The US Transportation Collection consists of documents from across all transportation modes with specific focus on research reports from US DOT, state DOTs, and other transportation organizations.
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This research developed a practical method to relate UDOT’s existing material tests for asphalt mixtures, including the Bending Beam Rheometer (BBR) for low-temperature behavior and the IDEAL-CT for intermediate-temperature cracking, to the dynamic modulus (E*) master curve required for Level 1 inputs in AASHTOWare Pavement ME®. The proposed approa
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The objective of this project was to evaluate and compare different models used to predict the service life of concrete structures under the risk of chloride-induced corrosion and identify the most suitable model for FDOT. The project also sought to recommend appropriate input parameters for the selected model, considering Florida’s unique environm
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Ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC) is known for its exceptionally high mechanical properties and enhanced durability performance. In Accelerated Bridge Construction (ABC), UHPC can be used for precast structural members as well as for bridge repairs, retrofitting and overlay construction. Densely compacted UHPC has a compressive strength of mor
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This report provides guidance to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) on the potential implementation of Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) technologies in transportation infrastructure projects. It synthesizes recent developments in CCUS funding, policy, and technical applications, with the understanding that many of these d
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Despite the fact that highway work zones represent a required element of maintaining and improving the transportation network, the resulting changes in traffic patterns, narrowed right-of-way, and other construction activities can lead to an increased risk for traffic crashes and related injuries or fatalities. This research sought to identify the
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During asphalt pavement construction, obtaining adequate and uniform density throughout the pavement layer through the compaction process is critical to achieving the desired performance. Optimum pavement density reduces oxidation potential and moisture damage, decreases rutting potential, and improves fatigue life. Numerous national research proje
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In 2021, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) collaborated with the National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP 20-44(26)) project research team to develop three specifications for chip seals, microsurfacing, and fog seals, incorporating recommendations from guidelines developed under the NCHRP 14-37 project and American Associ
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A Management Plan for Historic Bridges in Virginia, published in 2001, identified the management and treatment needs for historic bridges in Virginia (i.e., bridges individually eligible for or listed on the National Register of Historic Places) that were under some measure of state purview. Updates to the plan at 5-year intervals are now required
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Effective winter road maintenance is crucial for safe travel and represents a substantial portion of the Michigan Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) annual budget. A primary challenge in winter operations is resource allocation for different winter maintenance materials, due to the substantial variability in winter weather conditions across Mich
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Intersection capacity, defined as the maximum number of vehicles that can pass through an intersection within a given time, directly influences traffic flow, congestion levels, and overall network efficiency. Accurate estimation of intersection capacity is essential for effective roadway planning, design, operation, and management. Intersection cap
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High Friction Surface Treatments (HFST) are proven crash reduction technology. However, their high cost necessitates exploring the use of alternative materials. This study assessed the design and application of Ultra-High-Performance Concrete (UHPC) as an alternative to traditional epoxy resin-based binder for HFST. In addition, the use of local al
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A study funded by the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) and the Federal Highway Administration under RES2024-003 was conducted to assess the occurrence of wildlife-vehicle crashes (WVCs) along TDOT maintained routes in Tennessee and to explore potential mitigation strategies. WVC hotspots were identified by analyzing wildlife incident d
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Super 2 highways have been used across Texas for over 20 years, providing operational and safety benefits to rural two-lane highways at a lower cost than widening such facilities to four lanes. More Super 2 highways are planned as the demand increases on the state highway system. Previous research has provided insights on Super 2 safety, but update
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The reported work includes the experiment testing of glass fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP) and steel reinforced concrete bridge barriers. A total of four reinforced concrete barriers were prepared, including three GFRP reinforced barriers and one mild steel reinforced barrier, and cast on two concrete slabs. Impact testing was conducted using a car
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The reported work includes the experiment testing of glass fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP) and steel reinforced concrete bridge barriers. A total of four reinforced concrete barriers were prepared, including three GFRP reinforced barriers and one mild steel reinforced barrier, and cast on two concrete slabs. Impact testing was conducted using a car
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To guide databases that track progress on the uptake and use of zero emission trucks and buses, this project identified types of data that should be collected on a regular basis and compiled in a repository, preferably with public access. Funding will need to be identified to support this effort on an on-going basis. Data recommended for collection
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Although the Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) provides default values for its methodologies, it also states that these values represent typical national values and that conditions within a state, region, or community may differ. When default values are applied frequently in analyses, the use of local default values can reduce the uncertainty in the an
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This research study developed and evaluated prefabricated steel bridges made continuous for live load utilizing accelerated bridge construction (ABC). The project created a steel ABC transverse connection detail at the bridge piers that allows the structure to behave as simply supported for dead load and continuous for live load. This detail is rel
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The objective of this project was to develop a method to prevent errant motorists from entering the median openings between parallel bridge structures. This project identified characteristics that could be used to target potential sites for implementation of a median opening protection system (MOPS). In this identification process, the research tea
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Conventional high-speed inertial profilers provide valid international roughness index (IRI) measurements under favorable conditions but experience performance degradation at low speeds, during deceleration and acceleration, or when coming to a stop. Due to these limitations, Louisiana DOTD does not compute performance index (PI) values for certain
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