On April 25th, Caltrans held its annual statewide Workers Memorial at the State Capitol. Since 1921, 189 Caltrans employees have died in the line of duty while building, maintaining and operating … [Read more...] about Caltrans Workers Memorial 2019 – Caltrans News Flash #196
California Department of Transportation
Transportation Management Plan Guidelines
These guidelines identify the processes, roles, and responsibilities for preparing and implementing Transportation Management Plans (TMPs), as well as useful strategies for reducing congestion and … [Read more...] about Transportation Management Plan Guidelines
Using Social Media to Inform the Public – Caltrans News Flash #188
The implementation of social media has changed the game for public service, especially at the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), where public information officers use social media … [Read more...] about Using Social Media to Inform the Public – Caltrans News Flash #188
Compliance Crash Testing of the Type 60 Median Barrier
The California Department of Transportation has used Type 60 Median Barrier since it passed the National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Report 350 safety guidelines and became a Standard … [Read more...] about Compliance Crash Testing of the Type 60 Median Barrier
California DOT Launches Interactive Game to Teach Teen Drivers Safe Driving Skills in Highway Work Zones
In an effort to fight distracted driving and raise public awareness during National Teen Driver Safety Week, October 19-25, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is joining with the … [Read more...] about California DOT Launches Interactive Game to Teach Teen Drivers Safe Driving Skills in Highway Work Zones
Caltrans and CHP Warn Drivers of Maximum Enforcement Around Construction Work Zones
Caltrans and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) have launched a work zone safety public campaign. Beginning July 28, Caltrans will activate its electronic highway message signs in active construction … [Read more...] about Caltrans and CHP Warn Drivers of Maximum Enforcement Around Construction Work Zones