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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

Roadbuilding

Two workers injured in fall on NYC’s Verrazano-Narrows Bridge

Two construction workers were injured on the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge during rush hour October 20 when they fell 15 feet. Pix 11 reports a spokesman from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) said the two men were carrying a wooden board on the upper roadway around 7:35 a.m. when a car hit the board and threw the men from the upper […]

October 26, 2016

Roadbuilding

California allocates $244 million in funding for 71 transportation projects

The California Transportation Commission has allocated $244 million in new funding for 71 transportation projects across the state, including $18.5 million from the Active Transportation Program for bicycle and pedestrian projects. The state highway system is getting $87.4 million from the State Highway Operation and Protection Program for 18 projects, including pavement repair, preservation work, […]

October 25, 2016

Roadbuilding

Connecticut DOT launches study of I-95 corridor improvements and economic development

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has launched a $1.13 million study of traffic, safety and transit improvements and economic development potential for the Interstate 95 corridor from Greenwich to North Stonington in reference to multimodal planning programs. “Our goal is to develop a detailed implementation plan that includes conceptual designs, impact assessments, cost estimates, […]

October 25, 2016

Roadbuilding

Minnesota, Wisconsin dedicate new $187.5 million Dresbach Bridge

Members of the Minnesota and Wisconsin departments of transportation recently dedicated the new Dresbach Bridge on Interstate 90, which crosses the Mississippi River near La Crosse, Wisconsin. The $187.5 million project, which began in 2012, involved the reconstruction of the Highway 61/14 and I-90 interchange in addition to the new crossing and old bridge removal. […]

October 25, 2016