Oregon Identifies Strategies for Reducing Ghost Marking ConfusionJune 25, 2024-When a highway’s lanes need to be reconfigured, many state transportation agencies use hydroblasting or sandblasting techniques to remove the old markings. However, these methods can damage the pavement surface and leave residual or “ghost” marks that can cause driver confusion.
Maryland Evaluates Equipment for Clearing Roadway DebrisJune 21, 2024-Clearing items from the roadway is important, but it can be a hazardous task for highway maintenance workers when frequent stops are required to load debris in and around moving traffic.
Iowa Develops Mobile App for Assessing Pavement RoughnessJune 11, 2024-Many transportation agencies collect pavement roughness data to determine whether maintenance is needed and the type of strategy that should be used. However, traditional methods for measuring pavement roughness can be expensive and time-consuming.
Utah Evaluates Technologies to Automate Culvert InspectionsJune 4, 2024-Routine pipe inspections are an important part of transportation infrastructure maintenance. But getting the job done manually can be challenging, time-consuming and costly.
FHWA Highlights Innovations from No Boundaries MembersMay 21, 2024-The May/June 2024 issue of Innovator, the bimonthly newsletter of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), recognized the efforts of two No Boundaries member states for their work with unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
Highlights from No Boundaries’ May 2024 Peer ExchangeMay 14, 2024-No Boundaries members gathered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana from May 7-9 for a peer exchange on maintenance issues. Hosted by the Louisiana DOTD, the event included a showcase and demonstration of the innovative maintenance tools and equipment developed by the agency’s field staff, as well as a visit to a state-owned bridge that’s being replaced by a Louisiana DOTD maintenance crew.
Missouri Develops Detection System to Reduce Backing AccidentsApril 30, 2024-When maintenance crews on the ground are working near heavy machinery, backing accidents and strikes can occur. To increase worker safety in busy, noisy and low-visibility conditions, the Missouri Department […]