Maintaining safe and reliable roadways requires more than materials and machinery—it depends on planning, preparedness, and strong leadership. This article highlights the work of Kevin Lenox, a TxDOT … [Read more...] about Maintaining Roads and Keeping Workers Safe Is a Constant Effort
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Meet the AI Assistant Designed to Make Work Zones Safer
University of Missouri researchers have developed Work Zone Assistant, an AI-powered chatbot designed to help transportation professionals ensure work zones comply with federal safety standards. Built … [Read more...] about Meet the AI Assistant Designed to Make Work Zones Safer
Troopers Target Move Over Violators in ODOT Work Zone
Ohio’s Move Over law plays a critical role in protecting roadside and work zone personnel, yet recent enforcement and crash data highlight ongoing safety concerns. Since January 2025, Ohio Department … [Read more...] about Troopers Target Move Over Violators in ODOT Work Zone
Construction for the I-80 and Middle Road Interchange Near Bettendorf Has Begun
The Iowa Department of Transportation is advising motorists to expect traffic impacts from construction at the Interstate 80 and Middle Road interchange near Bettendorf. Work is underway to build a … [Read more...] about Construction for the I-80 and Middle Road Interchange Near Bettendorf Has Begun
Civil Engineering Student Targets Speeding in Oklahoma Work Zones
Oklahoma continues to face serious safety challenges in highway work zones, with more than 7,100 crashes and 91 fatalities recorded between 2017 and 2022. To help address speeding related risks, … [Read more...] about Civil Engineering Student Targets Speeding in Oklahoma Work Zones
You Control the Safety in Work Zones: Worker Safety Is in Your Hands
The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is urging motorists to prioritize safety in highway work zones, emphasizing that driver behavior is the most critical factor in preventing crashes, … [Read more...] about You Control the Safety in Work Zones: Worker Safety Is in Your Hands