Roads & Bridges

12/07/2025

Do you work with someone under 40 who embodies innovation and leadership in the design, construction or maintenance of roads and bridges in North America?

Nominate them for our inaugural 40 Under 40 Awards! Submit by Aug. 29 and read about the winners in our Feb. 2026 cover story.

Roads & Bridges will recognize 40 individuals for their contributions and a job well done as part of our February 2026 cover feature. It is not a ranking, but rather a listing of individuals who have shown a capacity for innovation, demonstrated leadership and commitment to making an impact in the d...

11/07/2025

Traffic fatalities in the U.S. dropped an estimated 6.3% in the first quarter of 2025, marking the 12th straight quarter of declines, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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New data shows fatalities decreased in 33 states

11/07/2025

Roads & Bridges' Project of the Week is the Red Covered Bridge in Illinois. The historic wooden structure is over 150 years old, but it's under repair due to a recent vehicle strike.

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Repairs continue after truck strikes iconic bridge

11/07/2025

The U.S. Highway 18/151 reconstruction project in Madison, Wisconsin, connected neighborhoods on both sides of Verona Road and earned Roads & Bridges' No. 1 road award in 2017. Project leaders kept in mind the wheelchair users, pedestrians and cyclists who frequented the urban road.

Nominations for the 2025 Top 10 awards are open now (link below) and you can read more about previous winners in our upcoming July/August issue!

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10/07/2025

The Missouri Department of Transportation approved $13.3 billion for the next five years of transportation investments, one of the largest in state history. Plans include major funding for highways and bridges.

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Over half of the total funding is earmarked for road and bridge construction

10/07/2025

Traffic fatalities in Arizona declined for the second consecutive year in 2024, but the Arizona Department of Transportation cautions that numbers are still unacceptably high. Driver behavior is the primary cause of fatal crashes in the state.

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Impairment and speed remain leading contributors, ADOT report finds

10/07/2025

Nominations are open for our inaugural 40 Under 40 Awards, which recognize and celebrate outstanding young individuals in the road and bridge construction industry.

We will highlight the winners' contributions as part of our February 2026 cover feature. Deadline for submissions is August 29, 2025.

Roads & Bridges will recognize 40 individuals for their contributions and a job well done as part of our February 2026 cover feature. It is not a ranking, but rather a listing of individuals who have shown a capacity for innovation, demonstrated leadership and commitment to making an impact in the d...

09/07/2025

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation approved nearly $930 million to upgrade roads and bridges in all 77 counties. The five-year plan targets aging infrastructure across the state.

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Upgrades will happen across the state’s 77 counties

09/07/2025

Virginia's Grassy Creek Bridge site was so remote that crews built a concrete batch plant on location in the Appalachian Mountains. The project won Roads & Bridges' No. 1 bridge award in 2013.

Nominations for the 2025 Top 10 awards are open now (link below) and you can read more about previous winners in our upcoming July/August issue!

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09/07/2025

Why is the pavement marking industry seeing so much innovation right now? In this QuickChat, Roads & Bridges’ Gavin Jenkins sits down with Art Leman from Dow to explore what’s driving innovation in the industry — from new demands on to evolving . They discuss the DURATRACK platform, designed for challenging areas like bike lanes and intersections, and how Dow’s long history with sustainable materials is shaping what’s next.

Art also talks about practical improvements, like extending the striping season with all-weather solutions. Durability, clarity, and sustainability aren't just goals — they're the new standard.

Gain all the insights at the link below!

Discover how Dow is helping contractors, DOTs, and crews extend striping seasons, improve road safety, and boost durability with smarter, more sustainable pavement marking solutions...

09/07/2025

What is a crane boom? These signature arms come in various forms for different jobs.

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Their signature arms come in various designs for different jobs

08/07/2025

Atlanta's iconic Jackson Street Bridge will soon undergo major improvements aimed at enhancing safety, accessibility and connectivity. The $600,000 upgrade breaks ground July 9.

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Work will include changes to existing traffic and bike lanes