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[ Traffic Management Menu ] Say what?   Roads & Bridges September 2008   By Bill Wilson Industry support for McCain is a little baffling PDF Version A foot hold   Roads & Bridges September 2008   By Cathy Chatfield-Taylor Asia-Pacific projects reduce ecological footprint while improving highway infrastructure PDF Version Senior moments   Roads & Bridges September 2008   By David Matthews Older drivers are just like the rest of us: often impatient, sometimes heroic and occasionally drunk and confused PDF Version Declawing wildlife   Roads & Bridges September 2008   By Allen Zeyher President Bush ruffles environmentalist feathers with new rule regarding endangered species PDF Version Write it down   Roads & Bridges September 2008   By Larry Caudle Precise documentation of the facts is critical PDF Version In their words   Roads & Bridges September 2008   By Dan McNichol A look at how presidential candidates Barack Obama and John McCain might affect the road- and bridge-building industry PDF Version For the experience   Roads & Bridges September 2008   By Bill Wilson Roads & Bridges readers lean heavily toward Washington veteran McCain for president PDF Version Saluting excellence   Roads & Bridges September 2008   By Tara VanTimmeren AASHTO Award celebrates excellence in innovative management techniques and use of technology PDF Version Self-Explanatory   Roads & Bridges September 2008   By Kevin MacDonald, P.E., PH.D., and Alan Phipps, P.E., S.E. The benefits of using self-consolidated concrete stand clear at I-35W bridge site PDF Version The elephant in the room   Roads & Bridges September 2008   By Tara Ramani With an obvious need for new road construction, India looks at the promising fortune of privatization PDF Version After checks   Roads & Bridges September 2008   By Jerome O’Connor What was discovered after Peru’s devastating earthquake PDF Version Doing more with less   Roads & Bridges September 2008   By Tara VanTimmeren Iowa county keeps surveying costs under control PDF Version Crossing that bridge   Roads & Bridges September 2008   By Tara VanTimmeren Canadian contracting company learns it can do more on its own with new machine PDF Version It answers 2 greatness   Roads & Bridges September 2008   By Craig Finley, P.E., and Jerry Pfuntner, P.E. Historic Israeli highway has multiple names and successes PDF Version Remaking an entrance   Design Innovation August 2008   By Allen Zeyher Rehabilitated Washington, D.C., bridge now touches down in improved ballpark neighborhood A Narrow Escape   Design Innovation August 2008   By Roads & Bridges Designers make the challenging route safer Rippling Effect   Design Innovation August 2008   By Al Stewart, P.E., and Chip Messenkopf, P.W.S. Storm-water solutions come together once private partnership is established Brain waves over water waves   Design Innovation August 2008   By Jon Chiglo and Alan Phipps, P.E., S.E. New I-35W St. Anthony Falls Bridge features smart bridge technology Continue on 94   Design Innovation August 2008   By Emlynn Grisar and William Mohr, P.E. WisDOT preps for the largest infrastructure improvement project in state history Green growth   Roads & Bridges August 2008   By Bill Wilson Fuel-efficient cars will hurt gas-tax returns Well-oiled problems   Roads & Bridges August 2008   By Bill Wilson Colorado and other states try to figure out asphalt dilemma Need it altered?   Roads & Bridges August 2008   By Larry Caudle Contractors should learn to expect project changes Worse by degrees   Roads & Bridges August 2008   By Al Karr As climate changes, transportation planners will have to protect infrastructure from heat, heavier rainfall, stronger storms and higher storm surges Catchy bus line   Roads & Bridges August 2008   By Graham Carey, P.E., AICP District uses innovation to draw more passengers into its bus rapid transit Growing pains   Roads & Bridges August 2008   By David Matthews With gas prices reaching new record highs each day, it’s not surprising that motorists are driving off the deep end Seattle's own nirvana   Roads & Bridges August 2008   By Jessica N. Murphy, P.E., and Abner Gallardo, P.E. Crews find way around countless obstacles of 45th Street construction Ahead of its time   Roads & Bridges August 2008   By Bill Wilson Construction of I-35W bridge sets high standard for future projects Road to Recovery   Roads & Bridges August 2008   By Tara VanTimmeren New Orleans project aims to restore roadway segments damaged by Hurricane Katrina Download a PDF of Design Innovation   Roads & Bridges August 2008   By Roads & Bridges This special supplement focuses on design innovation in transportation construction and management. It includes timely information on design practices, materials and traffic management. Skid Row   Roads & Bridges July 2008   By George Zafirov Focus on application when choosing skid-steer tires The 100th edition   Roads & Bridges July 2008   By David Matthews One hundred columns ago, we worried about Y2K, Elián González and gas prices topping $1.50 — oh, the good ol’ days Mashing units   Roads & Bridges July 2008   By Larry Caudle Renegotiating prices is a minor/major deal Docking air ships   Roads & Bridges July 2008   By Ted Bush, P.E., S.E.; Kent Bormann, P.E., S.E.; Rob Turton, P.E., S.E. Designers rise to the challenge of the Sky Harbor taxiway Holler for Dollar   Roads & Bridges July 2008   By Bill Wilson Voices rise on Capitol Hill as map for reauthorization takes shape Mincing words   Roads & Bridges July 2008   By Bill Wilson Not enough is said or done about aerial lift safety Transit Terror   TM+E July 2008   By Bill Wilson Vancouver, Wash., voices fear of a light-rail extension Congestors identified   TM+E July 2008   By Allen Zeyher Scorecard shows where traffic moves and where it does not Stop for the Camera   TM+E July 2008   By Michele Fields Study shows automated enforcement does work, and it is legal Tele-promting   TM+E July 2008   By Sathya Kabirdas Telematics industry continues to make a push to users in the marketplace Sim country   TM+E July 2008   By Karla Little and Nic Ward, PH.D. Traffic safety experts turn to simulation to solve rural issues Gas pain   TM+E July 2008   By Daniel Baxter Economic indigestion caused by high fuel cost pushing down VMT but still not solving congestion Orange eyes   TM+E July 2008   By Yimin Tang, Ph.D., and Steven I-Jy Chien, Ph.D. Genetic engineering makes work zones more efficient, safer Public affection   Roads & Bridges June 2008   By Bill Wilson Reaching out to the young creates love for the industry PDF Version E-yikes!   Roads & Bridges June 2008   By Larry Caudle Electronic records can turn into a minefield PDF Version Four deep   Roads & Bridges June 2008   By Dr. Kevin MacDonald Cement mixes give I-35W a stable design PDF Version Their "Q" to innovate   Roads & Bridges June 2008   By James A. Platosh, P.E. Extradosed bridge design one of a kind on I-95 project PDF Version Back Brace   Roads & Bridges June 2008   Mike Bernos Improvements to I-595 should support growth of economy, population PDF Version 30 Years Young   Roads & Bridges June 2008   By Phil Lohr, P.E., PTOE, and Wm. Carey Kelly, P.E. After three decades, I-65/Corridor X Interchange finally reaching completion PDF Version Luxury liner   Roads & Bridges June 2008   By Jon Vitorelo Pipe sealing system caters to crews, motorists PDF Version Super related   Roads & Bridges June 2008   By René A. Renteria, P.E., AND Elizabeth Hunt, P.E. Oregon DOT uses Superpave mix designs for perpetual pavement project PDF Version Keeping it real   Roads & Bridges June 2008   By David Matthews Keeping it real means never having to say you’re sorry for jacking your grandma’s car or trying on her clothes PDF Version A turnpike overturn?   Roads & Bridges June 2008   By Bill Wilson Pa. Turnpike commission calling for an alternative PDF Version Dart hits the bull's-eye   Roads & Bridges June 2008   By Tara Vantimmeren Site dumper turns potential troublesome facet of project into an exercise in efficiency PDF Version The next right   Safety 2006 June 2008   By Hari Kalla MUTCD ready to make changes for 2009 PDF Version Off guard   Safety 2006 June 2008   By Bill Wilson Safety barrier on the road continues to be neglected PDF Version Giving it color   Safety 2006 June 2008   By Philip Garvey Adding green to barricades could make a difference PDF Version Some serious lumber   Safety 2006 June 2008   Dave Chesson WSDOT upholds high safety standards with new log rail PDF Version Where the light is BETTER   Safety 2006 June 2008   By Melisa Finley, P.E., and Gerald Ullman, Ph.D., P.E. Researchers try to find more effective ways to illuminate work zones PDF Version Riding high mast   Safety 2006 June 2008   John D. Bullough, Ph.D. Institute researches option for lighting work zones PDF Version Mark ups   Safety 2006 June 2008   By Paul Carlson, P.E., Ph.D. Elevating the effectiveness of pavement marking PDF Version Nose for trouble   Roads & Bridges May 2008   By Bill Wilson Fungus destroying bat population could stall road projects No bail is set   Roads & Bridges May 2008   By Larry Caudle Preventing a premature exit from subcontractors Everything possible   Roads & Bridges May 2008   By Bill Wilson Contractor goes the extra mile to win illustrious Hayes Award On the level   Roads & Bridges May 2008   By Tara Vantimmeren Lindy Paving is rewarded for its effort on challenging I-79 project Paving the road to success   Roads & Bridges May 2008   By Tara Vantimmeren Paving specialist overcomes obstacles, yields strong rewards All hands on decks, piers, etc.   Roads & Bridges May 2008   By Allen Zeyher Tennessee mounts impressive record of inspecting bridges on time Not my type   Roads & Bridges May 2008   By Bill Wilson Idea to charge more to certain motorists does not fly Roads 4 show   Roads & Bridges May 2008   By Allen Zeyher Hayes finalists Hayes finalists win bonuses for smoothness, volumetrics Element Education   Roads & Bridges May 2008   By Dr. Toader A. Balan, Peter Vanderzee and Frank Wingate, P.E. Going above and beyond the task of monitoring bridges Hold your tongue   Roads & Bridges May 2008   By David Matthews Sure, you’re excited about the weekend, your wife is a bad driver and your mail is always late, but keep it to yourself One side of the story   Roads & Bridges May 2008   By Lou Dzierzak Troubled bridge project gets back on track after long layoff Issue for integrity   Roads & Bridges May 2008   By Brad Christensen and Joseph Phillips Bridge collapse in Arizona is averted thanks to the right equipment Weight watcher   Roads & Bridges May 2008   By Danielle D. Kleinhans, PH.D., P.E. Monitoring system on Huey P. Long Bridge will track load transfer Strong side of the tracks   Roads & Bridges May 2008   By Arthur Schurr Designers combat complex challenges of railroad, freeway for history-making bridge Making the grade   Roads & Bridges May 2008   By Roads & Bridges Manhole risers help Norfolk, Va., keep maintenance costs down Saving lives and saving dollars   Roads & Bridges May 2008   By Roads & Bridges Florida DOT implements various measures, such as high-tension barrier systems, to mitigate accidents Terminal Healthy   Concrete Progress May 2008   By Jason Fowler Contractor overcomes challenges to reconstruct tricky Detroit runway Ultra Competative   Concrete Progress May 2008   By Honggang Cao, P.E., and Ethan Dodge, P.E. New test method gives engineers another quality tool in an already stuffed toolbox Appealing to the Mass   Concrete Progress May 2008   By John Gajda, P.E. Contractor finds a way to work with unique concrete of the new Bay Bridge Speed Stick   Concrete Progress May 2008   By Tony Matter Self-adhering membrane helps combat tight timetable in Chicago Wide Awakening   Concrete Progress May 2008   By Rick Zettler Engineers figure out how to pave up to 200 ft wide Napoleon complex   Concrete Progress May 2008   By Richard Walters Precast concrete is the answer for Ohio commmunity Run of the mills   Roads & Bridges April 2008   By Roads & Bridges ODOT handles the enormity of windmills out on its roads PDF Version Holes in the System   Roads & Bridges April 2008   By Bill Wilson A brutal winter has exposed an aged and brittle road network in the Midwest PDF Version Fresh breath   Roads & Bridges April 2008   By Bill Wilson Talk of new commission gives industry a needed cleaning PDF Version Real April fools   Roads & Bridges April 2008   By David Matthews Whether by plane, pickup or car hood, motorists continue to find new ways to prove that April truly is for fools PDF Version Sore joints   Roads & Bridges April 2008   By Larry Caudle Substantial risk exists when dealing with shaky subs PDF Version Mud claps   Roads & Bridges April 2008   By Roads & Bridges Ways to handle the spring thaw on rural roads with success PDF Version Bones with muscle   Roads & Bridges April 2008   By Bill Wilson New TMA gives work-zone safety a new look and added strength PDF Version Outside the box   Roads & Bridges April 2008   By Tara VanTimmeren Deere breaks the dozer mold with an innovative line of earth movers PDF Version Camera Sly   TM+E April 2008   By Bill Wilson Immoral practices involving red-light cameras at intersections should be scrutinized in the U.S. PDF Version Hall Monitor   TM+E April 2008   By William W. Stoeckert and Stanley E. Young, Ph.D., P.E. Vehicles are set up to probe traffic conditions not just along I-95 but also on 1,000 miles of arterials PDF Version Hand in hand   TM+E April 2008   By Eric Roecks Committee hopes by exchanging information, transportation and public-safety agencies can stay in tune PDF Version Out-of-sight backup   TM+E April 2008   By Tara VanTimmeren Cameras are useless in one of Wisconsin’s most severe snowstorms PDF Version Warrant for your device   TM+E April 2008   By Dean Deeter, P.E. Pooled fund effort eases the decision-making process PDF Version Delay of time   TM+E April 2008   By Smith Siromaskul, P.E., and W.D. Balwin, P.E. Oregon calculates delay times to help schedule bridge projects PDF Version Global Swarming   TM+E April 2008   By Daniel Baxter PDF Version Word for word   Roads & Bridges March 2008   By Larry Caudle “As a whole” defense does not fly in “Big Dig” case PDF Version Fresh apple   Roads & Bridges March 2008   By Hillary Brown, FAIA Leed A.P. New York City becomes more responsive to the environment PDF Version Ray vision   Roads & Bridges March 2008   By Topcon Positioning Systems Topcon CEO talks about state of the machine automation industry PDF Version One and done?   Roads & Bridges March 2008   By Bill Wilson NTSB report refuses to blame beyond the designer of tragic I-35W bridge collapse in Minneapolis PDF Version Tomorrow today   Roads & Bridges March 2008   By David Matthews The days of dreaming about three-wheeled electric cars, million-mile trucks and robots in wooden shoes are over PDF Version Regrouping on the run   Roads & Bridges March 2008   By Allen Zeyher The federal transportation program tries to reorganize without missing a beat PDF Version Drowning out prosperity   Roads & Bridges March 2008   By Dan McNichol “Freight tsunamis” heading toward U.S. threaten its position in global economy PDF Version A catalyst for the environment   Roads & Bridges March 2008   By Donna M. Karrat New York contractors install system that reduces emissions and saves fuel PDF Version Beer garden   Roads & Bridges March 2008   By John Bartoszek, P.E. The city of hops drives home need to be environmentally conscious PDF Version Park and drain   Roads & Bridges March 2008   By Stew Waller Glendale, Ariz., combats environmental concerns with pervious park-and-ride structure PDF Version The spread defense   Roads & Bridges March 2008   By Jerry Byrne Crews save significant time and maintenance costs with overlay in Kansas PDF Version Centering Safety   Roads & Bridges March 2008   By Margaret Rys States continue to look into low-cost safety solutions out on the road PDF Version Setting the bar   Roads & Bridges March 2008   By Tara Vantimmeren Pennsylvania DOT is tops for research and results PDF Version Just the trim   Roads & Bridges March 2008   By Tara Vantimmeren Automated trimmer speeds base construction PDF Version "The Big Dig" unglued   Roads & Bridges February 2008   By Dan McNichol NTSB report on ceiling collapse spreads the blame PDF Version A pop of quality   Roads & Bridges February 2008   By Bill Wilson Mason County discovers the quick benefits of cold in-place recycling PDF Version Peak Performance   Roads & Bridges February 2008   By Tara VanTimmeren Cold in-place recycling the right choice for Pequop Summit PDF Version Recreation building   Roads & Bridges February 2008   By John Arroyo An increase in visitors pushes Boise airport to fast construction PDF Version Fighting fatigue   Roads & Bridges February 2008   By Tara Vantimmeren RM500 takes care of alligator cracking PDF Version Storage Container   Roads & Bridges February 2008   By Richard L. Hanneman Salting industry believes more covered product can help cap environmental and winter weather problems Private black eye   Roads & Bridges February 2008   By Bill Wilson Will the investors of the future bully innocent motorists? PDF Version Cracking down   Roads & Bridges February 2008   By David Matthews No matter whether you’re young or old, fast or slow, aware or distracted—you’re probably doing something wrong PDF Version Bite’s mark   Roads & Bridges February 2008   By Larry Caudle Satisfying DBE requirements may tip the scales PDF Version It’s for rent   Roads & Bridges February 2008 Industry continues to look good for rental business PDF Version Liquid courage   Roads & Bridges February 2008   By Lou Dzierzak As the manufacturer of I-35W system stands up to accusations linked to collapse, Mn/DOT increases anti-icing usage PDF Version Bolder than dirt   Roads & Bridges February 2008   By Roads & Bridges South Carolina county makes a strong statement with recycling effort PDF Version More chug, less puff   Asphalt Today 2006 February 2008   By Mike Acott Asphalt industry works hard toward environmentally friendly environment Think like a knife   Asphalt Today 2006 February 2008   By Eric Morse Industry should follow example of contractor in Nebraska Slim and Trim   Asphalt Today 2006 February 2008   By Kent Hanson, P.E. Reducing the fat in production can help cut energy costs Serious pull   Asphalt Today 2006 February 2008   By John Irvine Contractors need to be business savvy with hauling operations Jersey becomes uniform   Asphalt Today 2006 February 2008   By Rodney Garrett State makes a commitment to smoothness on all road projects Rock climbing   Asphalt Today 2006 February 2008   By Sidney F. Mays Demand for aggregate will continue to skyrocket Nerves of Asphalt   Asphalt Today 2006 February 2008   By Nicholas Hornyak, Ph.D., and James Crovetti Perpetual pavement receives brain to help researchers monitor health A sustained drive   Roads & Bridges January 2008   By Linda Figg and W. Jay Rohleder Jr, PR, SE Innovation in cables and concrete keep bridge construction moving onward and upward Thin on air   Roads & Bridges January 2008   By Bill Wilson D.C. plan would suffocate city traffic The future is now   Roads & Bridges January 2008   By David Matthews New technologies like the Internet and GPS seem to cause just as many problems for drivers as they solve Mirror fogged   Roads & Bridges January 2008   By Larry Caudle Case proves claims do not have to match allegations Tools of support   Roads & Bridges January 2008   By Jim Sorenson FHWA offers new pavement preservation course Onward sputtering soldier   Roads & Bridges January 2008   By Allen Zeyher The economy struggles forward through tragedy and nagging pains Longest running on Broadway?   Roads & Bridges January 2008   By Mark C. Schaefer, P.E., and Dennis Ohlrogge, P.E. Denver officials hope choice of concrete pays off for years to come Blocked in   Roads & Bridges January 2008   By Dale Harrington, Gordon Smith and Marcia Brink Concrete overlays could reshape pavement maintenance Lodge far from a retreat   Roads & Bridges January 2008   By Roads & Bridges Forward thinking and a bold strategy put project in the limelight White light   Roads & Bridges January 2008   By Jenni Prokopy Crews strike fast to make I-5 tunnel safer Bright and shining moment   Roads & Bridges January 2008   By Roads & Bridges New sign standards should benefit motorists Take 5 for safety   Roads & Bridges January 2008   By Roads & Bridges Kenny Construction takes home ARTBA-CNA award Pulling the Plug   TM+E January 2008   Gregory A. Le Frois, P.E. How the New Jersey Turnpike Authority alleviated toll plaza congestion in record time Deals in the dark   TM+E January 2008   By Al Karr More contractors are working out ways to solve the problems of nighttime work zones Signs with times   TM+E January 2008   By Victor Judnic, P.E. Real-time travel info. keeps Detroit mobile during Lodge construction E-Equality?   TM+E January 2008   By Bill Wilson Indiana-Illinois rift proves privatization arena still chaotic For mobility's sake   TM+E January 2008   By Daniel Baxter An inside look at where ITS is cruising and where it is stalled out It may be easy going green   TM+E January 2008   By Daniel Baxter U.S. has work to do to catch up with sustainable Europe Dish it out   Roads & Bridges December 2007   By Bill Wilson We need heavier servings of recycled material Holiday wonders   Roads & Bridges December 2007   By David Matthews “Gladys, get out of the WC and come see this SB running around without any pants chasing the drunk priest!” How much?   Roads & Bridges December 2007   By Larry Caudle Confusion at bid time leads to frustration for contractor Strong comeback   Roads & Bridges December 2007   By Lee Gallivan Pavement warranties making a return appearance All those opposed   Roads & Bridges December 2007   By Bill Wilson Majority of Roads & Bridges readers are not satisfied with leadership in Washington, D.C. Neck sticks out   Roads & Bridges December 2007   By Chris McMillan New technologies place special tag on Throgs Neck Bridge The mulligan that counts   Roads & Bridges December 2007   By Brian Ranck Pennsylvania Turnpike takes a second shot at Allegheny River crossing Holding down the fort   Roads & Bridges December 2007   By Frank Cippel Officials maintain order during construction, safely move traffic through and around project