Tag: TDOT Commissioner John Schroer

Roadbuilding

Tennessee DOT launches new Work Zone safety campaign

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has announced the launch of a new safety campaign asking motorists to “Work with Us – move over and slow down” for highway workers. TDOT spread the message throughout Tennessee during National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 3-7, after three employees died in 2016. “Last year was absolutely tragic for our TDOT family; […]

April 14, 2017

Roadbuilding

Tennessee DOT announces dynamic message sign contest winners

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) recently held a dynamic message sign contest, and the winners were announced Monday according to a department press release. The top five messages include the following: “Do your duty. Seatbelt your booty!” “Use your blinking blinker!” “Be kind. Don’t ride my behind.” “In a hurry? Shoulda left early. Slow down!” “We’ve […]

March 17, 2017

Roadbuilding

Tennessee DOT launches SmartWay mobile app

Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has launched the TDOT SmartWay Mobile App, which helps drivers navigate Tennessee highways and provides up-to-the-minute customized traffic information. The TDOT SmartWay App is free and available for download in the Apple App Store and Play Store for Android. “We are excited to be able to provide this tool for […]

January 2, 2013

Roadbuilding

Portion of Tennessee S.R. 7 damaged in May 2010 floods reopens to traffic

A Middle Tennessee roadway heavily damaged by the May 2010 floods reopened on Nov. 30 following major repairs, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT). A section of State Route 7 in Maury County was closed after the flooding triggered a massive landslide that caused parts of the roadway to collapse and slide down […]

November 30, 2011

Contractor Disaster Resources

Portion of Tennessee S.R. 7 damaged in May 2010 floods reopens to traffic

A Middle Tennessee roadway heavily damaged by the May 2010 floods reopened on Nov. 30 following major repairs, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT). A section of State Route 7 in Maury County was closed after the flooding triggered a massive landslide that caused parts of the roadway to collapse and slide down a steep embankment.

November 30, 2011

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Tennessee DOT unveils new logo

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has unveiled a new logo that the agency says provides continuity with the state of Tennessee and other state agencies. The logo incorporates the three stars as well as the official red, white, and blue colors of the Tennessee state flag. “TDOT’s logo should represent the department’s commitment to […]

October 18, 2011

Technology

Tennessee DOT chief engineer named deputy commissioner

Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) Chief Engineer Paul Degges, P.E., has been named as the agency’s new Deputy Commissioner. Degges, who has been with TDOT 24 years, will continue to serve in his role as chief engineer for the department. “In addition to his talents as an engineer, Paul Degges is a strong leader who […]

August 25, 2011

Roadbuilding

Tennessee DOT chief engineer named vice chair of AASHTO

Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) Chief Engineer Paul Degges, P.E., is honored as one of the top transportation officials in the nation. Degges, who has been with TDOT 23 years, has been selected to serve a two-year term as vice chairman of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Standing Committee on […]

August 5, 2011