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👷‍♂️👷‍♀️In progress: FCDOT has partnered with the Virginia Department of Transportation and the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority to widen approximately four miles of the Fairfax County Parkway from four lanes to six lanes between Nomes Court and Route 29. Watch the video to hear more about the project, including traffic impacts and projected timeline. For more information visit the VDOT project page: https://bit.ly/4iU2LQ2

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Do you want to learn more about the importance of "cross slope" correction during interstate resurfacing projects? Check out this great link from SCDOT!

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Check out Ural Yal sharing thoughts with NPR about replacing Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge: "The extensive use of easily formed concrete, which is less expensive than steel, is key to the cost equation for cable-stayed bridges, Ural Yal says. With concrete, he says, 'there are opportunities to cast a lot of the pieces off-site while you're building the foundations" of the bridge, thus speeding up construction.'" More at the link… #construction #bridge #bridgeengineering #civilengineering #aec Flatiron Construction

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Good news for Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) in the short-term. A long-term funding solution is needed. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania needs to act on enabling a local tax dedicated to #Transit especially in Southeast Pennsylvania. https://lnkd.in/eG5SNr_b

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In response to the effects of Hurricane Helene, Bridge Practice colleagues from Michael Baker International’s Greenville and Columbia, South Carolina, offices were given an emergency task order through our firm’s statewide bridge management contract with the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) to assess 1,331 bridges and culverts for potential storm damage. Michael Baker immediately mobilized over a dozen inspection teams to successfully complete the field work. Data management was accomplished efficiently to quickly clear unaffected structures and seamlessly generate work orders for structures needing repairs. Michael Baker leaders facilitated quick response closures to bridges at risk for localized failures due to storm damage, even providing interim support to protect the public, while SCDOT staff managed detours and closures for other roadway washouts, tree removal and hazardous conditions such as downed power lines. The structure locations were widespread, located in both urban and rural areas, including rocky, mountainous terrain, piedmont and river basin sandflat regions, and everything in between. Many locations were remote with very limited access and required special access equipment in some cases. Thanks to our colleagues’ rapid response in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, our client can move forward with recovery efforts for impacted communities. #BridgeAssessment #EmergencyManagement #RapidResponse #InfrastructureRecovery

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah and Mobile Districts, have awarded an architectural engineering service contract Dec. 30, 2024, for approximately $800k to support the ongoing Risk, Resiliency, and Water Line Condition Assessment Study for the City of Atlanta. The selected architectural engineering service, HDR Engineering, Inc., will partner with the Army Corps of Engineers and the City of Atlanta to evaluate risks and enhance the resiliency of the Atlanta Department of Watershed Management's drinking water system. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gvZ2Q2FF

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Check out these great TSMO resources from FHWA!

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ICYMI, in this week’s blog, local executives offer insights on navigating the design review and permitting process for behavioral health construction projects. With recent experience at Inova Mount Vernon, Inova Fairfax, Frederick Health, Howard County Medical Center, and Virginia's new Central State Hospital, they understand that behavioral health construction projects have unique considerations, especially regarding patient and staff safety. That's why they're sharing their tips for success. To read the full blog visit: https://lnkd.in/eNRzvC-e #GilbaneInk #HealthcareConstruction #HealthcareDesign #BehavioralHealth

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Amtrak has selected AECOM and STV to manage the Sawtooth Bridges Replacement Project on the Northeast Corridor (NEC). Read more: https://ow.ly/44WK50UyiyN #Amtrak #Rail #AECOM #USA #NortheastCorridor

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Amtrak's G.K. Butterfield Station in Wilson, NC receives $4M in renovations through project with the Federal Railroad Administration, the City of Wilson, NCDOT and CSX https://buff.ly/4g9cFvi

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WSP Team Wins $75 Million Contract to Manage Key Bridge Rebuild The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) awarded a $75 million contract to a WSP-led team that will provide planning, engineering, construction management and program support services for the rebuild of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge. Maryland’s Board of Public Works approved the contract Jan. 8th https://lnkd.in/eEcfKiMY #Transportation #planning #engineering #constructionmanagement Marco V. Ávila, P.E. Wes Mitchell, P.E.

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As the weather warms up, we see more cyclists out on the road! This issue of the Federal Highway Administration #Innovator shares how the Virginia Department of Transportation is working to implement successful #FederalHighwayAdministration guidelines to prevent fatalities. Get the full scoop here! https://t.co/Mnpu5mbMhz #CyclistSafety #RoadSafety #FHWA #VADOT

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Earlier this year, Foursquare ITP helped develop a comprehensive zero-emission bus (ZEB) guide for the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT). Modernizing Transit Fleets, developed in partnership with Kimley-Horn, is a five-part guide focused on creating FTA-compliant #ZEB transition plans and offers practical information and tools to help transit agencies and their workers seamlessly adopt ZEB technology. Foursquare ITP developed the Workforce Development Guidance chapter, providing specific resources to help transit agencies proactively address workforce challenges associated with their zero-emission fleet transitions. Read more about the guide and Virginia DRPT's efforts here: https://lnkd.in/gpqwaXjW.

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As a part of maintaining and updating our state's interstate highway system, SCDOT performs cross slope correction during interstate resurfacing projects. Every stretch of interstate highway has a "cross slope," a term for the angle across the width of the road. The main function of a cross slope is to prevent water from standing on the road. This may require crews to work in the same area multiple times, adding or removing asphalt, and making sure the cross slope is just right. Learn more about cross slope correction: https://lnkd.in/eZs_nus8 

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Arlington County is getting closer to a full fleet of Zero Emission Buses (ZEBs). Recently, Arlington Transit held a ribbon cutting on a new operations and maintenance facility to support their growing transit operations and prepare to transition their current bus fleet to ZEBs. Together with Arlington and Turner Construction Company, we are proud to help deliver this facility for the future. Learn more about the project: https://ow.ly/fOAz50UoJXh #StantecTransit

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🌆 Why Local Government Matters This Election Season 🌆 City councils, county boards, and local committees are the unsung heroes of our communities. They shape the daily experiences in our neighborhoods, from parks to public safety and infrastructure. Often, these elected officials work behind the scenes to maintain and improve the quality of life right in our backyards. What Do City Councils Do? - Decision-Making: They make crucial decisions on land use, zoning, and economic development that impact housing, jobs, and green spaces. - Budgeting: Local councils oversee budgets for essential services, ensuring roads, parks, schools, and emergency services are well-funded. - Community Engagement: Through meetings, events, and planning sessions, they’re accessible to hear residents' voices and ideas. - Policy & Programs: From sustainability initiatives to public transportation, city councils shape policies that tackle both immediate and long-term challenges. Why Should We Care? Local government is where we see the most direct impact on our lives. This election season, let's think about the people shaping our communities, supporting local businesses, and promoting environmental stewardship. Every vote is a step toward shaping the future of our towns and cities. #LocalGov #CityCouncil #CommunityMatters #ElectionSeason #IVoted

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