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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Crash prediction models in the Highway Safety Manual (HSM) are used to quantify the safety experience of new and existing roadways. Safety Performance Functions (SPFs) or crash prediction models are statistical formulas developed on limited data from a few selected states, Kansas not being one of those states. Therefore, the HSM recommends calibrat
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The objectives of this research were to 1) investigate bridge deck condition assessment methods used in the field and laboratory, methods of managing bridge decks, and methods for estimating remaining bridge deck service life using computer models through a comprehensive literature review on these subjects; 2) collect and analyze field data from re
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In 2016, the Virginia Department of Transportation implemented new design criteria for most dense-graded surface mixtures with the objective of improving material durability. The 2016 construction season was also significant for a series of pilot projects that were designed to explore how potential incentives for in-place density might affect const
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This report summarizes the state of the practice in the application of advanced technologies to winter road maintenance operations. Information was captured through a combination of literature search, surveys, and interviews with key stakeholders. Several promising technologies were identified as areas of interest. These areas include connected aut
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Bicycle tourism is a growing industry that has been shown by prior studies to contribute significantly to the economy of numerous states. The economic benefits of recreational bicycling are not limited to the direct effects of the transactions of bicyclists in related industries, but also spillover effects such as the reduction of automobile activi
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This report summarizes an extensive review of academic and professional research making use of third-party data products available to transportation agencies. In particular, the review focused on studies conducted with Bluetooth receivers, Global Positioning System (GPS) devices, and mobile device data (MDD) obtained through cellular networks and l
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The majority of the existing research regarding ramp metering has largely been focused on ramp signal timing algorithms and/or the design of the on-ramp itself for accommodating ramp metering operations, irrespective of the particular overall interchange design. However, what is generally lacking is research that considers how ramp metering should
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The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) completed a total of 25 high friction surface treatment (HFST) projects across the state in 2018. This research study attempted to investigate the durability and performance of HFST in terms of its HFST-pavement system integrity and surface friction performance. Laboratory tests were conducted to det
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This report presents a case study on the evaluation of bridge decks using various non-destructive test methods. In consultation with the Colorado Department of Transportation, five representative bridges are selected and assessed by qualitative/empirical (visual inspection and chain drag) and quantitative (ground-penetrating radar (GPR) and rebound
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This document is intended to function as a Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) internal Self help guide for developing a simple hydrologic model using HEC-HMS. The model was developed based on the functions available in HEC-HMS Version 4.6. The example does not explain all the functions within HEC-HMS but makes use of the common functions av
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On March 30, 2017, the Georgia Legislature passed House Resolution 848 to create a Commission on Transit Governance and Funding. The Commission’s mission is to “study and assess the needs for and means of providing a system of mass transportation…in the state and [identify] potential methods of funding such systems” (HR 848). Currently, the State o
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State departments of transportation (state DOTs) have implemented transportation financial plans to utilize federal and state transportation funding within at least a four-year horizon and possibly longer. It is critical for state DOTs to maintain adequate cash balance that helps establish a clear transportation plan and program. Over the past deca
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This report constitutes the second phase to document the water quality benefits of a stream restoration in the coastal plain of North Carolina. This phase compares the pre-restoration and post-restoration states of the water quality and hydrochemical signature of ‘the canal’ at the Claridge nursery in Goldsboro, NC. We made the hypothesis that a ro
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Durability of prestressed concrete bridges in extremely aggressive environments is of increasing concern because of corrosion of the carbon steel strands. One solution to overcome the early deterioration of coastal bridges is to use corrosion-resistant strands, such as duplex high-strength stainless steel (HSSS) strands. The use of HSSS strands in
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More people are becoming interested in creating healthy lifestyle habits for themselves. It has been proved that cycling has several health benefits. Therefore, governments are planning towards more cycling-friendly infrastructures and environments. To understand the cycling activities in Nebraska, we analyze Strava data for the last three years, p
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This document is intended to function as an example of the use of soils data and methods required to implement the Green and Ampt methodology within the state of Nevada. An example hydrologic watershed model was supplied by Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT). The hydrologic model used the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) curve
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Nineteen state highway locations around south-central and southwestern Minnesota were evaluated during winter 2019-20 for the application of deicer “hot shots,” extra levels of salt or other chemical treatments used to deice roadways and maintain roadway driving levels of performance. Locations were selected based on previous recordkeeping that ind
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The NJDOT Research Library operates as a branch of the New Jersey State Library and is funded by the FHWA State Planning and Research Program as a research project. The library serves NJDOT employees; New Jersey state government employees; other libraries, organizations, and businesses; and members of the general public. Professional Librarians pro
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As a public agency, interacting with and understanding the public’s perspective regarding agency activities is an important endeavor for the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT). Although INDOT conducts a biennial customer satisfaction survey, it is occasionally necessary to capture public perception regarding more specific aspects of INDOT
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The Rocky Mountain Region has experienced considerable difficulty due to the presence of alkali-silica reaction (ASR) in concrete construction. Several sources of aggregate that have produced poorly performing concrete have been removed from service. As an example, DIA runways were damaged by ASR and the repair cost exceeded 30 million. On a positi
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