) says the statewide vehicle miles traveled (VMT) for the state reached 62.1 billion miles in 2015, a jump of 2.1 billion miles compared to 2014 and the highest every recorded. The state had not seen an increase of that magnitude in 17 years, and WisDOT attributes the boost to […]

October 28, 2016

Roadbuilding

NCDOT opens public comment period for 10-year transportation plan project scoring

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is accepting public comments on division-level projects included in the state’s 10-year transportation plan until November 7. The agency opened the plan to public participation earlier this year and reported a “record” response both online and at regional meetings. NCDOT reported more than 3,000 people visited the website […]

October 28, 2016

Roadbuilding

Illinois Tollway’s proposed budget includes $915.1 million for Move Illinois projects

The Illinois Tollway’s 2017 Tentative Budget includes $915.1 million in funding for Move Illinois projects and $336 million for annual maintenance and operations. The agency projects revenue of $1.38 billion. “The business of the Illinois Tollway is moving goods and services that support our economy, as well as providing for safe and efficient travel for […]

October 27, 2016

Roadbuilding

Temporary repairs begin on Florida A1A after Hurricane Matthew damage

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) selected Halifax Paving to complete temporary repairs to sections of Florida A1A in Flagler Beach which was damaged by Hurricane Matthew earlier this month. The project is valued at $3.95 million and involves repairs to a 1.3-mile section of the roadway. FDOT says the primary focus of the project […]

October 27, 2016

Roadbuilding

Wisconsin gets $1.6 million from FHWA for road and bridge repairs

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is providing $1.6 million in emergency relief funds to Wisconsin to use for repairs to roads and bridges damaged by recent flooding there. Heavy rains and flooding from severe storms in August and September damaged roads in 17 counties across state, causing washouts of roads, culverts and mutli-use paths. “We […]

October 27, 2016

Roadbuilding

Build ‘Em & Bust ‘Em bridge competition teaches Central NY students engineering basics

November 6, is the last day teams can sign up for the 17th annual Central New York Bridges Build ‘Em & Bust ‘Em Competition, which takes place November 12 at the Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science & Technology (MOST), syracuse.com reports. The goal of the competition is to teach students engineering basics, with the hope that some will […]

October 27, 2016

Roadbuilding

NHTSA proposed guidance aims to improve motor vehicle cybersecurity

The U.S Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued proposed guidance for improving motor vehicle cybersecurity as a means of protecting against “malicious cyber-attacks and unauthorized access.” “Cybersecurity is a safety issue, and a top priority at the Department,” says Transportation Se. Anthony Foxx. “Our intention with today’s guidance is to […]

October 26, 2016

Roadbuilding

Carlson named acting secretary of Kansas DOT, director of Turnpike Authority

Gov. Sam Brownback has named Richard Carlson acting secretary of the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) and director of the Kansas Turnpike Authority (KTA). His appointment will have to be confirmed by the state senate. Carlson has serviced as KDOT’s interim secretary since mid-July, following the resignation of Mike King from the secretary position. “Richard Carlson […]

October 26, 2016

Roadbuilding

Virginia’s Toll Relief program to help low income residents with Elizabeth River Tunnels toll costs

Gov. Terry McAuliffe has announced the Toll Relief program for tolls through the Elizabeth River Tunnels, a program aimed at providing assistance for low-income residents in the Norfolk and Portsmouth, Virginia, areas. Elizabeth River Crossings, which operates the Elizabeth River Tunnels, will pay $500,000 a year for 10 years to help offset the cost of […]

October 26, 2016