Several steps in the planning, execution, and evaluation of the I-45 Pierce Elevated reconstruction in Houston provide a strong framework for preparing for projects that affect critical links in the … [Read more...] about Accelerating Major Freeway Reconstruction Projects: The Houston Experience
Safety
Public Information Activities to Mitigate the Impacts of Closing San Francisco’s Central Freeway
San Francisco’s Central Freeway, which carried 93,000 commuters a day over Market Street into the Hayes Valley/Western Addition neighborhood, was shut down on August 25, 1996, so the freeway’s upper … [Read more...] about Public Information Activities to Mitigate the Impacts of Closing San Francisco’s Central Freeway
The Transportation Awareness Program
The Montana Department of Transportation's (MDT's) public outreach efforts, formally recognized as the Maintenance Awareness Program ( MAP), has been expanded to cover additional aspects for the … [Read more...] about The Transportation Awareness Program
Highway Construction and Maintenance Zones
The Illinois State Police (ISP) and Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced end-of-season plans to increase safety in highway construction and maintenance zones for motorists and … [Read more...] about Highway Construction and Maintenance Zones
MDOT’s Lane Closure Web Site Helps Motorists Avoid Construction Delays
This news release announced Lane Closure Report, a Web-based bulletin of closures and restrictions on state roads throughout the seven MDOT regions. The website is a convenient way for motorists to … [Read more...] about MDOT’s Lane Closure Web Site Helps Motorists Avoid Construction Delays
Work Zone Public Information and Outreach Strategies
This Guide provides tips, examples, strategies and practices to help transportation agencies plan and implement effective public information and outreach campaigns for work zones. It also provides a … [Read more...] about Work Zone Public Information and Outreach Strategies