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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The primary objective of this research is to assist GDOT in its efforts to enhance competition in the Georgia transportation infrastructure market through rebalancing contracting terms and conditions. Rebalancing contracting terms may enable GDOT to manage alternative delivery projects in response to real-time market conditions rather than historic
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This report presents a guidebook for the management of environmental risk in the post-let phases of alternative delivery projects. Common challenges to environmental analysis and permitting are presented, in addition to a series of best practices and opportunities to promote efficient outcomes within the context of public-private partnerships, incl
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The objective of this project was to conduct experimental testing on fence designs that are effective in preventing diamondback terrapins (Malaclemys terrapin) from entering roadways to prevent the species from being impacted by road mortality. The diamondback terrapin is listed as a State Species of Concern in the State of Georgia. They are the on
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Project 0-7041 represents a significant endeavor aimed at developing the NextGen Texas Bridge Deck system. Utilizing panel pairs reinforced with wire trusses, the need of bracket-supported deck overhangs is expected to be eliminated, which will reduce construction time and effort. Through a comprehensive research approach encompassing experimental
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This research work focused on evaluating both the technical and design elements necessary to perform augmented reality (AR) assisted bridge inspections. The inspection prototype developed by this project aims to demonstrate the potential benefits and limitations of incorporating head-worn displays into the inspection workflow. By virtue of switchin
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This Phase II report builds on Phase I findings, further examining the application of the Low Power Wide Area Network (LPWAN) technologies in supporting transportation system operations and management. Phase I included a literature review to understand the current state of LPWAN applications and an online survey targeting transportation professiona
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This research focused on two main objectives: (1) to analyze trip generation rates and queuing behavior at drive-through establishments and (2) to assess the accuracy of traditional estimation methods, such as the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual. Ultimately, the study aimed to develop improved models and recommend
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Variable speed limit (VSL) systems have been broadly deployed to address safety and mobility concerns both in the United States and internationally. In June 2022, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) activated a VSL system on I–95 northbound about halfway between Washington, D.C., and Richmond, VA. This section of I–95 experiences high
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The objective of this project was to identify and compare suitable technologies that could provide cost-effective and reliable information about occupancy levels. The team assessed numerous technologies, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, infrared sensors, cameras, and crowd-sourced data.
The goal of this project was to develop a robust and rigorous before/after analysis framework for traffic safety interventions. In addition to analyzing traditional traffic data sources such as vehicle probe data and crash data, this study explored the use of Michelin event data to gain deeper insights into the safety performance of MD 210.
The traffic speed deflectometer (TSD) offers TxDOT a highway-speed, nondestructive testing tool, which can significantly assist TxDOT districts with development of their four-year plans. In this project, the TSD was initially compared to the deflections measured by the falling weight deflectometer (FWD). Good correlation was observed in the maximum
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The objective of this research project was to determine where, when, and why a prime or cure is needed for a pavement layer. Materials such as prime coats, curing materials, seal coats, and tack coats are typically considered nonstructural but integral to the pavement structure. Some materials can be used for multiple purposes, such as to prime, bo
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The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) is pursuing a statewide Traffic Operations Center (TOC) to improve transportation on its roadways. The effort required to establish a TOC is significant; thus, the SDDOT commissioned a feasibility study and report. The project gathered stakeholder input, performed research on nationwide practice
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Indiana’s 2016 House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1001 provided a funding mechanism for transportation infrastructure that required Local Public Agencies (LPAs) to have an Asset Management Plan (AMP) to be eligible for funding. In 2022, the Indiana General Assembly desired to know the extent to which LPAs had adopted AMPs in response to this legislation. Thi
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Rural public transit systems are typically small, demand-responsive systems. Revenues are generally not sufficient to cover the system’s costs, and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) § 5311 program provides capital, planning, and operating assistance in support of these systems. State departments of transportation (DOTs) are responsible for d
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Modern asphalt mixtures are usually a combination of various materials from different sources, including reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) and recycling agents (RAs), and are used to attain sustainable growth. However, the lack of a well-established method for determining compatibility between various sources and types of virgin binder, aged binder
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Vertiports represent an innovative approach to integrating aviation into municipal transportation networks. This guidebook is intended to aid communities in strategically planning vertiports by overseeing land planning processes, offering recommendations for incorporating vertiports into land plans, and detailing how to conduct site evaluations, in
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The overarching goal of this study was to advance the deployment of innovative pavement technologies prevalent in the state of Missouri. In this study, the focus was on evaluating recycled polymers for use in asphalt mixtures and Balanced Mixture Design (BMD) implementation. Nine test sections were constructed on I-155 near Hayti, MO. Six sections
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The overarching goal of this study was to advance the deployment of innovative pavement technologies prevalent in the state of Missouri. In this study, the focus was on evaluating recycled polymers for use in asphalt mixtures and Balanced Mixture Design (BMD) implementation. Nine test sections were constructed on I-155 near Hayti, MO. Six sections
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