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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Daytime lighting is warranted when natural sunlight fails to provide sufficient visibility for tunnel users. According to the American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Roadway Lighting Design Guide, no supplemental lighting is required if the tunnel is less than 80 ft in length, whereas supplemental lighting is needed
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This report presents the findings of a comprehensive research study conducted for the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) to evaluate the effectiveness of commonly deployed Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) treatments in Utah, with a focus on Variable Message Signs (VMS), traffic cameras, and Road Weather Information System(s) (RWIS) sit
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Agencies that operate traffic signals now have an emerging tool to help them succeed in their day-to-day operations. The availability of high-resolution traffic signal data along with analysis tools has enabled these agencies to troubleshoot problems very quickly before they escalate into bigger issues and to maintain and update signal timings in a
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In the fast-paced and time-sensitive fields of construction and concrete production, real-time monitoring of concrete strength is crucial. Traditional testing methods, such as hydraulic compression (ASTM C 39) and maturity methods (ASTM C 1074), are often laborious and challenging to implement on-site. Building on prior research (SPR-4210 and SPR-4
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This project presents a comprehensive overview of the essential aspects associated with the cast-in-place application of UHPC, including formwork requirements, surface preparation, mixing procedures, placing methods, curing techniques, grinding specifications, and mockup construction. Each section provides in-depth insights into specific guidelines
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A performance monitoring and forensic study was conducted on several test sections with varying base and pavement characteristics. This report includes the performance data from the current phase, which was extended until pavement reconstruction, with the previously reported data, collected since original construction of the test sections. Each of
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The project team first investigated the performance of PBJs on 468 existing bridges in northwest and east Texas with data gathered from design drawings and inspection reports. Researchers used non-destructive evaluation techniques on PBJs on eight bridges to evaluate construction practices and potential damage.
This research focused on developing an inspection protocol for post-tensioning (PT) ducts employing flexible filler materials for corrosion protection in bridge applications. Historically, cementitious grouts (CG) have been used to provide corrosion protection and bonding in PT systems. In contrast, flexible filler systems use wax or grease to main
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This report was commissioned as part of the Washington Department of Transportation’s (WSDOT) Equity in Planning (EiP) project. It presents knowledge drawn from the transportation equity academic literature, practice-oriented literature, community engagement, geospatial (GIS) analysis, and a survey of planning professionals. The project aims to com
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The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has been working to improve the resiliency of its transportation system and facilities. A vital attribute of a resilient transportation system is whether the system has redundancies built into it. For example, if a roadway is closed to traffic, but there are alternative routes for the drivers to take
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The multiple stress creep recovery (MSCR) test, per AASHTO M 332, or as a supplement to M 320, has been widely implemented across the United States and in other parts of the world for assessing the rutting resistance of asphalt binder. Meanwhile, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has conducted wide-ranging MSCR testing since 2006 but
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In an ever-evolving world characterized by environmental challenges and technological advancements, the confluence of natural disasters, particularly increasing wildfire threats, and the role of connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) stands as a critical focal point for research and innovation. This study embarks on a comprehensive exploration of
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Researchers focused on three research issues: 1) predicting and making recommendations for future evacuations under wildfire conditions using connected vehicle data, 2) driving behaviors in wildfire evacuations, and 3) autonomous vehicle perceptions in winter conditions. This research addresses the urgent need for enhanced emergency evacuation stra
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Data is becoming increasingly important for state Departments of Transportation (DOTs) in making strategic and day to- day decisions. This research offers a comprehensive review of both existing and emerging data sources for Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO). It discusses and summarizes the pros and cons of each data source. A
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The work described in this report assessed the accuracy of using unmanned aerial systems (UAS) LiDAR on small bridge replacement projects, compared the accuracy of UAS LiDAR and conventional surveying techniques (global navigation satellite system real time kinematics and total station), and discussed the cost savings of different surveying methods
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Although research and practical experience show that penalties and incentives are both powerful motivators of human behavior, past approaches for addressing speeding and other routine traffic violations have almost always been punitive. Intercepting traffic violators is labor-intensive, is risky in terms of officer safety, and can amplify pre-exist
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This study proposed a risk-based safety management framework to supplement the current crash-based safety management system. The proposed tool considers time-dependent factors (e.g., hourly traffic, speed features, weather conditions, signal controls) to help justify operational measures for safety improvements (e.g., variable message signs, variab
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Leprino Cheese Brine (LCB) was approved for use in field trials at two locations in Colorado as a pre-wetting agent added to solid material (salt-sand or rock salt) at 8 gal/ton. Three attempts were made to pick up and then apply the LCB as a pre-wetting agent. While one successful pick up and application occurred, it was not as a pre-wet. The two
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Between 2017 and 2018, California experienced four devastating fires, including the Camp and Carr Fires. After fires, road infrastructure is crucial for safe removal of hazardous materials and waste to landfills and recycling facilities. Despite the critical role of pavements in this process, there has been little quantitative evaluation of the pot
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