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The April issue of Roads & Bridges Magazine is out now! Read it at the link below! #magazine #editorial #construction #roadconstruction #asphalt #transportation #constructionindustry #transportationindustry #pavement #concrete #RoadsAndBridges

The Texas Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration signed a Voluntary Resolution Agreement (VRA) to lift their pause on the I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project. This agreement takes significant steps to address project impacts to the community and provides clear enforceable timelines that will be monitored by FHWA as TxDOT proceeds with the NHHIP, including detailed design, stakeholder engagement, affordable housing initiatives, right-of-way acquisition, flood mitigation, and construction activities. The review of TxDOT’s responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act is also concluded with no findings. This agreement comes after an extensive investigation into how TxDOT would address potential impacts to communities affected by this project. The investigation involved multiple meetings with stakeholders from low-income communities in Houston and Harris County as well as environmental justice experts from FHWA. Read and Learn more ☝️Link in bio for a discovery call.👷 #trending #motivation #inspiration #instagood #success #historyusa #usa #history #world #highway #road #instadaily #roadworkahead #roadworks #explorepage #steeldesign #steeldesign #steelstructures #reinforcedconcrete #cementconcrete #aggregate #estimatingandcosting #buildingconstruction #infrastructure #footing

Tech Tip Tuesday: Addressing Roadway Failures and Effective Repair Strategies This Tech Tip Tuesday, we’re focusing on the critical issue of roadway failures and the strategies for effective repair. Recent events, like the Teton Pass collapse in Wyoming, highlight the importance of understanding the causes of roadway failures and how to address them promptly and efficiently. You can read more about the Teton Pass collapse here: https://lnkd.in/e_HDSiqt 1. Common Causes of Roadway Failures: ▪ Landslides and Erosion: Natural events such as landslides, heavy rain, and erosion can destabilize the ground beneath roadways, leading to collapses. ▪ Poor Drainage: Inadequate drainage systems can lead to water accumulation and seepage, weakening the road structure and causing potholes and cracks. ▪ Substandard Construction: Using low-quality materials or improper construction techniques can result in premature roadway failure. ▪ Heavy Traffic Loads: Roads not designed to handle heavy traffic loads can deteriorate quickly under the stress of constant use by heavy vehicles. 2. Assessment and Monitoring: ▪ Regular Inspections: Conducting regular inspections using both manual and technological methods, such as drones and ground-penetrating radar, can help identify potential issues before they become serious problems. ▪ Geotechnical Analysis: Understanding the soil and rock composition beneath roadways can help engineers design more stable foundations and anticipate areas at risk of landslides or erosion. 3. Immediate Repair Strategies: ▪ Temporary Stabilization: In cases of sudden failure, temporary measures such as sandbags, barriers, or temporary drainage systems can prevent further damage and provide immediate safety. ▪ Emergency Patching: Quick fixes like asphalt patches can temporarily restore road functionality while longer-term repairs are planned. 4. Long-Term Repair Solutions: ▪ Reconstruction with Better Materials: Using high-quality materials and modern construction techniques can significantly extend the lifespan of roadways. ▪ Improved Drainage Systems: Installing effective drainage solutions such as culverts, French drains, and proper grading can prevent water accumulation and related damage. ▪ Slope Stabilization: Techniques such as retaining walls, terracing, and vegetation can help stabilize slopes and prevent landslides. Understanding the causes and solutions for roadway failures can help prevent incidents like the Teton Pass collapse and ensure our transportation networks remain safe and reliable. Join us next week for more insightful #TechTips from GWES! #TechTipTuesday #RoadwayRepair #Infrastructure #CivilEngineering #TetonPassCollapse

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Gallatin County is in the early stages of identifying improvement options for three critical intersections on county roads between Belgrade and Bozeman: ➡ Alaska Road South - Cameron Bridge Road ➡ Alaska Road South - East Valley Center Road ➡ Love Lane - Durston Road The purpose of this project is to identify potential improvement options for each intersection, conduct a detailed analysis of all options, and identify the best solution for each intersection. The analysis will consider multimodal traffic needs, safety concerns, environmental impacts, cost, feasibility, and input from landowners, stakeholders, and the public. Once a preferred alternative has been identified for each intersection, the County intends to move forward with design and construction as funding becomes available. Stay up to date with these progress on these intersections by visiting the new project website at https://lnkd.in/gAYufM78. 🔗 #gallatincountymontana #roads #localgovernment #publicservice #bozeman #belgrademt #roadconstruction #safety

Fantastic Tunnel Hole-though!! Such precision hole-through in tunneling can only be achieved by experienced tunnel alignment surveying crew and TBM operators.

Tech Tip Tuesday: Addressing Roadway Failures and Effective Repair Strategies This Tech Tip Tuesday, we’re focusing on the critical issue of roadway failures and the strategies for effective repair. Recent events, like the Teton Pass collapse in Wyoming, highlight the importance of understanding the causes of roadway failures and how to address them promptly and efficiently. You can read more about the Teton Pass collapse here: https://lnkd.in/dYBxe7_y 1. Common Causes of Roadway Failures: ▪ Landslides and Erosion: Natural events such as landslides, heavy rain, and erosion can destabilize the ground beneath roadways, leading to collapses. ▪ Poor Drainage: Inadequate drainage systems can lead to water accumulation and seepage, weakening the road structure and causing potholes and cracks. ▪ Substandard Construction: Using low-quality materials or improper construction techniques can result in premature roadway failure. ▪ Heavy Traffic Loads: Roads not designed to handle heavy traffic loads can deteriorate quickly under the stress of constant use by heavy vehicles. 2. Assessment and Monitoring: ▪ Regular Inspections: Conducting regular inspections using both manual and technological methods, such as drones and ground-penetrating radar, can help identify potential issues before they become serious problems. ▪ Geotechnical Analysis: Understanding the soil and rock composition beneath roadways can help engineers design more stable foundations and anticipate areas at risk of landslides or erosion. 3. Immediate Repair Strategies: ▪ Temporary Stabilization: In cases of sudden failure, temporary measures such as sandbags, barriers, or temporary drainage systems can prevent further damage and provide immediate safety. ▪ Emergency Patching: Quick fixes like asphalt patches can temporarily restore road functionality while longer-term repairs are planned. 4. Long-Term Repair Solutions: ▪ Reconstruction with Better Materials: Using high-quality materials and modern construction techniques can significantly extend the lifespan of roadways. ▪ Improved Drainage Systems: Installing effective drainage solutions such as culverts, French drains, and proper grading can prevent water accumulation and related damage. ▪ Slope Stabilization: Techniques such as retaining walls, terracing, and vegetation can help stabilize slopes and prevent landslides. Understanding the causes and solutions for roadway failures can help prevent incidents like the Teton Pass collapse and ensure our transportation networks remain safe and reliable. Join us next week for more insightful #TechTips from GWES! #TechTipTuesday #RoadwayRepair #Infrastructure #CivilEngineering #TetonPassCollapse

It's #TransportationTuesday! Today we are spotlighting our Shellhorn Road Extension project in Loudoun County.🛣 J2 is playing a pivotal role in the extension and realignment of Shellhorn Road, which, once completed, will ease congestion and improve accessibility to the region, including Dulles International Airport, the Loudoun Gateway Metro Station, and its parking facility. This project will enhance mobility within the heavily traveled area and offer alternative routes for local travelers who wish to avoid the Dulles Greenway while still reaching their destinations. Check out more about this project below, and how we met their challenges with solutions! #J2Projects #ProjectHighlights #LoudounCounty #ConnectingtheCommunity #DesignWithYourFutureinMind