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 overall goal of this study was to obtain information on trash generation and discharge from Significant Trash Generating Areas (STGAs) to determine the effectiveness of selected controls and demonstrate full trash capture efficiency. The study monitored eight STGAs with on-land visual trash assessments for general trash accumulation. In additio
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Effective and timely bridge inspections are crucial for extending bridge lifespans and preventing catastrophic failures. Traditional inspection methods often involve manual visual assessments and can be time-consuming, labor-intensive, and prone to human error. Recent technological advancements in unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), artificial intelli
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This report discusses the results of a research project aiming at developing data-driven approaches for damage detection in steel bridges. The developed approaches utilize machine learning (ML) models coupled with strain data obtained from fiber optic sensors or traditional foil-type strain gauges to detect the damage. The report discusses the expe
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The I-24 SMART Corridor takes a comprehensive approach to improving the safety and travel time reliability along the corridor utilizing existing infrastructure and emerging technology. Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) technologies are a key initiative of Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) by aligning with several strategic goals of TDOT inclu
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UHPC is an advanced construction material characterized by exceptional compressive strength, enhanced tensile properties, and superior durability. Where prestressed concrete girders are used in New Mexico’s bridge infrastructure, integrating UHPC offers a cost-effective and sustainable solution to enhance structural strength, longevity, and resilie
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This report presents the findings from our study for the California State Assembly Transportation Committee on the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on Bay Area Transit. The study consisted of a review of the literature on the effects of the pandemic on transit in the US, a detailed look at changes in ridership and economics for Bay Area transit age
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Under this project a novel road dust collection system has been designed that utilizes a modified van with a vacuum collection system that samples road dust on freeways. The project has also developed a new mechanistic model for particulate matter (PM) emission estimates as an alternative approach to the EPA's AP-42 model. The test for the road dus
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Post-construction roadside soils often suffer from compaction, low fertility, and poor structure, challenging vegetation establishment and stormwater management. This study evaluates the effectiveness of organic amendments (OAs) and proprietary amendments as alternatives to traditional methods. The study involves greenhouse experiments (pot and mes
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Periodic maintenance of bridge decks through patching repairs is an essential strategy to maintain an effective transportation network. However, poor performance of patched sections needs to be studied to develop appropriate material selection methodology and proper construction practices to achieve durable repairs. The principal objective of this
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Increasing and intensifying flood events pose serious challenges to highway agencies in maintaining water crossing assets and assessing potential flood hazards. This project aimed to develop an automated flood risk assessment program for small water crossing assets, focusing on culverts with less than a 20-foot span not listed in the 2023 National
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This research compares the current methods used by ALDOT in developing bridge pier scour calculations, based on FHWA HEC-18, with alternative methods using the Observational Method for Scour and propose methods for pier scour real time monitoring. The work performed entailed the development of pier scour depth estimates in four Alabama bridges usin
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The curing conditions stated in the AASHTO T358 standard require that concrete specimens remain fully saturated at all times in a moist room or cabinet prior to testing. These curing conditions obscure the true impact of internal curing. In order to assess the benefits of internal curing under more realistic condition, this study compared internall
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The 2024 revision to 2 CFR 200 updated clauses and renamed the document as the OMB Guidance for Federal Assistance. [Effective 10-1-2024] The revisions also include changes to 2 CFR 1, 25, 170, 175, 180, 182, and 183.
As California advances its ambitious goals for transportation electrification to combat climate change, hydrogen-powered fuel cells are emerging as a viable solution for overcoming the challenges of heavy-duty vehicles, offering an efficient alternative to lithium-ion batteries because they produce minimal chemical, thermal, and carbon emissions. O
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This report reviews the research and advancements in using the Three-Wheel Polishing Device (TWPD) for aggregate polishing and the Dynamic Friction Tester (DFT) to measure the polishing resistance of coarse aggregates in asphalt wearing course mixes. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) currently employs the British Pol
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This report reviews the research and advancements in using the Three-Wheel Polishing Device (TWPD) for aggregate polishing and the Dynamic Friction Tester (DFT) to measure the polishing resistance of coarse aggregates in asphalt wearing course mixes. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) currently employs the British Pol
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The durability of infrastructure components, such as prestressed concrete bridge beams, can be significantly affected by long-term deterioration associated with corrosion. Corrosion is a major concern for bridges in Virginia, due to the frequent use of deicing salts during the winter, as well as the number of structures in marine environments. The
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This study evaluates the implementation of electronic enforcement. A review of electronic enforcement technology was conducted, and best practices of electronic enforcement were documented. Using inspection and violation data, a statewide and site-specific analysis were conducted to determine violations that occurred most often. Upon identification
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Established in 2016, the Roadside Safety Pooled Fund Program TPF 5(343) facilitated collaborative research among State Departments of Transportation (DOTs) to address challenges related to roadside safety features. The program prioritized research to support State DOTs in the implementation of the American Association of State Highway and Transport
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Fatal and serious injury (FSI) crashes in California have increased by 51.9% in the past decade. To curb this growth, Director’s Policy 36 was issued for Caltrans to adopt the Safe System Approach, an approach that has proven to reduce FSI crashes by large margins in countries and cities that have adopted it. Following this, two Safe System-aligned
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