New bridge technologies made building the I-15 West Mesquite Interchange faster, resulting in less congestion for travelers. By using an innovative method known as accelerated bridge construction, workers quickly assembled the bridge and put it into place during off-peak travel times. Check out the time-lapse video of the bridge's construction. (Credit to NDOT for the footage)
FHWA’s aggressive approach to reducing the fatality rate in 13 States and 5 municipalities is showing promising results. Read more about it here.
Of the 13,300 projects obligated, more than 3,900 projects are under construction and more than 9,100 projects have been completed. The ARRA provides significant new funding for transportation infrastructure. Information on ARRA projects can be found on the Recovery Act Data System website and general information can be found on FHWA’s ARRA website.
The Every Day Counts initiative is designed to identify and deploy innovation aimed at reducing the time it takes to deliver highway projects, enhance safety, and protect the environment.
Learn what industry partners are saying about Every Day Counts at the EDC Forum.

FHWA has developed a new publication on the enhanced use of Prefabricated Bridge Elements and Systems as part of accelerated construction projects.

Traffic Volume Trends - monthly report based on hourly traffic count data

SAFETEA-LU - authorizes the Federal surface transportation programs for highways, highway safety, and transit for the 5-year period 2005-2009

FHWA Ranked in Top 20 of Best Places to Work in Federal Government
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