Tag: Better Roads: Page 16

Roadbuilding

From bonding to bidding, free Ill. workshop aims to help contractors

The workshop will help emerging and established construction firms learn how to participate on highway and vertical construction contracts. Details here.

February 21, 2019

Roadbuilding

Calif. bridge reopens hours after chunks of concrete fall from upper deck

Several hours fter concrete chunks fell from the westbound upper deck onto the eastbound lower deck, all lanes of the bridge were reopened. Details here.

February 21, 2019

Roadbuilding

New call in Ohio for increased gas tax as ODOT funds dwindle for upkeep, projects

In Ohio there's push for a raise in the 28-cents-a gallon gas tax. Members of the Governor's Advisory Committee on Transportation Infrastructure have asked for the hike while releasing their report on options for maintaining and enhancing Ohio’s transportation infrastructure.

February 20, 2019

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TRB releases study on innovative materials, technologies for bridge construction

A study released by the Transportation Research Board says, innovative materials and technologies are reducing bridge maintenance. Read more on this.

February 20, 2019

Roadbuilding

AEM, NAPA, NSSGA chiefs discuss infrastructure funding, workforce at AGG1/WOA

The discussion panel was made up of several high-profile and reputable industry professionals that discussed infrastructure, spending and much more. More here.

February 19, 2019

Roadbuilding

KDOT trying to hire hundreds of operators amid high turnover

The State of Kansas needs 1,200 operators, but it only has half of those positions filled. More information here on Equipment Word.

February 18, 2019

Roadbuilding

Researchers use quarry by-product to improve pavement stability and longevity

Researchers constructed 12 HMA roadways and four construction platform test sections and subjected them to real-life traffic and environmental conditions.

February 18, 2019

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Kan. DOT investing $160M to strengthen highway system

The Kansas DOT plans to invest $160 million in revenue to kickstart delayed projects. Get details on Kansas Department of Transportation's infrastructure plans.

February 15, 2019

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Corpus Christi’s new Harbor Bridge Project showing progress

Corpus Christi's Harbor Bridge Project is showing good progress, even though it isn't scheduled to be completed until 2020. Get more details on Equipment World.

February 15, 2019

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Neb. to complete Lincoln South Beltway project ahead of schedule

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is expected to complete its Lincoln South Beltway construction project earlier than expected. Get details here.

February 14, 2019

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Alaska DOT thanks AGC members for post-earthquake infrastructure repair

The Alaska DOT recognized those who played an important role in repairing the infrastructure that was damaged by a powerful earthquake in the state of Alaska.

February 14, 2019

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N.C. swing-span bridge closed when locking mechanism fails to work

The bridge reopened January 31 after several hours of being closed. The locking mechanism on the swing-span failed to work properly. More here.

February 12, 2019