Real-Time Storm Force Prediction Model for Coastal Bridges
Dr. Teng Wu, Mr. Shaopeng Li, and Dr. Kallol Sett from the Institute of Bridge Engineering at University at Buffalo recently unveiled a new model to improve extreme damage “risk…
Hawaii DOT Launches Storm Water Online Learning Series for Kids
Protecting the ocean, rivers, and streams from pollution is the focus of a new online learning series for kids launched by the Hawaii Department of Transportation’s Storm Water Management Program.…
Regional GHG Emission Reduction Consortium Takes Shape
The states of Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, along with the District of Columbia, signed a memorandum of understanding or MOU on December 21 committing themselves to a “multi-jurisdictional program” to pursue…
Filling Pavement Temperature Data Gaps to Prevent Overuse of Road Salt
Could more accurate and consistent pavement temperature data held reduce the overuse of salt and other ice-melting chemicals during winter operations? The Iowa Department of Transportation plans to find out…
Video: Caltrans Using Special Saws for Safer Tree Removal
The California Department of Transportation and its contractors are deploying a new tool to safely speed up the removal of dead, dying, and diseased trees throughout the state: Telescoping grappling…
VTrans Awards Mobility and Transportation Innovation Grants
The Vermont Agency of Transportation recently awarded $500,000 in grants via the Mobility and Transportation Innovation or MTI program, which seeks to support “innovative strategies” that improve both mobility and…
TRB Provides Support Resources for Butterfly Conservation Efforts
The Transportation Research Board recently highlighted a bevy of resources available to state departments of transportation to support monarch butterfly habit and migration support efforts. [Photo courtesy of the Virginia…
Virginia DOT Launches Second Major Anti-Litter Initiative
The Virginia Department of Transportation recently began its second major anti-littering effort on December 7 – the Beautify Virginia program – that is part of its support for keeping Virginia’s roadways litter-free. [Photo…
Arizona DOT Seeks to Renew NEPA Assignment
The Federal Highway Administration and the Arizona Department of Transportation are proposing to renew Arizona’s participation in the “categorical exclusion” program for environmental impact planning purposes where federal highway projects are…
California Transportation Commission Recommends $2B in New State Projects
The California Transportation Commission released recommendations on November 16 for a $2 billion three-year program to fund new projects to reduce traffic, improve goods movement, increase transit service, and invest…