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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During highway construction, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) resident engineer commonly adds “extra work” to the contract as needed for satisfactory completion of the project. One of the formats for contractor reimbursement requires establishing an hourly compensation rate for contractor-owned equipment used to perform the extra wo
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The aero gas turbine industry has collaborated with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to study and provide guidance regarding the inspection process for the subsurface volume of critical nickel-based engine hardware, through the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) team AIA A-18-003. Data from across a broad spectrum in the industry is ne
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Intersection sight distance (ISD) requirements are intended to enhance safety by ensuring visibility at intersections. However, in dense urban areas, these requirements can preclude elements of the urban streetscape, such as street trees, on-street parking, and transit infrastructure, and can restrict compact mixed-use developments, such as traditi
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This document records an analytical review of a post-event measurement approach applied to major maritime chokepoint disruptions using AIS vessel presence data. The purpose of the work is limited in scope. It is intended to support after-action assessment and comparison of disruption effects once abnormal operating conditions have already materiali
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This report details the development of a pedestrian safety performance function (SPF) for intersections in urban areas in the state of Oregon. The report documents the process to develop SPFs for pedestrian crashes including the process to develop the data for analysis. A key innovation of this work is the use of pedestrian traffic volume estimates
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This project, conducted by the Georgia Tech research team in collaboration with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), aims to develop safe and practical U-turn sight distance (UTSD) guidelines for Reduced Conflict U-turn (RCUT) intersections. The research analyzed video footage from GDOT to quantify U-turn maneuver times under varying me
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The objective of this study was to determine the influence of luminaire type on the susceptibility of HMIPs to vortex shedding using a computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modeling approach. Two types of luminaires were considered: LED and incandescent fixtures. The number of light fixtures was varied, along with orientation of the fixtures with resp
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The primary goal of this study was to develop guidance materials for the Arizona Department of Transportation's (ADOT’s) consideration for the adoption and implementation of CIR and FDR technologies. The first objective in accomplishing this goal was to summarize the current state of the practice on the key engineering factors that could contribute
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The primary objective of this study was to develop and evaluate a statistical model using the National Bridge Inventory (NBI) database to establish baseline load ratings for bridges in Kansas. A linear regression model was used to identify key variables, such as age and bridge condition, that correlate with recorded inventory and operating load rat
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High Mast Illumination Poles (HMIPs) are lighting towers that are taller than 55 ft (16.8 m) and are typically located along highways and rest stops. In March 2019, a wind event, referred to as a “bomb cyclone,” caused several HMIPs in Kansas to excite and experience large-amplitude deflections on the order of several feet called “lock-in” behavior
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One of the growing concerns for transportation agencies is speed management in school zones, as it is vital to children's safety. Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) is one of the measures to address speed management concerns. As of January 2024, approximately 286 schools across Georgia were equipped with ASE cameras, aiming to improve traffic safety
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This research project evaluates how rumble strip design and placement affect motorcycle safety and comfort, with the goal of developing recommendations for the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) to improve roadway design practices. Rumble strips are a proven countermeasure for roadway departure crashes; however, their vibration and geometr
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly shaping the way state Departments of Transportation (DOTs) approach both research and daily operations. This powerful technology creates new opportunities for improving efficiency, supporting decision-making, and streamlining agency workflows, but it also presents new challenges, including concerns about
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The primary objective of this research was to evaluate the effectiveness of newly proposed methods (iCCL, UTFO, and WRI) for the low-temperature performance grading of asphalt binders by comparing them against the conventional Bending Beam Rheometer (BBR) test. Ultimately, this study aimed to determine whether these alternative methods can provide
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The objectives of this study were to synthesize BMD implementation and related research in the southeastern U.S. region on essential topics within the BMD framework through a comprehensive review of ongoing and completed studies on BMD procedures. The research team also conducted a two-round survey of current BMD practices to document the implement
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Agencies may treat pedestrian crossing sites initially with temporary treatments (i.e., removable flexible delineators or bollards) to test efficacy, but the pedestrian safety effects of temporary infrastructure are not well understood. This study tested the impact of temporary and permanent pedestrian infrastructure such as curb extensions/bump-ou
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Existing specifications in Minnesota and many other states fail to adequately characterize the properties of cold recycled pavement materials necessary for pavement design procedures. Current assumptions for these materials are not entirely accurate as these materials often possess complex, non-linear, stress and rate dependent behavior. This can l
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MnDOT has been using alternative deicers (potassium chloride, magnesium chloride, and calcium chloride) to melt roadway ice at temperatures colder than sodium chloride can melt it alone. Using alternative deicers in brine form has been a way to leverage treatment techniques at temperatures below 15 degrees F. However, these alternative deicers have
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Highway construction projects frequently require detours and haul roads that divert traffic, including heavy trucks, onto local roads not originally designed for such loads. These temporary routes can accelerate pavement deterioration, reduce service life, and impose significant maintenance costs on local agencies. Current compensation practices, s
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The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) implemented balanced mix design (BMD) performance testing for asphalt mixture design and production in the 2024 paving season. The BMD approach seeks to achieve asphalt mixtures that have properties to resist both cracking and rutting distresses and to increase durability. This implementation of BMD
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