Please join us in welcoming 👋 Iowa SUDAS Director David Carney to the position! Learn more about him and what he'll be doing with SUDAS and the Iowa PWSB. intrans.iastate.edu/news/meet-davi…

Interested in designing pedestrian safety features for year-round maintenance? Check out some recommendations in this great write up on a recent MnDOT Research & Innovation project by our InTrans researchers. mntransportationresearch.org/2023/09/14/des…

Join PROSPER and others on Sept. 26 for an open house about its Base Stabilization of Iowa Granular Roads Using Recycled Plastics project, including a demonstration site visit. intrans.iastate.edu/news/prosper-t…

The Iowa LTAP Biweekly Resource includes dates/locations for the Multidisciplinary Roadway Safety Series and Winter Maintenance Workshops, as well as webinars through December. Register today! iowaltap.iastate.edu/ltap-resource-…

An open house event led by PROSPER Director Halil Ceylan highlighted geosynthetic base stabilization research and reuse of plastic waste. ICYMI, we've got you covered! prosper.intrans.iastate.edu/news/open-hous…

The Iowa LTAP Biweekly Resource highlights the ongoing Multidisciplinary Roadway Safety Series, upcoming Winter Maintenance Workshops, and monthly webinars through December. Check it out! iowaltap.iastate.edu/ltap-resource-…

Thanks to TRB for highlighting this article by our Bridge Engineering Center researchers!

Thanks to Valley High School’s math teacher Erika Weih for having Brent Phares, BEC Research Engineer & Iowa State Civil, Construction & Environmental Eng Associate Professor, at her AP Calculus class last month. We always enjoy the opportunity to meet with the next generation of engineers! intrans.iastate.edu/news/becs-phar…

This week's LTAP Biweekly Resource announced the Work Zone Sign Package application period is now open and includes details on our last webinar of the year, the Work Zone Safety/Flagger Training interest survey, and partner activities. Check it out! iowaltap.iastate.edu/ltap-resource-…

Check out our latest blog on research that is helping Iowa DOT snowplow operators "see" through bad weather. transportationmatters.iowadot.gov/2024/01/update…

With the first big snowfall of the season, we just wanted to say THANK YOU to all of our friends in public works who are dealing with the snow!

When you look at the 511ia.org map, you'll see roads "painted" different colors to indicate winter road conditions. Our crews in the field update the the map as conditions change based on what they are seeing. For more info, go to iowadot.gov/511/Road-condi… #IAWX

Winter sure has hit with a bang! See this week's Friday funny below. And in case you missed it, we issued a newsletter this week, which can be found here: iowapwsb.org/wp-content/upl…

While you're reading this edition, be sure to check out the feature article by CP Tech Center Director Peter Taylor on the past, present, and future of concrete! roadsbridges.com/technology/art… #concretepaving

The Iowa LTAP Biweekly Resources has a new webinar on the Iowa DOT's Access Management Manual and details about applying for the Build a Better Mousetrap Competition. Check it out! iowaltap.iastate.edu/ltap-resource-…

The latest Iowa LTAP Biweekly Resources has details on a 6-part Construction Inspection Webinar Series (w/ APWA Iowa & ICEA), Excavation Safety workshops around the state, and on-site #ADA Accessible Sidewalks & Curb Ramps workshop. Check it out! iowaltap.iastate.edu/ltap-resource-…

Follow the little blue plow: Iowa State engineers help snowplow drivers stay on the road. 📰news.iastate.edu/news/2024/03/0… 📹youtube.com/watch?v=mNbyp6…

USDOT presents - "How to Apply" Webinar series on the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Opportunity cals.cornell.edu/nysltap-local-…

Nearly half of state DOTs have already modified infrastructure based on the needs for connected and autonomous vehicles, like traffic signals and signs that support self-driving vehicles, via TRB, Institute for Transportation, and HDR. ow.ly/cGQ250QMY0G

Congrats Halil Ceylan of Iowa State University! He receives the Roy W. Crum Award for a distinguished career in civil, transportation, & pavement #engineering marked by leadership, achievements, and contributions to transportation research. ow.ly/opXb50TmiV8