PULASKI COUNTY, AR — Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) leadership and local dignitaries in Little Rock recently cut the ribbon on the newly widened Highway 10 (Cantrell Road) Corridor.

In addition to the ribbon cutting, the corridor will be officially dedicated as the Thomas B. Schueck Highway. Schueck served as …

HAYNESVILLE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces a project to replace 10 rural bridges/structures along LA 534 and LA 534 Spur south of the Town of Haynesville in Claiborne Parish.

The $18.2 million project recently began with a closure on the first site, which involves …

A native of the State of Mississippi, the Executive Director of the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) has made great strides in addressing his top priorities for the agency – developing a better relationship with the legislature and stemming the loss of employees.

“We have had two of the best …

MCCOMB, MS — Commissioner Tom King, Southern Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects in southwest Mississippi.

“Significant progress is being made on infrastructure projects in southwest Mississippi with even more to come as construction season heats up this summer,” King said. “Bridge replacements, …

TUPELO, MS — A new section of Mississippi highway is now open to traffic. The newly constructed Corridor V, designated as State Route 76, is located in Itawamba County. The 9-mile four-lane highway connects State Route 25 to State Route 23 in Mississippi.

State Route 76 represents a critical link …

YAZOO CITY, MS — The aftermath of the March 2023 tornado in the Rolling Fork area left devastation in its wake. In the face of such destruction, Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) maintenance crews rose to the occasion and had roads cleared within hours, ensuring emergency services, relief efforts, and …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Two new Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) division leaders were recently announced at a meeting of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission.

Brad Smith was announced as the new Head of the Purchasing Division, and Jeff King as the new Chief of Surveys for the department.

An …

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) recently revealed plans to allocate nearly $300 million for nine small- and medium-sized bridge projects in both urban and rural areas. The grants, awarded in eight states and the District of Columbia, are part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law's Bridge …

BATON ROUGE, LA — Following the opening of price proposals for the Jimmie Davis Bridge (LA 511) design-build project in Bossier and Caddo parishes, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has thoroughly evaluated the cost proposal and has decided to award the contract to James Construction Group, LLC …

STONEWALL, LA — A heavily traveled connector route in Stonewall, DeSoto Parish is currently undergoing major improvements in the form of a $14.3 million repair project. LA 3276 (Stonewall-Frierson Road) connects US 171 and I-49 and services an average of over 9,000 vehicles per day.

The contractor, Earnest Contracting, LLC …

MINDEN, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces a project to replace a 63-year-old bridge along the I-20 corridor in Webster Parish. The LA 531 overpass in Minden will be removed and replaced as part of a $19.3 million project, which will ensure continued access to businesses …

The segment of Interstate 10 which spans the state of Louisiana is perhaps the state's most vital corridor. It carries an ever-growing amount of multi-modal freight and industrial traffic, plus tourism traffic into the state or passing through the state. The southernmost cross-country highway in the National Highway System, I-10 …

JACKSON, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) recently held its annual Equipment Operators Roadeo for its District 5 and District 6 offices.

“Safety is always our focus. Everything we do is geared towards improving safety for the traveling public,” said Commissioner Willie Simmons, Central Transportation District. “Roadeos …

HATTIESBURG, MS — Commissioner Tom King, Southern Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects in south Mississippi.

“A large amount of infrastructure improvement projects are currently underway in Southeast Mississippi with even more on the horizon,” King said. “This work is great news for …

JACKSON, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) received three Engineering Excellence Awards from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) of Mississippi at their Annual Assembly in Madison. The Engineering Excellence Awards competition honors engineering firms for projects that demonstrate a high degree of achievement, value, and ingenuity. …

JACKSON, MS — Governor Tate Reeves announces he signed House Bill 1642 and Senate Bill 3120, which invest historic levels of funding toward the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) and infrastructure improvement projects across the state.

“This major investment by the state into our roads, bridges, airports, and other critical …

NASHVILLE, TN — The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) recently marked the legislative passage of the Lee administration’s Transportation Modernization Act, a landmark bill that will create a new strategy and invest $3.3 billion to accommodate Tennessee’s record growth, address traffic congestion, and meet transportation needs across rural and urban …

TUPELO, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) announces several construction and maintenance projects in northeast Mississippi.

“As we continue to invest in infrastructure, we see miles of improvements,” said Northern District Commissioner John Caldwell. “Subsequently, we all see so much more that needs to be done. The …

NEWTON, MS — Commissioner Willie Simmons, Central Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects across central Mississippi.

LAFITTE, LA — Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Secretary Shawn D. Wilson, Ph.D., along with state and local officials, participated in a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the first phase of a permanent replacement for the Leo Kerner Swing Bridge.

The LA 302/Bayou Barataria Moveable Bridge Replacement Project …

BREAUX BRIDGE, LA — Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Secretary Shawn D. Wilson, along with state and local officials, held a ribbon-cutting to celebrate the completion of widening Interstate 10 from La. 328 to La. 347.

“What you’re witnessing today is the return-on-investment of a commitment made …

BATON ROUGE, LA — Gov. John Bel Edwards names Dr. Eric Kalivoda as Secretary for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to replace the recently retired Shawn D. Wilson, Ph.D.

Kalivoda has served on the executive staff as the Deputy Secretary for the past 12 years. Prior to …

For years, motorists using Interstate 40 through the Oklahoma City metropolitan area have been frustrated by frequent lane closures and the resulting traffic backups along a 3-mile stretch of the interstate in Del City, which sits adjacent to Oklahoma City's southeast side. Six existing bridges, all over 60 years old, …

JACKSON, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) announces Will Craft, of Brandon, as Director of its Public Affairs Division. An experienced professional in public relations and governmental relations, Craft will lead MDOT’s division tasked with sharing Mississippi’s transportation story and communicating vital messages to the public.

“I …

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Build America Bureau has a new funding and resource program designed to help communities launch large projects. It is called Thriving Communities, and it was created by passage of the Appropriations Act. The program will provide an abundance of funding, assistance, and other resources …

BATON ROUGE, LA — After more than seven years as Secretary and more than 16 years of executive service at the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), Secretary Shawn D. Wilson, Ph.D. announces his retirement. During his tenure as Secretary, the state invested nearly $5.5 billion in infrastructure projects …

LITTLE ROCK, AR — David Haak recently swore an oath to his position as the newest member of the Arkansas Highway Commission in Texarkana. Close family joined Judge Cathy Hardin Harrison at the Miller County Courthouse to support the beginning of Haak’s tenure.

“I’m looking forward to the next 10 …

ST. JAMES PARISH, LA — Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Secretary Shawn D. Wilson, Ph.D., along with state and local officials, celebrate the start of construction on the LA 70 widening project in Ascension and St. James Parishes.

This $53.2 million project will widen LA 70 from …

Along State Route 19 in Neshoba County, Mississippi, drivers traveling between the towns of Philadelphia and Tucker will soon reap multiple benefits from a current Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) project. The $35.5 million SR 19 Expansion Project, scheduled for completion in 2024, will expand a 4.6-mile stretch of the …

MCCOMB, MS — Commissioner Tom King, Southern Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects in southwest Mississippi.

“Infrastructure needs in southwest Mississippi are wide-ranging, and I’m proud of the projects completed and progress made,” King said. “Additional funding on the federal and state level …

YAZOO CITY, MS — Commissioner Willie Simmons, Central Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) maintenance projects in western Mississippi.

“These projects — some of which were recently completed or nearing completion — are a major investment into our infrastructure system that will make Mississippi …

JACKSON, MS — Mississippi Transportation Commissioners recognizes the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) as a winner of the 2022 Digital States Survey Award in the Transportation category. The national award was given by the Center for Digital Government (CDG), which recognizes states that implement exceptional use of technology to improve …

The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) has awarded nearly $1.2 billion to nine projects across the country through the National Infrastructure Project Assistance (Mega) discretionary grant program, made possible by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The Mega grant program funds projects that are too large or complex for …

PLAQUEMINES PARISH, LA — The U.S. Department of Transportation announces that the Biden-Harris Administration has awarded $273.9 million from the new Rural Surface Transportation Grant Program (Rural) to help communities around the United States complete transportation projects that will increase connectivity, improve safety and reliability, support regional economic growth, and …

LAFAYETTE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces its plans to repair the Interstate 10 eastbound overpass at Interstate 49.

“After extensive planning with our consultant team, we have determined the best course of action to repair the I-10 overpass,” said DOTD Secretary Shawn D. Wilson …

ST. JAMES PARISH, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces an update for the LA 20 Bayou Chevreuil Bridge Replacement project in St. James Parish.

In order to facilitate traffic while construction is ongoing, a temporary detour bridge was built along the east side of LA …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Gov. John Bel Edwards announces a historic public-private partnership between the state of Louisiana, the Port of New Orleans, and two global maritime industry leaders to build a $1.8 billion container facility on the Lower Mississippi River. The new Louisiana International Terminal (LIT) in St. Bernard …

BATESVILLE, MS — During a recent awards ceremony, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) recognized employees in District 2, which covers 17 northwestern Mississippi counties, for their years of continuous service to the agency in various roles including maintenance, administration, and construction, among others.

Two employees, Ulmer Trey Bullock III …

TUPELO, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) announces several construction and maintenance projects in northeast Mississippi.

“I always look forward to the construction season and drier weather returning so we can get more done,” said Northern District Commissioner John Caldwell. “Everyone be especially watchful in work zones …

INDIANOLA, MS — Central Transportation Commissioner Willie Simmons in collaboration with the Mississippi Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) Civil Rights Division, Intermodal Planning Division, and Systems Consultant Associates, Inc. hosted a networking dialogue for local business leaders and transportation officials in Indianola, Mississippi.

The meeting aimed to ensure Mississippi’s Disadvantaged …

The November 2019 opening of the new North Terminal at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport brought a state-of-the-art traveler experience to what has become one of the nation's fastest-growing airports. A current Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LA DOTD) road project, designed to increase vehicle capacity and accommodate …

MIDWEST CITY, OK — Numerous dignitaries and community members gathered at I-40 and Douglas Boulevard in Midwest City to break ground on a more than $170 million interchange reconstruction project. The event also honored U.S. Sen. James Inhofe, R-Oklahoma, for his years of service to the state and specifically for …

NEWTON, MS — Commissioner Willie Simmons, Central Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects across central Mississippi.

HATTIESBURG, MS — Commissioner Tom King, Southern Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects in south Mississippi.

“In 2023, you can count on seeing more infrastructure work being done in South Mississippi,” King said. “Thanks to additional resources, more MDOT projects have been approved …

HATTIESBURG, MS — After serving as Southern District Transportation Commissioner since 2012, Tom King announces he will not seek reelection at the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). King is currently in his third term and serves as Chair of the Mississippi Transportation Commission. He will fulfill the remainder of his …

JACKSON, MS — Central Transportation Commissioner Willie Simmons in collaboration with the Mississippi Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) Civil Rights Division and Systems Consultant Associates, Inc. hosted a networking dialogue for local business leaders and transportation officials.

The meeting aimed to ensure Mississippi’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) have the knowledge, …

BATON ROUGE, LA — One year after President Biden signed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), $4 billion in BIL funding has already been announced for more than 120 projects across Louisiana. The state is also expected to receive approximately $5.9 billion over five years in federal funding for highways and …

BROUSSARD, LA — Governor John Bel Edwards was recently joined by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Secretary Shawn Wilson along with state and local officials to celebrate the start of the Ambassador Caffery Interchange, a future I-49 South project, in Broussard, Louisiana.

“Infrastructure is vital to the …

YAZOO CITY, MS — Commissioner Willie Simmons, Central Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) maintenance projects in western Mississippi.

“These projects are a major investment into our infrastructure system that will ultimately make our state a better place to live and work,” Simmons said. …

JACKSON, MS — Gov. Tate Reeves recently joined U.S. Congressman Steven Palazzo, local officials, and industry representatives at Port Bienville Industrial Park for a ribbon cutting ceremony at a new maritime dock and railroad facility.

Known as the RESTORE Dock, the $8.8-million project included a 600-foot bulkhead with a 40-foot …

On State Route 76 in Itawamba County, Mississippi, a project is underway to complete a much-needed four lane highway between major industrial sites in the state and the neighboring state of Alabama. The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) SR 76 Extension Project is creating an 8.3 mile, four-lane extension of …

BATON ROUGE, LA — The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announces that its Build America Bureau has provided low-interest loans totaling $40.9 million to the Louisiana State Bond Commission for the benefit of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD) for a ferry project and a bridge improvement program. …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Twenty years after the adoption of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s first Eight-Year Construction Work Plan, the Oklahoma Transportation Commission has approved its newest update.

The Federal Fiscal Year 2023-2030 Eight-Year Construction Work Plan contains $8.4 billion worth of critically needed transportation improvement projects designed …

BATON ROUGE, LA — Governor John Bel Edwards recently toured a locally owned bridge in East Baton Rouge with inspectors from the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD). The bridge was deemed deficient and load posted in January 2022. This bridge is one of over 500 off-system bridges eligible …

BATESVILLE, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) announces updates to several maintenance projects in northwest Mississippi.

“There’s no shortage of needs in Northwest Mississippi. Keeping these and other projects on track will improve our overall transportation network,” said Northern District Transportation Commissioner John Caldwell. “Hopefully, these and …

HATTIESBURG, MS — Commissioner Tom King, Southern Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects in south Mississippi.

“We’re proud to see many major infrastructure projects come to completion this summer, especially two major drawbridge projects along the Mississippi Gulf Coast,” King said. “We’re dedicated …

With the recent opening of a new Arkansas River Bridge on Interstate 30 in Little Rock, Arkansas's massive 30 Crossing Project has reached a major milestone. Over several weeks in September, traffic was shifted onto the new bridge (which will ultimately be the eastbound span) in three phases. Work is …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — At an Equity in Infrastructure Project (EIP) event, the leaders of the departments of transportation of California, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, and Michigan signed the EIP Pledge, which is aimed at leveraging infrastructure spending to build wealth in underserved communities. The event was hosted …

TULSA, OK — U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg announces that the Biden-Harris Administration has awarded $48.7 million to support six projects in Oklahoma from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) program to help move forward on projects that modernize roads, bridges, transit, rail, ports, and intermodal …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announces that it has released $59.9 billion in Fiscal Year 2023 apportionments for 12 formula programs to support investment in critical infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and tunnels, carbon emission reduction, and safety improvements utilizing funding from President …

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s (ODOT) $152 million U.S. 69/75 Commerce Connection project though Bryan County aims to improve access and safety on this heavily traveled route.

“This was one of the most challenging areas we had, in terms of the type of traffic we had, a lot of …

NEWTON, MS — Commissioner Willie Simmons, Central Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects across central Mississippi.

LAFAYETTE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces the start of a $136.52-million project to construct a new interchange at La. 3073 (Ambassador Caffery Pkwy) and U.S. 90, a future I-49 South project.

The project will consist of the following work:

• Construction of a fully access …

CALCASIEU PARISH, LA — Gov. John Bel Edwards, Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Secretary Shawn D. Wilson, Ph.D., and other state and local officials celebrated the substantial completion of the I-10 widening project in Calcasieu Parish.

This $45.5-million project, which stretched from approximately I-210 to LA 108, …

TUPELO, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) announces several construction and maintenance projects in northeast Mississippi.

“MDOT has made substantial progress on many of our paving and bridge replacement projects this summer due to the dry weather,” said District 1 Engineer Matt Dunn. “With the number of …

Two state department of transportation projects in Arkansas/Missouri and Tennessee won regional awards in the 2022 America’s Transportation Awards competition, sponsored by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), AAA, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The competition recognizes state DOTs for making a difference in their …

BATON ROUGE, LA — U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg announces that the Biden-Harris Administration has awarded $63.1 million to support five projects in Louisiana from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) program to help move forward on projects that modernize roads, bridges, transit, rail, ports, and …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Improvements to infrastructure in the state’s 77 counties are coming after the Oklahoma Transportation Commission approved the $719-million County Improvements for Roads and Bridges plan during a recent commission meeting. Updated for State Fiscal Years 2023 through 2027, this program is designed by the state Legislature …

YAZOO CITY, MS — Commissioner Willie Simmons, Central Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) maintenance projects in western Mississippi.

“These projects are a major investment into the state’s infrastructure,” Simmons said. “We look forward to seeing these projects through that will greatly improve safety …

JACKSON, MS — Officials gathered in Richland to cut ribbon on the recently expanded U.S. Highway 49 in Rankin County. Central Transportation Commissioner Willie Simmons was joined by Gov. Tate Reeves to celebrate the completion of this massive infrastructure improvement project.

“This 7.5-mile stretch of improvements from Florence to Richland …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — The results are in and Oklahoma’s state bridges continue to shine in a national ranking for good bridge conditions. Bridge reconstruction projects and repairs made in 2021 helped move Oklahoma up to No. 5 in the nation for the first time.

Oklahoma moved ahead of Texas …

MEMPHIS, TN — The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) and the University of Memphis (UofM) have partnered to establish the Tennessee Delta Alliance, a new organization supporting the communities of Lake, Dyer, Lauderdale, Tipton, and Shelby Counties. The organization will be housed in the university’s Center for Regional Economic Enrichment …

LAFAYETTE PARISH, LA — The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announces that its Build America Bureau has provided a low-interest loan for $86.6 million to the Louisiana State Bond Commission for the benefit of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD) to fund the I-49 S. Ambassador Caffery/US 90 …

As the $253 million reconstruction and widening of U.S. Highway 49 in Rankin County, Mississippi, nears completion drivers will enjoy less congestion and safer travel.

“The existing roadway was failing, there were too many median crossovers, and the high traffic volume brought a need for increased capacity,” says Luke McMahen …

CROSSET, AR — Senator Ben Gilmore, State Representative Howard Beaty, Crossett Mayor Crystal Marshall, Director of the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) Lorie Tudor, ARDOT Deputy Director & Chief Engineer Rex Vines, and ARDOT Assistant Chief Engineer for Planning Jared Wiley recently celebrated the completion of almost four …

The largest federal climate investment in U.S. history was made on August 16, after President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into law. The act aims to fight climate change and address record inflation.

The IRA includes policies that will invest in U.S. energy production, reduce carbon emissions, …

MONROE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Secretary Shawn D. Wilson, Ph.D. celebrated the Arkansas Road (LA 616) project, along with numerous elected officials, with a ribbon cutting ceremony in West Monroe, Ouachita Parish.

“This is truly the culmination of decades of tenacity and dedication toward …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Governor John Bel Edwards, Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Secretary Shawn D. Wilson, Ph.D., the LA 1 Coalition, and area leaders recently held a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the start of construction on Phase II of the elevated LA 1 corridor.

Phase II …

BATESVILLE, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) announces updates to several maintenance projects in northwest Mississippi.

“MDOT has made substantial progress on many of our paving and bridge replacement projects this spring and early summer,” said D2 District Engineer Mitch Turner. “The weather has been cooperative so …

HATTIESBURG, MS — Commissioner Tom King, Southern Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects in south Mississippi.

“Summer is peak construction season at MDOT, and we’re proud to see the progress being made on Mississippi’s highways,” King said. “We are always striving to improve …

When the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) was passed back in November 2021, it expanded Buy America, Build America Act (BABAA) coverage to include certain construction materials used on federal-aid highway and transit projects. This was intended to strengthen Made in America requirements by ensuring projects use American-made iron, …

BATON ROUGE, LA — Pending permit approval of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which is expected soon, restoration work will then begin in University Lake near the intersection of East Lakeshore Drive and Stanford Avenue. As the equipment is being staged during this advance work phase, the project …

U.S. Highway 82, an east-west highway, covers more than 1600 miles between New Mexico and Georgia. The highway passes through southern Arkansas and is a major artery in the area. The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) is widening a section of U.S. 82 in the southwestern part of the state. …

LITTLE ROCK, AR — The Asphalt Pavement Alliance (APA) announces that the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) has won all three Perpetual Pavement Awards for 2021. Arkansas and Washington State are the only two states to have received awards in all three categories.

In the "PPA: By Performance" category, ARDOT …

ASCENSION PARISH, LA — Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Secretary Shawn D. Wilson, Ph.D. was recently joined by state and local officials to celebrate the start of construction on the LA 44/LA 941 widening and roundabout project in Ascension Parish.

This $6.2-million project, which stretches from approximately I-10 …

BATON ROUGE, LA — Governor John Bel Edwards, along with Congressman Troy Carter, announces funding for the Southern University Ravine Protection project in East Baton Rouge Parish. Through a grant awarded by the United States Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) …

TUPELO, MS — Commissioner John Caldwell, Northern Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) maintenance and construction projects in northeast Mississippi.

“These projects in northeast Mississippi along with others in northwest Mississippi will help significantly,” Caldwell said. “[Soon], we’ll add nearly a dozen more as we …

NEWTON, MS — Commissioner Willie Simmons, Central Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects across central Mississippi.

This infrastructure improvement project calls for the reconstruction of 7.5 miles of U.S. Highway 49 from Florence to …

JACKSON, MS — The Asphalt Pavement Alliance (APA) announces that the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) has won a 2021 Perpetual Pavement Award: By Performance (PPA) for a 3.25-mile section of U.S. Highway 82 from Oktibbeha County Line to 0.5 miles east of Catalpa Creek Bridge in Lowndes County. Original …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — The traffic situation on I-35 in the Oklahoma City metro area and in Southern Oklahoma is expected to become unmanageable in the coming years without bold and immediate action, members of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission learned at their recent meeting.  

Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) Chief …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — The U.S. Department of Transportation announces that its Build America Bureau has provided a low-interest, long-term loan of $41.55 million to the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) to finance 49 percent of the $85.97 million in eligible costs for the Rural Two-Lane Advancement And Management Plan …

BRIDGE CITY, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) District 02 received the 2022 Environmental Leadership Award from the Jefferson Parish Department of Environmental Affairs for its efforts in pollution prevention. The award was given to Scott Boyle, DOTD District 02 Assistant District Administrator of Operations. …

NASHVILLE, TN — Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) Interim Commissioner Joe Galbato release TDOT’s annual three-year transportation program, featuring just over $3.6 billion in infrastructure investments for 58 individual project phases in 34 counties across the state.

The program emphasizes the repair and replacement of …

OUACHITA PARISH, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces a major project to widen a section of I-20 in West Monroe, Ouachita Parish.

The project will add one lane in each direction on I-20 from LA 3249 (Well Road) to the LA 34 interchange (Stella Mill), …

PRAIRIEVILLE, LA — Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Secretary Shawn D. Wilson, Ph.D. was recently joined by state and local officials to celebrate the completion of the La. 42 widening project in Ascension Parish.

This $27.48-million project, which stretches 3.7 miles between U.S. 61 (Airline Highway) and La. …

HATTIESBURG, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) held its annual District Equipment Operators Roadeo for District 6 at the Forrest County Multipurpose Center in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and for District 7 at the MDOT District 7 Headquarters in McComb, Mississippi.

Focusing on efficiency and skill, MDOT’s roadeos provide employees …

TUPELO, MS — Commissioner John Caldwell, Northern Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) maintenance projects in northeast Mississippi.

“A number of projects at various stages of construction and completion should be great indicators of the importance we are placing on our road maintenance,” Caldwell …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Transportation officials recently raised the curtain on the last major act that will significantly impact traffic at the I-235/I-44 interchange, which puts motorists back “On Broadway” after three years of construction.

The celebration with Gov. Kevin Stitt, Secretary of Transportation Tim Gatz, the Oklahoma Department …

JACKSON, MS — Central Transportation Commissioner Willie Simmons recently joined officials to break ground on a major transportation infrastructure construction project in Washington County.

The project provides for the construction of approximately nine miles of four-lane highway known as the U.S. Highway 82 Greenville Bypass from State Route 1 to …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Gov. Kevin Stitt and Secretary of Transportation Tim Gatz recently presented ACCESS Oklahoma, a $5-billion, 15-year long-range plan, to the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) Board of Directors.

ACCESS Oklahoma, which stands for Advancing and Connecting Communities and Economies Safely Statewide, is a comprehensive, long-range planning process …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s recent meeting include the next step toward designation of an historic Route 66 bicycle route, a report on the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s (ODOT) road-clearing efforts during recent winter storms, updates on federal funding, and a new program …

WASHINGTON, DC — Despite the increase in transportation funding provided by the passage of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) in November 2021, the nation’s roads, bridges, and transit systems remain significantly underfunded and will require increased investment for needed improvements and repairs. Fees on highway users continue …

JACKSON, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) recently announced the promotions of Jeff Ely, Mark Thomas, Chris Nail, Colby Willis Kimmel, and Jim Willis.

Ely was promoted to the position of Chief of Staff. He has been with the agency since 2002.

“I …

JACKSON, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation's Central Transportation Commissioner Willie Simmons recently joined officials to break ground on several Interstate 59/20 improvements in Meridian.

The project provides for the widening of the Interstate 59/20 bridges over State Route 19/39 and the bridge over 65th Avenue, the removal …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Biden and the U.S. Department of Transportation announce more than $1.2 billion for the Appalachian Development Highway System (ADHS) toward the timely completion of designated corridors in 11 states in the Appalachian region.

Under President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, annual funding for the ADHS will increase …

BATON ROUGE, LA — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration recently announced first-year airport funding awards. In all, $2.89 billion will be made available to airports around the nation. The money can be invested in runways, taxiways, safety, and sustainability projects, as well as terminal, airport-transit connections, …

HATTIESBURG, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) continues making improvements to highways in south Mississippi.

“Dozens of projects are moving forward throughout southeast Mississippi, and each one of them is geared toward improving safety and increasing Mississippians’ quality of life,” said Commissioner Tom King, Southern Transportation District. …

GOLDSBY, OK — Following input from the public and stakeholders, the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) announces its preferred design for reconstruction of the I-35 and SH-9 West interchange near Goldsby in McClain County. The project will now move forward to the next phases of development, which include more detailed …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s recent meeting include reports on the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s (ODOT) major accomplishments and milestones in 2021, updates on the state budget outlook, and presentation of an industry award for quality highway construction in Boise City.

Secretary of …

ST. TAMMANY PARISH, LA — The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announces that its Build America Bureau (the Bureau) has provided a direct Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) loan in the amount of up to $26.9 million under the Rural Projects Initiative (RPI) for the Louisiana Department of …

BAY ST. LOUIS, MS — The U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary announces the award of more than $241 million in discretionary grant funding for 25 projects to improve port facilities in 19 states and one territory through the Maritime Administration’s (MARAD) Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP).

These grants demonstrate rapid …

SHREVEPORT, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces a project to provide major repairs to a heavily traveled section of I-20 in Bossier City, as well as additional repairs along the I-20 corridor in Shreveport. The project has an apparent low bid of $82,564,848.20.

The project …

BATESVILLE, MS — Commissioner John Caldwell, Northern Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) maintenance projects in northwest Mississippi.

Oklahoma’s transportation department is modernizing an aging interchange with Interstate 44 to improve capacity and eliminate a bottleneck on Interstate 235 in Oklahoma City.

“It could not handle the traffic,” says Jeff Garder, Project Manager with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT). “We are widening the interstate and addressing …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s recent meeting include the introduction of a safety campaign regarding severe weather preparation, approval of transportation interagency agreement, and the awarding of contracts for projects such as the widening of US-270 Northwest Passage connecting Woodward and Oklahoma City, resurfacing …

Arkansas Department of Transportation’s (ArDOT) largest project ever, the first phase of the 30 Crossing project in the Little Rock area, aims to improve one of the state’s most traveled roads, Interstate 30, including the replacement of the Arkansas River Bridge.

“We have a capacity issue, but we also …

LAFOURCHE PARISH, LA — Governor John Bel Edwards and the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announce that the second phase of the LA 1 corridor project has been let. James Construction Group, LLC. presented the apparent low construction bid of $463.6 million.

“I am excited to see this …

MCCOMB, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) continues making improvements to highways in southwest Mississippi.

“Each of these projects are all geared towards one main goal: improving driver safety. Safety remains MDOT’s top priority,” said Commissioner Tom King, Southern Transportation District.

YAZOO CITY, MS — Commissioner Willie Simmons, Central Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) maintenance projects in western Mississippi.

“These projects show your tax dollars at work,” Simmons said. “As crews work to complete these projects, motorists are reminded to slow down and be …

HATTIESBURG, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) continues making improvements to highways in south Mississippi.

“Dozens of projects are moving forward throughout southeast Mississippi, and each one of them is geared toward improving safety and increasing Mississippians’ quality of life,” said Commissioner Tom King, Southern Transportation District. …

Vicksburg, Mississippi, is famous for being the home of a key Civil War battle. The town, which has a population of approximately 23,000, is in Western Mississippi and is located on the Mississippi River. Interstate 20, a major east-west highway that runs from Texas to South Carolina. The Mississippi Department …

Work progresses on a 5.8-mile, $75 million extension of the Hot Springs, Arkansas, bypass, through rugged terrain, to ease traffic heading north and south.

“The goal is to route through traffic around the city of Hot Springs to allow quicker connections to and from Hot Springs Village and other areas …

KILLONA, LA — After overcoming a few years of unavoidable, unrelated challenges, Entergy Louisiana and Burns & McDonnell have begun helicopter operations to construct the utility’s 16.3-mile, 230-kV Waterford to Vacherie transmission line.

By significantly upgrading local power delivery infrastructure to a higher rating, the critical project will address future …

HATTIESBURG, MS — The Asphalt Pavement Alliance (APA) announces that the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) has won a 2020 Perpetual Pavement Award (PPA) for a 5.8-mile section of four-lane MS 63 in Jackson County, originally constructed in 1977. This is MDOT’s fifth PPA and first since 2009.

To qualify …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s recent meeting include updates on funding for transportation in the Fiscal Year 2022 state budget, briefing on federal infrastructure funding discussions in U.S. Congress, and presentation of a beautification partnership award and of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s …

JACKSON, MS — By unanimous consent, the Mississippi Transportation Commission (MTC) has voted to appoint Brad White as the Executive Director of the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) beginning July 1, 2021.

White currently serves as Chief of Staff for Governor Tate Reeves. He has previously served as Chief of …

BATON ROUGE, LA — Governor John Bel Edwards and Department of Transportation and Development Secretary Shawn D. Wilson, Ph.D., were joined by state and local officials to celebrate the beginning of construction on the new I-10 College Drive exit in East Baton Rouge Parish.

This $52.3-million design-build project will …

NEWTON, MS — Commissioner Willie Simmons, Central Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects across central Mississippi.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s recent video teleconference meeting include announcement of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s (ODOT) bike and pedestrian safety education effort, preview of the upcoming milestone celebration of eastern Oklahoma’s freight waterway, and detailed discussion of a planned interchange project at …

JACKSON, MS — The Mississippi Transportation Commission (MTC) names Jeffrey C. Altman, PE, Acting Executive Director of the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). Altman assumed the role following the retirement of MDOT Executive Direct Melinda McGrath after 36 years of state service.

“It was with great reluctance that we …

BATON ROUGE, LA — The Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces that the Joint Transportation, Highways, and Public Works Committee has approved priority programs for highways, aviation, ports, and flood control for fiscal year 2021-2022. These programs identify infrastructure projects around the state anticipated to let during FY 21-22. …

As the state capital of Mississippi, Jackson is a city that draws people from the surrounding areas. I-20 runs east to west through the city and is a major thoroughfare for those commuting from the suburbs of Jackson. The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is in the midst of the …

JACKSON, MS — The Mississippi Transportation Commission recently awarded contracts for maintenance projects throughout Mississippi. The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) will oversee the 11 projects, which will maintain and enhance transportation infrastructure across the state.

“These projects will make our highways safer and make Mississippi a better place to …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s recent video teleconference meeting include the kick off of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) and Oklahoma Turnpike Authority’s (OTA) work zone safety awareness initiative, a report on ongoing work to address pavement conditions following the recent harsh winter, …

A long-term employee of the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT), Lorie Tudor now serves as director of the agency and has risen to the challenges facing those responsible for transportation infrastructure.

“At the end of most days, I feel I’ve made a difference,” Tudor says. “I’ve added value and insight, …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s recent video teleconference meeting include a report on the state’s transportation response to the major winter storm in February and its effect on the highway system, the ongoing modernization initiative involving the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), Oklahoma Turnpike …

WEST MONROE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces that construction to replace both the Cheniere Lake spillway and attached bridge on LA 3033 in West Monroe, Ouachita Parish, is anticipated to begin on February 1, 2021.

There will be a total road closure on LA …

NEWTON, MS — Commissioner Willie Simmons, Central Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects across central Mississippi.

Tinker Air Force Base, located southeast of downtown Oklahoma City and home to 26,000 military and civilian employees, is the largest single-site employer in the state. The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) is in the midst the I-40 Del City Bridges project, which impacts a significant amount of traffic to …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President-elect Joe Biden has nominated Pete Buttigieg as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT). The former two-term South Bend, Indiana, mayor (2012 to January 2020) was a contender for the Democratic presidential nomination earlier this year. He withdrew from the race and endorsed Biden …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s recent meeting include updates on recently-approved federal legislation providing transportation funding and establishing a commission to celebrate the Route 66 Centennial, as well as recognition of state transportation highlights and milestones in 2020. Engineering contracts were approved for the …

YAZOO CITY, MS — Commissioner Willie Simmons, Central Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) maintenance projects in western Mississippi.

Located in Southwest Arkansas, De Roche Creek flows under I-30. Recently, the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) replaced two bridges along I-30 that go over the 5.5-mile creek whose historical high water elevation is 212.2 feet. While the I-30 bridges at De Roche Creek project was seemingly a simple project, …

BATON ROUGE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces that Kiewit/Boh, a joint venture, has been selected as the contractor for phase one of the I-10 widening project from LA 415 in West Baton Rouge Parish to the I-10/12 split in East Baton …

BATESVILLE, MS — Commissioner John Caldwell, Northern Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) maintenance projects in northwest Mississippi.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s recent meeting include commission approval of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s (ODOT) Eight-year Construction Work Plan and a briefing on its Asset Preservation Plan; approval of the new Oklahoma Public Transit Policy Plan; and an update on the …

KENNER, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces the $125-million Loyola Drive at Interstate 10 interchange project is progressing.

Currently, the contractor, Gilchrist Construction, LLC. is building the ramp embankments and piers that will support the flyovers.

“As drivers start to see signs of upgrades and …

BATON ROUGE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Office of Multimodal Commerce’s Aviation Division was recently recognized with the Special Recognition Award by the Louisiana Airport Managers and Associates (LAMA) during their 50th anniversary virtual conference.

This award was presented to this division for the state’s …

TUPELO, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) continues preservation and maintenance projects on highways and bridges in northeast Mississippi.

The Federal Government’s role in infrastructure can be traced back to the Constitution. According to Article 1, Section 8 of the constitution, Congress is empowered to “establish post offices and post roads.” Although state and even local governments play a major role in the funding of infrastructure these days, the …

MONROE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces an update for the $27.5-million rehabilitation project for the I-20 Mississippi River Bridge. The entire project is anticipated to be complete in early 2021, weather permitting. The nearly 50-year-old structure provides one of the few interstate crossings over …

BATON ROUGE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), Office of Multimodal Commerce’s Director of Ports, Mary Bourgoyne, PE, has been appointed as the President of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Baton Rouge Branch.

Bourgoyne, who previously served as the ASCE President-Elect, will serve …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Luis Malave has been selected to lead the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s (ODOT) Division Three maintenance efforts as the Maintenance Engineer. Malave was selected in September 2020 and will coordinate repair, upkeep, and asset preservation activities in 11 counties in south-central Oklahoma.

Malave’s career with …

YAZOO CITY, MS — Commissioner Willie Simmons, Central Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) maintenance projects in western Mississippi.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Two members of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation's (ODOT) leadership are set to continue their impact on transportation in new positions. Shawn Davis joins ODOT as Director of Operations and will lead the field divisions as they conduct construction and maintenance projects across the state. …

BATON ROUGE, LA — Fugro has been awarded a five-year indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to provide statewide geotechnical engineering services. The contract, which runs from July 2020 to July 2025, was issued by DOTD’s Engineering Division to support roadway …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Two key positions have been filled in central and north-central Oklahoma for the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT). Rick Howland has been chosen to oversee construction and maintenance activities in the Oklahoma City metro and Matthew Mitchell has been selected to oversee the department's construction activities …

BATON ROUGE, LA — Eric Kalivoda, Ph.D., Deputy Secretary for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), was recently announced as the recipient of the Thomas H. MacDonald Memorial Award. The award is the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials' (AASHTO) top award and is …

BATON ROUGE, LA — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announces the immediate availability of $5 million in quick release Emergency Relief (ER) funds to help Louisiana begin repairs to highways and bridges damaged by Hurricane Laura and Tropical Storm Marco.

“This administration is committed …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s recent video teleconference meeting include consideration of a proposal to adjust maximum speed limits on rural interstates, presentation of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s (ODOT) annual safety awards, updates on a modernization initiative, and commission approval of an …

Highway 65 is viewed as a major north-south route in Northern Arkansas. The historic Highway 65 begins in Clayton, Louisiana, and runs through Arkansas, Missouri, Iowa, and concludes in Minnesota. The purpose of the highway – which was created in 1926 and designated as a national highway – was to …

SHREVEPORT, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces that two projects to replace three rural bridges in Bienville and Red River Parishes are moving forward.

The $2.2-million LA 507 bridge project located northeast of the village of Womack in Red River Parish is being funded as part …

TUPELO, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) continues preservation and maintenance projects on highways and bridges in northeast Mississippi.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao announces that the Trump Administration will award more than $273 million in airport safety and infrastructure grants through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to 41 states and the District of Columbia, American Samoa, the Federated States of Micronesia, the Marshall …

SHREVEPORT, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces that the Spring Street Bridge (LA 1 northbound) repair project from I-20 into downtown Shreveport continues to move forward. The contractor will soon begin installing piles for the repairs to the overpass. The 83-year-old structure was significantly damaged …

BATON ROUGE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces that Secretary Shawn D. Wilson, Ph.D. was recently honored with the 2020 Trailblazer of the Year award from the American Road & Transportation Builder’s Association (ARTBA) at the 32nd Annual P3s in Transportation Virtual Conference.

The award is …

JACKSON, MS — The Mississippi Transportation Commission at a recent meeting awarded contracts for maintenance projects throughout Mississippi. The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) will oversee the 18 projects, which will maintain and enhance transportation infrastructure across the state.

“These projects will make our highways safer and make Mississippi a …

Located in Western Oklahoma, approximately 50 miles from the border with Texas is Elk City, Oklahoma. The city, which is off of the famous Route 66, has a population of approximately 11,500. While the historic route no longer exists in its original form, there is still significant traffic in this …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — The Oklahoma Transportation Commission recently held a video teleconference meeting where Secretary of Transportation and ODOT Executive Director Tim Gatz reported on the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s (ODOT) ongoing effort to improve public transit services by seeking stakeholder input on a transportation program for elderly …

LITTLE ROCK, AR — The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) has been named a recipient of an Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) discretionary grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation, according to ARDOT officials.

The $40-million INFRA grant will be used to complete improvements to U.S. Highway 67 between …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Ron Brown was named Division Engineer for the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s (ODOT) Division Three, based in Ada. Brown will manage the construction and maintenance of interstates and highways as well as other transportation-related projects in 11 counties in south-central Oklahoma.

Most recently, Brown served …

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (La DOTD) is changing the configuration of Government Street in East Baton Rouge Parish to reduce the number of lanes, called a “road diet,” to improve safety and traffic flow.

“The major reason is to make the road more pedestrian friendly in this …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Mayor LaToya Cantrell recently joined other officials to mark the completion of the $3.8-million St. Claude Group A roadwork project.

“We are pushing forward with infrastructure projects across the city, and the completion of the St. Claude Group A project is a perfect example of continuing …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Mayor Cantrell recently joined other city officials to celebrate the beginning of the $1.5-million New Orleans Fire Department Multi-Station Project Phase 1, which will repair and renovate 10 fire stations across New Orleans.

"We are excited to be able to roll up our sleeves and put …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Mayor LaToya Cantrell recently joined other officials to mark the groundbreaking for the $25-million Criminal Evidence and Processing Facility, next to New Orleans Police Department headquarters in Mid-City.

“This is an exciting project, and one we have been waiting for a mighty long time," Cantrell said. …

JACKSON, MS — Two Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects are featured in a national publication showing the benefits of transportation and infrastructure programs.

The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) featured Interstate 269 in DeSoto County and State Route 25 in Rankin County in its “The …

TULSA, OK — U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao announces that the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Build America Bureau will provide up to a $120.1-million Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) loan to the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) to help finance the Gilcrease Expressway West Project in Oklahoma. …

TUPELO, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) recently began construction on a new four-lane segment of State Route 76 in Itawamba County. The project is a nearly nine-mile extension of SR 76 from SR 23 to SR 25. Crews began clearing right-of-way on Martin Road, about a half …

JACKSON, MS — The Mississippi Transportation Commission at a recent meeting awarded contracts for maintenance projects throughout Mississippi.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) will oversee the 14 projects, which will maintain and enhance the transportation infrastructure of the state.

“These projects will make our highways safer and make Mississippi …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s recent video teleconference meeting include announcement of Work Zone Safety Awareness activities in May and updates on the impact of COVID-19 on travel and Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) operations. The commission awarded contracts for highway projects on SH-85A …

SHREVEPORT, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces the replacement of three bridges through two different state projects in Red River and Bienville Parishes.

The LA 507 bridge between Womack and Castor in Red River Parish was closed last year after it was determined to no …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Scott Lange was recently named Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) Human Resources Director. Lange has more than 34 years of human resources experience and has been with ODOT for six years.

Lange started at the department as a Human Resources Program Manager in March 2014. He …

BATON ROUGE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces that 15 projects around the state were let on March 11. Twelve contractors presented apparent low bids totaling $45.9 million.

“We’ve had to close quite a few bridges in our state in recent years, so we’re thrilled …

MINDEN, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces a project to lower US 80 at the I-20 overpass west of Minden in Webster Parish.

The $2.5-million project will lower the height of the roadway approximately 3.5 feet in the westbound direction and four feet in the …

MINDEN, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces a project to remove and replace the LA 532 overpass over I-20 just east of Minden in Webster Parish.

By providing a new overpass, the $8-million project will ensure continued access to the businesses and surrounding communities for …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Mayor LaToya Cantrell recently joined other officials and community leaders and partners to celebrate the opening of the Central City Library location inside the Allie Mae Williams Multi-Service Center as well as to dedicate the Carolyn Green Ford Head Start Center as part of the Central …

MCCOMB, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) recently held its annual District Equipment Operators Roadeo for District 7 in McComb, Mississippi.

MDOT’s Roadeos provide employees with an opportunity to sharpen their skills of vehicle handling, trailer maneuvering, and heavy equipment precision. Operators are able to improve their techniques …

TUPELO, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) continues to proceed on projects underway to preserve and maintain highways and bridges in northeast Mississippi.

NEW ORLEANS — Mayor LaToya Cantrell recently joined officials and partners to break ground on the $7-million Navarre Group A road improvement project.

"We are showing that in 2020 we are moving projects forward as it relates to infrastructure, from repaving roads to fixing potholes to drainage to sewer lines, …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s recent meeting include updates on major upcoming I-40 work in Del City and installation of new welcome signs at state border entrances, as well as presentation of an award from a national beautification organization recognizing the Oklahoma Department of …

JACKSON, MS — The Mississippi Transportation Commission recently awarded contracts for maintenance projects throughout Mississippi. The Mississippi Department of Transportation will oversee the nine projects.

The awarded contracts for the Southern Transportation District were:

• A $2.2-million contract awarded to W.E. Blain & Sons, Inc. for a seven-mile mill and overlay …

LITTLE ROCK, AR — The Arkansas Highway Commission has named Lorie Harris Tudor as Director of the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT). The commission made the announcement following a special meeting. Tudor will succeed Scott Bennett, who announced his retirement effective March 20, 2020.

“I’ve had a great career …

COVINGTON, LA — Gov. John Bel Edwards, Louisiana Economic Development (LED) and Allpax Products LLC Executive Eric Hanrahan announce the company will build an 80,000-square-foot headquarters and manufacturing center in St. Tammany Parish, replacing existing facilities where the food and pharmaceutical equipment maker has operated for more than two decades. …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Mayor LaToya Cantrell joins local officials and residents to celebrate the beginning of the Pines Village Group A work near the border of New Orleans East and Gentilly.

The scope of work varies block by block, but includes:

• Repaving the asphalt roadway from curb-to-curb
• Patching the …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Mayor LaToya Cantrell joins other officials in breaking ground on the $3.6-million Read East Group B roadwork project. About $950,000 of the project will come from the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans.

Mayor Cantrell was joined by Ghassan Korban, Executive Director of Sewerage & …

JACKSON, MS — Following heavy rainfall across the central part of the state, Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) first responders were on the scene to ensure Mississippi highways were safe and open for travel.

“MDOT maintenance forces worked through the night to safely reopen a portion of State Route 16 …

JACKSON, MS — The Mississippi Transportation Commission recently awarded contracts for maintenance projects throughout Mississippi.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) will oversee the 17 projects, which will maintain and enhance transportation infrastructure of the state.

“These projects will make our highways safer and make Mississippi a better place to …

JACKSON, MS — The Mississippi Transportation Commission recently designated the first $30 million of lottery proceeds for pavement restoration projects.

The commission, which oversees the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT), adopted the policy to guide MDOT in anticipation of revenue from the Alyce G. Clark Mississippi Lottery Law.

“The first …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s recent meeting include reports on the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s (ODOT) ongoing effort to get public input on the state’s first transit plan and future interstate projects in Tulsa and Oklahoma City, as well as an update on …

ST. MARTIN PARISH, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces the latest update for a rehabilitation project to replace the existing bridge deck surface on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge in St. Martin Parish from the Whiskey Bay exit to mile marker 125 and an update for …

BATON ROUGE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) looks back on its accomplishments for 2019. From January 1 through November 30, a total of 253 projects consisting of 745 miles were let around the state, equaling an investment of $914 million. By the end of the …

BATON ROUGE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Secretary Shawn Wilson, Ph.D. announces two new additions to his executive staff. Deidre Deculus Robert has been named as Executive Counsel, and Joshua McNemar has been named as Assistant to Secretary for policy and governmental affairs.

Robert brings …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Mayor LaToya Cantrell recently joined state and local officials and partners to celebrate the completion of the nearly $3 million of roadwork improvements on Marconi Drive along City Park and Orleans Avenue along and near Delgado Community College. This federally funded project, administered through the Louisiana …

TUPELO, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) has projects underway to preserve and maintain highways and bridges in northeast Mississippi, said Commissioner Mike Tagert, Northern Transportation District.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s recent meeting include presentation of two awards to the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) and updates on transportation happenings in Washington, D.C. affecting federal funding and public transit programs. Contracts were awarded for projects on SH-4 in Canadian County, …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) Executive Director Tim Gatz recently added two new hires to the department.

Sarah Penn was named General Counsel for ODOT. Most recently, she served as the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality’s (DEQ) General Counsel.

Before she served as General Counsel …

YAZOO, MS — Commissioner Dick Hall, Chair, Mississippi Transportation Commission announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects throughout the Mississippi Delta region.

Debris Removal Efforts Ongoing

A project to remove hazardous debris obstructing or lying within MDOT right of way will soon be underway. This includes …

MINDEN, LA — Gov. John Bel Edwards joined the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Secretary Shawn D. Wilson, along with a number of state and local officials, to celebrate the completion of a bridge replacement on US 80 near Minden in Webster Parish.

This replacement work was …

YAZOO CITY, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) announces a leadership change in District 3.

Durwood P. Graham has been named District 3 District Engineer following Kevin Magee’s retirement. Before becoming District Engineer, Graham served as the Assistant District Engineer, Construction Operations.

Graham was hired by the …

BATON ROUGE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces a project to improve I-20 through Bossier, Webster and Bienville Parishes.

The $14.4-million project was awarded to Madden Contracting Co., and will mill and overlay the interstate from the US 80 overpass just east of Haughton …

BATON ROUGE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces a project to replace two bridges on US 80 over Fifi Bayou in Bossier Parish.

The $4.2-million project was awarded to Specialty Trackhoe & Dozer Service, Inc. and will include the replacement of both the eastbound and …

BATON ROUGE, LA — A nearly 50-year-old major interstate crossing over the Mississippi River will soon be receiving a face lift and modern structural improvements, according to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development.

The project to rehabilitate the two-mile-long I-20 bridge over the Mississippi River in Madison Parish …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Mayor LaToya Cantrell recently joined other city officials and community partners for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the $9.5-million Bourbon Street Revitalization, Phase 2 project in the French Quarter. The project began in September 2018 and spans the 500-800 blocks of Bourbon Street …

JACKSON, MS — Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) crews completed the I-20 eastbound hydro-demolition bridge rehabilitation a day ahead of schedule.

The eastbound I-20 bridge over Lynch Creek in Jackson was scheduled to be closed, but crews were able to complete the deck pour and finish striping efforts, allowing the …

MCCOMB, MS — Commissioner Tom King, Southern Transportation District, announces updates to Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects in south Mississippi.



U.S. Highway 98 Bridge Repairs in Pike County

A project to rehabilitate the U.S. Highway 98 bridge over the Canadian National/Illinois Central Railroad continues in McComb.

“This bridge …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Highlights of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission’s recent meeting include details about changes to the state’s "Move Over" law, an update on ongoing interstate speed studies and recap of a recent meeting of bicycle advocates at the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) and groundbreaking of a …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Secretary Elaine L. Chao announces that the Trump Administration will invest $900 million in American infrastructure through the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Transportation Discretionary Grants program. The funding has been awarded to 55 projects in 35 states.

“The administration is targeting BUILD Transportation …

LITTLE ROCK, AR — The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) presented major awards to three prominent transportation leaders for exceptional service and innovation during a special ceremony at the organization’s annual meeting, according to Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) officials.

Lorie Tudor, the Deputy Director …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — With more than a decade and a half of improvements on Oklahoma’s highways and interstates under its belt, this year’s updated Eight-Year Construction Work Plan is paired with newly refined goals to further address the most critical issues affecting drivers every day.

Two complete cycles of …

BATON ROUGE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces a project to improve capacity and the roadway on I-10 in Calcasieu Parish. The $45.5-million project was awarded to Gilchrist Construction and stretches from just west of the LA 108 interchange (Exit 23) to the I-210 interchange (Exit …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Mayor LaToya Cantrell recently joined neighborhood leaders to help break ground on the $5-million Breakwater Drive Improvements Project near the Lakefront. She was joined by Ramsey Green, Deputy CAO for Infrastructure; District D City Councilmember Jared Brossett, Chair of the Budget Committee; Kerry Cuccia, West End …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Mayor LaToya Cantrell recently celebrated the breaking of ground for the $6.56-million Mid-City Group A road-work improvement project.

"The needs are great in our city,” Cantrell said. “We have been very much concerned about flooding in areas of Mid-City that we're seeing due to increased rainfall, …

BATESVILLE, MS — Commissioner Mike Tagert, Northern Transportation District, announces updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) bridge maintenance projects in Northwest Mississippi.

Interstate 55 Bridge Replacement in Tate County

A project to replace two overpasses at Exit 271 near Coldwater continues in Tate County. Both the northbound …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao announced that the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) will award $157 million in airport infrastructure grants to 34 airports in 19 states, plus the U.S. Virgin Islands. This is the sixth allotment of the total $3.18 billion in Federal Aviation …

LITTLE ROCK, AR — The Arkansas Department of Transportation announces the award recipients for its Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) and Recreational Trails Program (RTP) for 2019.

The Transportation Alternatives Program provides funding for programs and projects defined as “transportation alternatives” for pedestrians, bicyclists and other non-motorized forms of transportation. It …

SLIDELL, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces the latest update on the U.S. 11 Bridge closure between Slidell and New Orleans. Crews are currently working on structural repairs to the bridge deck, as well as painting on the north and south side of the moveable …

BATON ROUGE, LA — Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Secretary Shawn D. Wilson, Ph.D. announces another major milestone in the Loyola Interchange Project, which will create new entrance and exit ramps into the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in Jefferson Parish.

The contract with Gilchrist Construction Company …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Mayor LaToya Cantrell recently joined state and local leaders to mark the beginning of the $14-million Little Woods Group A roadwork project — the first of three projects in the New Orleans East neighborhood representing $27 million worth of infrastructure investment in Little Woods and more …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Mayor LaToya Cantrell recently joined other elected officials and local leaders to break ground on the $4.5-million Filmore South Group A roadwork project in District D — the first of four projects scheduled in the Filmore South area, worth a total of approximately $25 million. Work …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Mayor LaToya Cantrell recently joined other officials and community leaders to break ground for the $4.7-million Village De L'est Group B road-improvement project — the second of three projects that will improve infrastructure in the New Orleans East neighborhood.

"There's so many things that fall under …

BATON ROUGE, LA — Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Secretary Shawn D. Wilson, Ph.D., announces that Daniel Magri has been appointed as a new member to his executive staff. Magri will serve as the next Assistant Secretary for the Office of Planning, which oversees public transportation, data …

TUPELO, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) recently held the 2019 State Equipment Operators Roadeo in Biloxi, Mississippi. Each spring, MDOT hosts the Equipment Operators Roadeo in each of its six districts. The top operators from the district roadeos compete in the state event.

Focusing on safety, efficiency …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Two women are making an impact on the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) by being named the first females in two top senior staff positions. Secretary of Transportation Tim Gatz named Dawn Sullivan as Deputy Director and Terri Angier to the newly created position of Interagency …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Federal Highway Administration announces recipients of $321.4 million in Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) grants. These are the first grants awarded under the program and will help build and repair roads and bridges that serve tribal or …

CAMDEN, AR — More than 50 employees of the Arkansas Department of Transportation’s (ARDOT) District Seven received the Director’s Diamond Award for their diligent work and quick restoration of U.S. Highway 278 in Ouachita County.

Around 6:45 a.m. on March 27, a tractor trailer transporting ammonium nitrate on U.S. …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Mayor Cantrell, along with Dillard University administrators and city, state and federal officials, recently celebrated the completion of large-scale drainage improvements on Dillard’s campus, funded through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP).

The $6.5-million Dillard University Drainage Improvement Project was funded …

BOSSIER CITY, LA — Gov. John Bel Edwards recently joined the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Secretary Shawn Wilson, Ph.D. and local and state leaders for a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the beginning of the I-20/I-220 Barksdale Air Force Base (BAFB) Interchange project in Bossier City. The $71.8-million …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Mayor LaToya Cantrell recently joined officials and partners in marking the completion of the South Galvez Street Infrastructure Project. The project, which cost $5.4 million to complete, runs from Toledano Street to Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard. It was designed in accordance with the City of …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Shelly Williams was recently named the Local Government Division Engineer for the Oklahoma Department of Transportation. She will be responsible for all interactions and projects partnered with local governments, including county roads and bridges, sidewalks and bicycle paths. This position also implements the County Improvements …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — The City of New Orleans, Department of Public Works and Sewerage & Water Board and Hard Rock Construction, LLC are on schedule and now more than 50 percent complete with the Bourbon Phase 2 project.

Before beginning Phase 2 construction in September 2018, the project …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — The Oklahoma Transportation Commission announces the appointment of Tim Gatz as the new Executive Director of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, following a unanimous vote at a recent meeting. Gatz currently serves as the Secretary of Transportation and the Executive Director of the Oklahoma Turnpike …

BATON ROUGE, LA — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces 24 projects around the state, highlighted by the $13.6-million new interchange at Pecue Lane in Baton Rouge. Seventeen contractors presented apparent low bids totaling $58 million.

“We’re thrilled to announce the letting of 24 new projects across …

NEW ORLEANS, LA — Mayor LaToya Cantrell recently joined local and state leaders to celebrate the completion of a road improvement project along Fleur de Lis Drive between 30th Street and Old Hammond Highway. The $12-million project was constructed by Command Construction Industries, LLC, and the scope of work …

NEWTON, MS — The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) recently held its annual District Equipment Operators Roadeo at the MDOT District 5 Headquarters in Newton and the District Equipment Operators Roadeo for District 6 at the Forrest County Multi-Purpose Center in Hattiesburg.

Focusing on efficiency and skill, MDOT’s roadeos provide …

BATESVILLE, MS — Commissioner Mike Tagert, Northern Transportation District, announces updates to Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects in Northwest Mississippi.

Interstate 55 Bridge Replacement in Tate County
A project to replace two overpasses at Exit 271 near Coldwater continues in Tate County. The existing northbound I-55 bridge over …

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Brian Taylor has been named the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s (ODOT) Chief Engineer. The announcement was made at an Oklahoma Transportation Commission meeting. In this senior staff position, Taylor will oversee all statewide engineering and operations activities. He replaces Casey Shell who retired in 2018. …

JACKSON, MS — The Mississippi Transportation Commission recently awarded construction contracts for construction and maintenance projects in Central Mississippi.

“The nature of these projects shows the Mississippi Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) continued shift from new construction and capacity upgrades to system preservation and maintenance,” said Commissioner Dick Hall, …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao announces the immediate availability of $10 million in “quick release” Emergency Relief (ER) funds from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to help repair roads damaged by flooding and landslides in Tennessee. The funds were approved shortly after being requested …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announces more than $705.7 million in Emergency Relief (ER) funds to help 34 states, as well as American Samoa, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, make repairs to roads and bridges damaged by storms, floods and …