
The N.C. Department of Transportation captured this video May 30, 2018, near the Buncombe/McDowell county line where a mudslide the night before temporarily closed part of I-40.
View this complete post...John Hennessy III,
P.E.
Over the years, NC Transportation has always looked for ways to embrace new technologies. Today, drones are helping us rethink how we conduct some of our operations, including bridge inspections.
View this complete post...On this episode of N.C. Transportation Now; tips for staying safe while hitting the road this holiday season, the department reminds drivers not to drink and drive, and instead of getting behind the wheel this holiday season, try out another form of transportation.
View this complete post...There are several steps involved in the removal and replacement of the highway surface and sub-structure.
Shifting traffic — Crews establish a work zone and work with paint and barrier wall crews.
Demolishing the road — There are several parts involved in this process and they include milling, or removing the asphalt, breaking the concrete, moving the material out of the way and then crushing it.
Pipe installation — This involves digging up and removing old pipe and installing new pipe.
In a joint partnership with North Carolina’s Division of Public Health, NCDOT is proud to support North Carolina’s Active Routes to School Program. Sponsoring events at schools around the state, the Active Routes to School Program is making a positive impact on the lives of many of our younger citizens.
View this complete post...This video provides an animated representation of the proposed alternatives for each section of the project, and also contains narration which further serves as a guide as to how each alternative would operate if constructed.
View this complete post...Granite Construction is putting the finishing touches on an asphalt plant for the Fortify construction project that will make it easier on motorists and taxpayers’ wallets now that construction is underway.
View this complete post...The Complete 540 study for the southeast extension of the Triangle Expressway is once again underway, following a two-year delay. The Complete 540 project will provide a more direct route and quicker access to RTP, the RDU airport, and major employment and activity centers along NC 540 for rapidly growing communities south and east of Raleigh. Completing 540 will connect the final section of the outer loop from Holly Springs to Knightdale.
View this complete post...Follow InfrastructureUSA
Video, stills and tales. Share images of the Infra in your community that demands attention. Post your ideas about national Infra issues. Go ahead. Show Us Your Infra! Upload and instantly share your message.
Is the administration moving fast enough on Infra issues? Are Americans prepared to pay more taxes for repairs? Should job creation be the guiding determination? Vote now!
What do the experts think? This is where the nation's public policy organizations, trade associations and think tanks weigh in with analysis on Infra issues. Tell them what you think. Ask questions. Share a different view.
The Infra Blog offers cutting edge perspective on a broad spectrum of Infra topics. Frequent updates and provocative posts highlight hot button topics -- essential ingredients of a national Infra dialogue.
It is encouraging to finally see clear signs of federal action to support a comprehensive US infrastructure investment plan.
Now more than ever, our advocacy is needed to keep stakeholders informed and connected, and to hold politicians to their promises to finally fix our nation’s ailing infrastructure.
We have already engaged nearly 280,000 users, and hoping to add many more as interest continues to grow.
We require your support in order to rise to this occasion, to make the most of this opportunity. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to InfrastructureUSA.org.
Steve Anderson
Managing Director
SteveAnderson@InfrastructureUSA.org
917-940-7125