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Take The Survey! The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is looking at the best way to move people and goods across the state. In South Carolina, we face many changes. These shifts — in population, communities, businesses, environment, safety, and travel behavior — affect how people and goods move throughout the state. It is important we proactively plan to address these changes, so we can deliver a multimodal transportation system that maximizes the safety of people, the environment, and our economy. https://lnkd.in/er_KXXtr

I'm sensing a disconnect between California and Nevada when it comes to the quality of roads and the amount of money spent on transportation. California ranks number one in the nation for transportation spending yet has the worst roads in the nation. This is because while most states have decided to maintain their roadways, California decided to let them fall off at the wayside. Consequently, California was faced with having to do major rebuilding of its failed roadways that have fallen below a Pavement Condition Index (PCI) of 66 - the "tipping point" for escalating degradation. Nevada ranks 47th among the 50 states in per capita transportation spending yet has the second best roads in the nation as measured by PCI. Nevada appears to have been diligently maintaining its roads above a PCI of an 80. Consequently, much of Nevada's road work is routine maintenance. Don't underestimate the power of the PCI 66 to 68 tipping point. Fall below 66, and you're talking millions of dollars in rebuilding. #caltrans www.dot.ca.gov

Shape the Future of SC's Transportation! South Carolina is planning for the future of how we get around with Momentum 2050, and YOUR voice matters! Take a quick survey at https://lnkd.in/er_KXXtr to share your thoughts on what's important for our state's transportation system. Consider factors like: ⚠️Safety while traveling our SC roads 🚍Connectivity between communities 📈Economic opportunity for businesses and our communities 👨🦼Equity providing all with opportunity to access essential needs 🌱Environmental sustainability for a cleaner future Strong public transportation can be a game-changer for all of these! It connects our rural communities providing them with a reliable and safe way to get around, it reduces traffic congestion, improves air quality and connects people to jobs, healthcare, education and other opportunities. Learn more here and take the survey and make your voice heard! https://lnkd.in/er_KXXtr #SCMomentum2050 #publictransit

Kicked off #InfrastructureWeek with more progress along the Northeast Corridor! FRA Administrator Amit Bose was proud to join representatives from New Jersey, New York, Amtrak, and U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) yesterday to mark 50% completion on the new Portal North Bridge, a project that will reduce disruptions and delays while increasing train speeds, reliability, and safety.   Once complete, the Portal North Bridge will no longer be known as a major chokepoint on the Northeast Corridor but rather as the link connecting people and communities across the East Coast. Funding from several USDOT programs over many years is helping to replace the current bridge.   At 114-year-old, the current swing bridge is one of several bridges and tunnels along the Northeast Corridor that are over a century old. Thanks to President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we are finally making progress to replace and upgrade these aging structures. Last November, FRA announced more than $16 billion in FRA Fed State-NEC grants for 25 projects of national significance to modernize and improve America's busiest passenger rail corridor. 

Maryland light rail: What’s changed post-suspension and what’s to come https://buff.ly/3O1WofF The light rail typically has 10,000 riders daily. All routes have resumed.

You won't want to miss our Annual State of Transportation event! Registration is open now at: https://lnkd.in/e2EGAuGH The Commonwealth of Virginia is making thoughtful and progressive steps to improve all modes of transportation with an emphasis on resilience, equity, and safety for all users, including cyclists and pedestrians. In addition, the volume of additional public funding and projects with the size of the current workforce contribute significant challenges for meeting the needs of the transportation industry in the Commonwealth. During this interactive panel discussion by Director Jennifer DeBruhl, AICP, PMP: Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation, Commissioner Stephen Brich, PE: Virginia Department of Transportation, and Executive Director DJ Stadtler: Virginia Passenger Rail Authority, will discuss how they keep "Transporting Change" for all modes of transportation throughout the Commonwealth. Our distinguished speakers will offer insights on operating and maintaining Virginia’s highways, rail, bus, and pedestrian improvement needs, maintaining the system, workforce growth and development, and how they are planning to implement projects in order to transport Virginia's transportation systems into the future. #womenintransportation #wtsinternational #transportation #Networking #transportationengineering

January 5, 2024 America’s birth of modern Interstate Highways dates back to 1921 when Congress passed the Federal Highways Act. The Federal Highways Act of 1921 authorized the Bureau of Public Roads to begin funding State highway agencies in an attempt to develop a Interstate system of two lane, paved highways as a means of bringing together the States of our young country. After many years of successful progress, including passing the Miller Act of 1935 which provided much needed protections for the contractors involved in the Federally funded projects, the construction of the Interstate Highways system came to a near halt in 1941 as the United States became more actively involved in World War II. Learn more about America's Highway History by follow the URL provided here. https://lnkd.in/ghfhZejQ #EarthlyInfrastructure #AmericanHighwayHistory #Infrastructure #Trademark

NS to eliminate Midwest service from Charleston, Savannah due to low volumes Norfolk Southern Railway will halt intermodal service from Charleston and Savannah to Chicago, Cincinnati, and Louisville in mid-March due to low volumes. This move follows a similar decision regarding service to Birmingham and New Orleans. Resources will be redirected to high-volume lanes like Atlanta and Memphis. The Georgia Ports Authority, impacted by the decision, emphasizes that CSX Transportation continues to serve these routes and assures no impact on planned projects. The ports of Charleston and Savannah will focus on other destinations, like Atlanta, Memphis, and inland ports in South Carolina. https://lnkd.in/gN3GUyu4

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January 5, 2024 America’s birth of modern Interstate Highways dates back to 1921 when Congress passed the Federal Highways Act. The Federal Highways Act of 1921 authorized the Bureau of Public Roads to begin funding State highway agencies in an attempt to develop a Interstate system of two lane, paved highways as a means of bringing together the States of our young country. After many years of successful progress, including passing the Miller Act of 1935 which provided much needed protections for the contractors involved in the Federally funded projects, the construction of the Interstate Highways system came to a near halt in 1941 as the United States became more actively involved in World War II. Learn more about America's Highway History by follow the URL provided here. https://lnkd.in/gcnWwqCA #EarthlyInfrastructure #AmericanHighwayHistory #Infrastructure #Trademark