DOT Supports Research Initiative for Novel Cement Development
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has announced a $5 million research initiative awarded to Rutgers University’s Center for Advanced
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How Roads Have Improved Over the Last 20 Years
Road conditions across the United States have faced significant challenges, with a reported backlog of $786 billion in necessary repairs.
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Oregon’s Proposed Wastewater Treatment Transport System
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public comments on the City of Redmond’s proposal to expand its wastewater
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A Flood Data Visualization Tool and Suggestions
The ongoing challenge of repeated flooding affects countless communities across the United States, particularly low-income areas and communities of color,
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Major Minnesota Infrastructure Construction Underway
Minnesota is experiencing a landmark construction season, bolstered by significant state and federal investments aimed at enhancing infrastructure across the
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New Study Provides Tools for Highway Maintenance Performance Assessment
A recent study published in Scientific Reports introduces a dynamic performance measurement framework for highway maintenance, aimed at enhancing the
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DOT Receives $300M Grants to Improve Ferry Systems
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has announced nearly $300 million in grants from the Bipartisan Infrastructure
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Meeting With Tech Leaders Puts AI On the American Agenda
In a recent meeting with CEOs from leading AI companies, the White House announced the formation of a new task
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Pasadena Public Works Department Earns APWA Re-accreditation
The City of Pasadena’s Public Works Department has achieved reaccreditation from the American Public Works Association (APWA), reaffirming its commitment
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New Designs Unveiled for Iconic Florida Rail Bridges
Broward County officials have unveiled new designs for a transformative $500 million rail bridge project in Fort Lauderdale, aimed at
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Ohio Intersection Safety Has Improved
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) highlighted the significant safety improvements resulting from roundabout installations across northwest Ohio. A prime
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Senator’s Plan to Pour $1B Into Road Improvements
Tennessee Republican Senator Mark Pody is advocating for a significant increase in funding for the state’s Department of Transportation (TDOT),
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Wisconsin Civil Engineers Unveil First-Ever Independent Review of Statewide Broadband
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has released its first-ever Report Card for Wisconsin’s Infrastructure,
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Enhancing the Road Transportation System Through Collaboration
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is enhancing the U.S. road transportation system through global collaboration, leveraging international best practices and
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New EPA Mapping Tool Identifies Pollution Problems in Communities
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has launched the Water Quality Indicators (WQI) tool, a groundbreaking resource that enables users
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Guidelines for the Physical Security of Water and Wastewater/Stormwater Utilities From ASCE
The “Guidelines for the Physical Security of Water and Wastewater/Stormwater Utilities,” developed by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE),
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FBI Has Disrupted Chinese Hacking Operation Threat on U.S. Infrastructure
The FBI has successfully disrupted a major botnet operated by Chinese government-linked hackers, which posed a significant threat to U.S.
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AI Applications Can Address Traffic, Public Safety, and Environmental Protection
The rapid advancement of smart city technologies has marked a significant shift from the initial hype to tangible, real-world applications.
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APWA Urges for ‘Logical Next Step’ in National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Reform
Keith Pugh, Past-President of the American Public Works Association (APWA), has urged Congress to advance reforms to the National Environmental
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DOT Announces $802 Million to Repair Roads and Bridges
The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced an $802 million allocation to support the repair and rebuilding of roads and
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What South Carolina Plans to do About Thousands of Quickly Aging Bridges
South Carolina is confronting a significant challenge with its aging bridge infrastructure, as approximately 2,400 bridges across the state have
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NTSB Issues Investigative Update for Baltimore Bridge Collapse
A preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) reveals that the cargo ship Dali experienced multiple catastrophic electrical
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Design Style Selected For New Burnside Bridge
On September 12, 2024, the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the inverted Y design for the new Burnside
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National Wastewater Surveillance Could Prevent Future Pandemics
A new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine highlights the critical role of wastewater surveillance in
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Agricultural Land Near Solar and Wind Projects Usually Remained in Agriculture After Development
Between 2012 and 2020, a significant portion of agricultural land in the U.S. was utilized for solar and wind energy
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