The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) recently commemorated the 20th anniversary of its memorial honoring highway workers who lost their lives on the job. Originally dedicated on September … [Read more...] about Virginia DOT Highway Worker Memorial Turns 20
Public Relations
New Survey to Understand the Effects of Abuse on Road Operatives Introduced by Stamp It Out
A new survey, commissioned by the Stamp It Out campaign, has been distributed to over 10,000 highway workers to assess the impact of verbal and physical abuse on their mental health and wellbeing. The … [Read more...] about New Survey to Understand the Effects of Abuse on Road Operatives Introduced by Stamp It Out
Most County Road Closures Now Available on Iowa’s 511 Website
County road closures for participating counties in the Iowa County Engineer’s Association’s 511 traveler information website are now available on the state's 511 system (511ia.org) during major … [Read more...] about Most County Road Closures Now Available on Iowa’s 511 Website
Michigan Department of Transportation Honoring Those Killed in Work Zone Crashes
The Michigan Department of Transportation's (MDOT) Clare Welcome Center will once again host the National Work Zone Memorial over the Fourth of July weekend. This traveling memorial, established in … [Read more...] about Michigan Department of Transportation Honoring Those Killed in Work Zone Crashes
TxDOT Turns Two Trucks Into Key Messaging Tools
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) creatively promoted work zone safety and anti-littering initiatives by transforming two work trucks into eye-catching parade floats for the 2024 Houston … [Read more...] about TxDOT Turns Two Trucks Into Key Messaging Tools
Managing Work Zones for Improved Vulnerable Road User Access to Voting Day: Information Brief
Work zones can have a significant impact on travel to and from polling places by all types of travelers, including motorists, transit riders, and vulnerable road users (VRUs). The Federal Highway … [Read more...] about Managing Work Zones for Improved Vulnerable Road User Access to Voting Day: Information Brief