United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Highway Policy Information
2023-02-26
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The Weekly Traffic Volume Report estimates the vehicle miles traveled (VMT) for interstate highways and how the total travel measured by VMT compares with travel that occurred in the same week of the previous year. The VMT is further split into passenger vehicle and truck components. The information gives new insights into the effect on traffic by
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Highway Policy Information
2023-02-24
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The Weekly Gasoline Product Supplied Report offers insight on weekly fluctuation of the gasoline product supply, which is an important part of any analysis of construction trends, materials and operating costs associated with highway repair and construction, and changes in traffic volume. These data come directly from the Energy Information Adminis
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Highway Policy Information
2023-02-23
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On a monthly basis, each State is required to report to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the amount of gallons taxed by that state. This data is analyzed and compiled by FHWA staff. The data on the amount of on-highway fuel use for each State is then used to attribute federal revenue to each State. Yearly, the FHWA, Office of Policy, prov
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Highway Policy Information
2023-02-17
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The Weekly Gasoline Product Supplied Report offers insight on weekly fluctuation of the gasoline product supply, which is an important part of any analysis of construction trends, materials and operating costs associated with highway repair and construction, and changes in traffic volume. These data come directly from the Energy Information Adminis
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Highway Policy Information
2023-02-17
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On a monthly basis, each State is required to report to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the amount of gallons taxed by that state. This data is analyzed and compiled by FHWA staff. The data on the amount of on-highway fuel use for each State is then used to attribute federal revenue to each State. Yearly, the FHWA, Office of Policy, prov
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration
2023-02-17
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The first step to a safer roadway system is good data. The traditional approach to addressing traffic safety identifies safety issues after crashes occur. Using quality data to identify and mitigate contributing circumstances can reduce crash severity and help prevent future crashes. Quality data provides transportation professionals a means to mak
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration
2023-02-17
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Intersections, driveways, and access points are crucial connections to roadways. However, they also create conflict points where the potential for a crash between users increases. In 2020, more than a quarter (8,750) of all fatal crashes in the United States occurred at intersections. The HSIP can help support a Safe System and keep all road users
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration
2023-02-17
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In 2021, an estimated 42,915 people died in traffic crashes in the United States—a more than 10-percent increase from the previous year. To address road safety challenges, HSIP supported States with more than $3.3 billion in Federal funds in 2021. States used these funds to address safety challenges on all public roads, including non-State-owned ro
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration
2023-02-17
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In 2020, 16,665 people died in crashes on rural roads, and although only an estimated 19 percent of the U.S. population lives in rural areas, 43 percent of fatal crashes occurred in rural areas that year. The HSIP funds projects that improve safety and prevent fatal and serious injury crashes on rural roads. People involved in crashes in rural area
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration
2023-02-17
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In 2020, there were 163 fatal vehicle crashes at railway grade crossings. The Railway-Highway Crossings Program (RHCP) works to improve safety by funding projects that eliminate hazards at these crossings. Crossings improved by RHCP have seen fatalities decrease by 32 percent from 2000 to 2019. RHCP is funded through a set-aside using a legislative
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration
2023-02-14
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Through its Strategic Workforce Development (SWD) Program, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) works with State Transportation Agencies (STAs) to bring together partners to identify, train, place, and retain women, minorities, and disadvantaged individuals into journey-level positions in the highway construction industry. The On-the-Job Train
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Research, Development, and Technology
2023-02-13
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ZIP
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) developed the innovative CARMASM Platform to encourage collaboration with the goal of improving transportation efficiency and safety. FHWA's interest in advancing Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) strategies with automated driving technology is focused on how infrastructure can move tr
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Highway Policy Information
2023-02-10
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The Weekly Gasoline Product Supplied Report offers insight on weekly fluctuation of the gasoline product supply, which is an important part of any analysis of construction trends, materials and operating costs associated with highway repair and construction, and changes in traffic volume. These data come directly from the Energy Information Adminis
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration
2023-02-07
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On May 6, 2022, at 87 FR 27396, FHWA published a final rule updating 23 CFR part 650, subpart C ‐ National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS). The final rule incorporates by reference the Specifications for the National Bridge Inventory (SNBI), which is dated March 2022. These Questions & Answers (Q&As) aim to facilitate implementation of the SNBI.
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Highway Policy Information
2023-02-03
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The Weekly Gasoline Product Supplied Report offers insight on weekly fluctuation of the gasoline product supply, which is an important part of any analysis of construction trends, materials and operating costs associated with highway repair and construction, and changes in traffic volume. These data come directly from the Energy Information Adminis
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Shared use paths and other trails are key pieces of transportation infrastructure that can also provide recreational opportunities and, as seen during the COVID-19 pandemic, improve health and wellbeing during a public health emergency. Additionally, trails can become critical infrastructure during an emergency when other transportation facilities
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Polyphosphoric acid (PPA) is a chemical modifier employed to improve high temperature rheological properties without adversely affecting low temperature rheological properties that has been used since the early 1970s.(1) Implementation of Superpave performance-grade (PG) asphalt binder acceptance specifications lead to use of PPA to aid in meeting
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The objective of this study was to assess the safety effectiveness of mini-roundabout (MR) installations based on crash data and develop statistically valid Crash Modification Factors (CMFs). The research team studied CMFs of MR locations converted from both two-way stop-control (TWSC) and all-way stop-control (AWSC) and developed separate CMFs for
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On Thursday November 3, 2022, 58 attendees representing post-tensioning bridge constructors, inspectors, subject matter experts and bridge owners gathered at the Hyatt Regency Conference Space in Austin, Texas to discuss the progress and current state of post-tensioning (PT) technology and associated materials. This report presents the outcomes of
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United States. Federal Highway Administration. Center for Accelerating Innovation
2023-02-01
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Innovator
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Innovator, published by the FHWA Center for Accelerating Innovation, advances implementation of innovative technologies and processes in the highway industry. Its audience is transportation professionals in highway agencies, trade and research groups, academia and the private sector, and the driving public.
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