Office of Asset Management

The mission of the Office of Asset Management is to provide leadership and expertise in the systematic management of highway infrastructure assets. The Office has three key responsibilities:

• Provide national leadership in asset management principles for highway program administration;
• Develop asset management policies for pavement, bridge, and system preservation; and
• Partner with the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), other FHWA offices, and others to conduct nationwide programs.

In fulfilling these responsibilities, the Office of Asset Management serves as an advocate for asset management, system preservation, pavement management and analysis, bridge management and inspection, and construction and maintenance activities, as well as technology development, outreach, and partnering initiatives.

The information is categorized in three general topic areas:

• System Management and Monitoring
• Construction and System Preservation
• Evaluation and Economic Investment