September 2020

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Road Construction
Providence, Rhode Island megaproject continues to make forward strides
The U.S. Route 6 and State Route 10 Interchange in Providence, Rhode Island is a three-leg directional interchange that serves as a critical east-…
September 08, 2020
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Providence, Rhode Island megaproject continues to make forward strides
Road Construction
Providence, Rhode Island megaproject continues to make forward strides
The U.S. Route 6 and State Route 10 Interchange in Providence, Rhode Island is a three-leg directional interchange that serves as a critical east-…
September 08, 2020
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Brian W. Budzynski
Editorial/Commentary
Has COVID-19 reached the point of seeming endlessness?
I have begun to question the value of trend data in our industry.  Infrastructure starts are down. Or are they up? How large or small is the test…
September 08, 2020
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Composite matting, as shown in this aerial image, is among the most versatile and popular options for accessing and protecting wetland areas during construction.
Composite matting, as shown in this aerial image, is among the most versatile and popular options for accessing and protecting wetland areas during construction. Photo Credit: Creswell Designs
Safety
When crews working in wetlands prioritize environmental sustainability, they also prioritize their own safety and protection
Building in environmentally sensitive areas, such as wetlands, poses challenges beyond just navigating waterways and stream channels. It is critical…
September 08, 2020
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When developing a cold weather concreting plan, consider three primary objectives: protect the concrete from early-age freezing, protect to ensure adequate strength gain, and protect from thermal shock and cracking.
When developing a cold weather concreting plan, consider three primary objectives: protect the concrete from early-age freezing, protect to ensure adequate strength gain, and protect from thermal shock and cracking.
Winter Maintenance
Controlling concrete placing and curing temperatures is the key to success
There are three primary objectives for cold weather concreting: 1) Protect the newly placed concrete from damage due to early-age freezing; 2)…
September 08, 2020
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Technological advances in the winter maintenance field found to reliably increase safety
Winter Maintenance
Technological advances in the winter maintenance field found to reliably increase safety
When I was in high school, I drove around in a 1976 Chevy Nova with a manual transmission and a cassette player blasting some form of ‘80s rock. Now…
September 04, 2020
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Bailey Island Bridge
All photos courtesy Maine DOT
Road Maintenance
How the Maine DOT handles unique challenges along a rugged coastline
Maine’s 3,478-mile-long coastline plays a fundamental role in our state’s identity as well as its economy. The lobsters hauled into our working…
September 04, 2020
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