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Kentucky Transportation Cabinet releases data-driven prioritized project list

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has released a prioritized project list rated by its new Strategic Highway Investment Formula for Tomorrow (SHIFT) that looks at a project’s safety, congestion, asset management, economic growth and cost-benefit ratios. The Virginia Department of Transportation instituted a similar project assessment program called SMART SCALE last year. KYTC says it […]

June 30, 2017

Roadbuilding

Illinois transportation project shutdown could cost millions per week, thousands of jobs

The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) Chief Economist Dr. Allison Premo Black says a “prolonged” shutdown of transportation projects in Illinois, which could be initiated by June 30 if the Illinois legislature does not approve a state budget, could potentially cost $345 million per week and put 43,000 related jobs at risk. Two […]

June 29, 2017

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Nevada’s Move Over law includes DOT vehicles starting July 1

Nevada’s Mover Over law will include Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) and Freeway Service Patrol vehicles beginning July 1. Violators of the law can be charged with a misdemeanor. The state recently added this amendment to the law that requires drivers to “slow down, proceed with caution, and, if possible, move to the far lane […]

June 29, 2017

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Oregon DOT launches redesigned website with responsive design

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has redesigned its website, www.oregon.gov/odot, with a responsive design and “a fresh new look and easier navigation.” The agency says it has added enhanced search features and streamlined navigation and site structure. “The best way to get to know the new site is to explore it,” ODOT reports. “If […]

June 29, 2017

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Illinois, Iowa officials hold groundbreaking for I-74 Bridge Reconstruction Project

The governors of Iowa and Illinois, along with other officials from both states, recently held a groundbreaking ceremony launching the Interstate 74 Mississippi River Bridge reconstruction project, which will take more than three years to complete. “Working together, our states and communities will build a modern, state-of-the-art project that showcases the quality of our workforce […]

June 28, 2017

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TRIP: U.S. rural transportation system has ‘significant’ deficiencies

The U.S. rural transportation system has “significant deficiencies” and is in need of repairs and modernization, according to The Road Improvement Program’s (TRIP) most recent report. “Rural Connections: Challenges and Opportunities in America’s Heartland,” finds 15 percent of the rural roads in the country are rated in poor condition, with 21 percent in mediocre condition, […]

June 28, 2017

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Mississippi DOT announces 2017 Equipment Roadeo winners

The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) recently held its statewide Equipment Operators Roadeo in Jackson that featured competitors from its six districts. MDOT says the event focuses on proficiency in knowledge, skills and abilities of its maintenance workforce. Roadeos also put emphasis on training, the department adds, and looks at how employees “maintain and enhance […]

June 27, 2017

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Ky. Transportation Cabinet seeks mechanic apprenticeship applicants

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is accepting applications for its new Transportation Mechanic Apprenticeship Program (TMAP) from students enrolled in an automotive or diesel technology program with the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS). The apprenticeships would involve working with local Kentucky Department of Highways maintenance garages. The TMAP program is the state’s first […]

June 27, 2017

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NCDOT adds plaque to rest area honoring employees who died on the job

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has added the first of 61 plaques at rest areas to honor department employees who have died on the job. The first plaque was placed at the Interstate 85 North Davidson County rest area. “This plaque allows everyone to see the sacrifice NCDOT workers and their families make […]

June 27, 2017

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Volvo touts new P4410B as a commercial-heavy highway crossover paver

Volvo Construction Equipment says it has created a commercial-heavy highway crossover paver with its new P4410B tracked machine by adding a powerful engine in a compact machine platform. “The P4410B is designed to be the most utilized paver in any fleet,” says John Mooney, product manager. “Whether the job is light highway or heavy commercial, […]

June 26, 2017

Roadbuilding

USDOT to host free public workshops on connected vehicle integration with ITS architecture

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) is planning to host two public workshops to discuss the integration of details of connected vehicle capabilities into the National Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Architecture. The workshops will cover National ITS Architecture, version 7.1 integration with the Connected Vehicle Reference Implementation Architecture into ARC-IT Version 8.0. “ARC-IT provides a […]

June 26, 2017

Roadbuilding

West Virginia gov. signs transportation funding bill

West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice has signed into law legislation that will provide funding to the State Road Fund through a combination of tax and fee increases. “I’m really proud of the fact that we’ve got a roads plan that is historic in every way,” Justice says. “This will create tens of thousands of jobs […]

June 26, 2017