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The Best PDH Opportunities for Transportation and Highway Engineers
We have curated this list of the continued learning and PDH credit opportunities we find most impactful. ...
Paving Indiana’s Future: VRAM Joins the State Spec
As of April 16, 2025, INDOT has released a state design memo specifying the use of Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane (VRAM) for Asphalt Paving in...
Grant County, Indiana Wins APAI Quality Asphalt Pavement Award for Innovative Excellence
When it comes to infrastructure, quality is non-negotiable. This year, Grant County, Indiana earned recognition at the respected Asphalt Pavement...
Discoveries on Low-Noise Rumble Stripsย
The problem of noise pollution has become significant; NCHRP funded a study to investigate whether noise pollution generated from rumble strips could …
A Materials Approach to Longitudinal Joint Construction
Is it easy to find roads in poor condition in your county? Several factors can contribute to road deterioration over time, including the size of...
How to Test the Permeability of Your Roadway
Have you ever wondered why your longitudinal joint is cracking and deteriorating over time? Itโs probably because the pavement joint is highly...
How You Can Leverage HSIP (Highway Safety Improvement Program) Funds Systemwide to Minimize Crashes & Fatalitiesย
Are frequent accidents happening due to the deteriorating condition of your roads? There are funds for you, your county and state to utilize to...
J-Band & Centerline Rumble Strips Working Together to Improve the Safety of Otterville Road
Otterville Road in Jersey County, Illinois, is a 25-year-old pavement that has experienced several roadway fatalities and departure accidents over...
Paving the Future: Montana Highway 200
Co-authors: Andrew Eicher & Naarah Holloway Road managers know that the longitudinal joint is the first part of the pavement to fail. As a...
Quantifying Emissions through Sustainable Pavement Practices: FHWA Climate Challengeย
Many businesses across the United States have already implemented more sustainable practices into their pavement construction projects. Other...
More than 20 Years of Longer Lasting Roads in Illinois with J-Bandยฎย
Lengthening road life has been a priority for road construction engineers and paving contractors to prevent road damage caused by longitudinal joint...











