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Roger Millar named Washington State DOT director

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has appointed Roger Millar as secretary of the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). He had been serving as acting secretary since February and previously held the position of deputy secretary. “Roger has proven to be a well-respected leader with an impressive ability to bring people together and find sensible solutions […]

August 11, 2016

Roadbuilding

Ground broken on Corpus Christi’s U.S. 181 Harbor Bridge Replacement Project

Officials recently held a groundbreaking ceremony to symbolically begin the U.S. 181 Harbor Bridge Replacement Project in Corpus Christi, Texas, a project that will be the longest precast concrete cable-stayed span in the U.S. once completed. The project is estimated to be finished in 2021, cost $930 million and will feature six lanes with shoulders. […]

August 11, 2016

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Providence to use Silver Spring Starfish IoT Service for smart streetlights program

Providence, Rhode Island, is partnering with Silver Spring Networks’ Starfish Internet of Things (IoT) service on the city’s streetlight management system in connected 17,000 LED streetlights to modernize and economize its lighting infrastructure. The city can later use the Starfish program for other applications, including smart traffic controls, parking, water, gas and electricity management, environmental […]

August 10, 2016

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N. Carolina DOT reports record response to 10-year transportation plan

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) says it received “record” response to its call for public participation on its 2018-2027 State Transportation Improvement Program planning, citing a combination of an online survey tool and regional meetings for the interactions. “We know people are busy, and it’s not always possible or convenient to attend meetings,” […]

August 10, 2016

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USDOT recognizes PennDOT as ‘model’ for highway project innovation

U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) leaders recently honored the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) for being a “model” for the country “in using state-of-the-art technologies” on highway projects. Deputy Transportation Sec. Victor Mendez and Federal Highway Administrator Gregory Nadeau recognized the agency during PennDOT’s Innovation Showcase in Harrisburg. “For many […]

August 9, 2016

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MassDOT hires Jackie DeWolfe as Director of Sustainable Mobility

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has named LivableStreets Alliance Executive Director Jackie DeWolfe as its new Director of Sustainable Mobility. “We believe Jackie’s experience promoting bicycling, walking, and public transit across the Commonwealth will be valuable to MassDOT as we work to integrate new designs into traditional road projects and strengthen our communities by […]

August 9, 2016

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Arizona DOT receives Gordian’s 2015 Harry H. Mellon Award of Excellence

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has received the 2015 Harry H. Mellon Award of Excellence in Job Order Contracting from the Gordian Group for repairs on U.S. 89A after the House Rock flash flood last year. The Gordian Group has presented the award each year since 2007. It honors those “who work hard on […]

August 9, 2016

Roadbuilding

New Kenco Dual Lift attachment moves two barrier walls at a time

Kenco’s new Dual Lift attachment can lift and move two barrier walls at a time and is fully automatic for hands-free operation, the company says. The Dual Lift can grip a barrier when it is set down and releases only when it has been placed into position. Kenco says the attachment can fit “any type […]

August 8, 2016

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Contractors, workers suffering after one month of N.J. transportation project shutdown

One month after New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie ordered a shutdown of Transportation Trust Fund (TTF) projects due to a funding showdown with the state general assembly, contractors and workers continue to suffer the repercussions. The shutdown affects 900 projects valued at roughly $650 million. Intact projects are those that are funded by the federal […]

August 8, 2016

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NHTSA will soon post autonomous vehicle guidelines for manufacturers

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) plans to release guidelines for autonomous vehicles in a few months, focusing on performance standards, policy guidelines for state regulation consistency and the agency’s governance desires for the vehicles. According to a report by the Detroit Free Press, NHTSA Administrator Mark Rosekind wants the guidelines available as soon as […]

August 8, 2016

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Funding shortfall, no new gas tax halts highway projects in Hawaii

The Hawaii Department of Transportation is halting work on 66 highway projects due to lack of funding, which the agency blames partially on the lack of a new gas tax coming from state legislators, according to a report by Hawaii News Now. The Highways Division only has funds to work on six projects above needed […]

August 5, 2016

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FHWA taking applications for 2017 Environmental Excellence Awards

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is seeking nominations for its 2017 Environmental Excellence Awards (EEA) that recognizes “exemplary environmental stewardship in transportation planning and project development.” The agency presents EEA awards to projects using FHWA funding sources in 16 categories, covering areas including cultural and natural heritage preservation, habitat restoration, environmental justice and water quality […]

August 5, 2016