United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Highway Policy Information
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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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Learning in Progress, NHI's quarterly newsletter, provides updates on new course launches, upcoming Web conference seminars, training programs and events, and NHI policy changes.
The introduction of new technology generally brings new challenges and new methods to help with deployments. Agile methodologies have been introduced in the information technology industry to potentially speed up development. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) developed this document to help those interested in learning about Scrum Methods,
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The primary objective of AMS Testbed project is to develop multiple simulation Testbeds/transportation models to evaluate the impacts of DMA connected vehicle applications and the active and dynamic transportation management (ATDM) strategies. Through this project, six virtual testbeds were developed and used for DMA and ATDM evaluation. The testbe
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The primary objective of this project is to develop multiple simulation testbeds and transportation models to evaluate the impacts of Connected Vehicle Dynamic Mobility Applications (DMA) and Active Transportation and Demand Management (ATDM) strategies. This report summarizes the evaluations conducted on the San Diego Testbed.
This Tech Brief presents an overview of best practices for the design and construction of bases and subbases for concrete pavements and its effects on performance.
This document is a technical summary of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) report "Safety Evaluation of Multiple Strategies at Signalized Intersections" (FHWA-HRT-17-062).
United States. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Operations Research and Development
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The Office of Operations Research and Development (R&D) produces technology and tools to improve transportation system productivity, efficiency, and performance by proactively anticipating congestion and managing traffic.
United States. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Safety Research and Development
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The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Office of Safety Research and Development (R&D) helps reduce highway crashes and related fatalities and injuries by developing and implementing safety innovations through a program of nationally coordinated research and technology development. Selections from this broad research portfolio are highlighted be
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United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Infrastructure Research and Development
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The Office of Infrastructure Research and Development (R&D) conducts and administers infrastructure R&D programs and projects for the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) that address problems of national priority within the U.S. highway system. This work directly supports the goals and mission of the U.S. Department of Transportation and the FHWA
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The purpose of this guide is to assist agencies in developing and implementing a safety action plan to improve conditions for bicycling and walking. The plan lays out a vision for improving safety, examining existing conditions, and using a data-driven approach to match safety programs and improvements with demonstrated safety concerns. This guide
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Representing more than 1.4 million jobs and nearly $130 billion in regional domestic product, freight-related industries make up a significant portion of Washington State's economy.1 Within the transportation sector, several opportunities exist to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, including converting from traditional to alternative fuels, diesel re
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A challenge with collecting and using freight shipment data is the proprietary nature of the freight industry. Freight stakeholders, such as shippers and carriers, keep the details of their shipments proprietary to maintain a competitive edge in an industry with extremely slim margins. As such, little research has been completed to understand the c
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Representing more than 1.4 million jobs and nearly $130 billion in regional domestic product, freight-related industries represent a significant portion of Washington State's economy. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) understands that freight plays a significant role in the health of the State's environment as well. WSDOT pl
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In South Dakota, freight growth is closely linked to agricultural production. Recent advancements in plant genetics and technology have boosted production of many of the State’s key crops. The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) takes the movement of agricultural goods into consideration as it invests in expanding and improving transp
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Like a typical commuter building buffer time into daily travel to account for congestion and ensure on-time arrival, a similar buffer is often planned for goods shipped by truck over the highway. Unlike the individual commuting to an office, however, the freight carrier incurs labor, fuel, equipment and lost productivity costs when a shipment is st
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In South Dakota, freight growth is closely linked to agricultural production. Recent advancements in plant genetics and technology have boosted production of many of the State’s key crops. The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) takes the movement of agricultural goods into consideration as it invests in expanding and improving transp
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This document serves as the Final Evaluation Report for the Interdisciplinary TIM Training as captured through use of the TIM Training Post-Course Assessment Tool. The tool is used to assist the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), State and local agencies responsible for TIM operations, with the ability to assess student learning and the impacts
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When the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) launched the PhillyFreightFinder application in 2013, it established a structured program to collect and integrate freight-related data into a single location. The launch of PhillyFreightFinder represented the first step in DVRPC’s undertaking to develop a centralized data clearinghouse
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When the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) launched the PhillyFreightFinder application in 2013, it established a structured program to collect and integrate freight-related data into a single location. The launch of PhillyFreightFinder represented the first step in DVRPC’s undertaking to develop a centralized data clearinghouse
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