New York State Department of Transportation

09/28/2026

Four legs. No license plate. Absolutely missed the exit for the woods. 🫎

A moose was spotted on I-90 in Rensselaer County this morning, apparently unaware that the interstate is for vehicles only.

Make no moose-stake: Wildlife can appear on our roads without warning. Stay alert, slow down if you spot animals near the roadway, and give them plenty of space - a good reminder to expect the unexpected.

09/28/2026

❄️ Our NYSDOT crews are getting ready for winter on the roads. If you’re getting ready at home, here’s something that may help: Half of all New York households are now eligible for monthly discounts on electricity or natural gas through the Energy Affordability Program.

Check your eligibility and apply: ny.gov/eap

09/28/2026

TRAFFIC ALERT: I-81 Northbound in Broome County (near mile marker 17), Town of Chenango is closed due to a tractor trailer roller involving a fuel spill. The NYS Department of Conservation is on-site, and the spill is being contained. I-81 Northbound remains closed. Traffic is being routed to US 11(Front Street) then to Exit 21 (Castle Creek).

09/26/2026

A State of Emergency is in effect for the Bronx, Kings, Nassau, New York, Queens, Richmond, Suffolk, and Westchester counties as a coastal storm brings heavy rain, coastal flooding, and possible erosion through Sunday.

NYSDOT has 3,375 supervisors and operators available statewide. Crews have been clearing drainage structures, checking conditions, and preparing equipment. Impacted residencies will be staffed 24/7 during the storm and cleanup.

REMEMBER: If a traffic signal is dark or out, treat it as an all-way stop. Never approach downed trees or power lines. Use caution and follow local advisories.

09/25/2026

Our hearts go out to our colleagues at the Connecticut Department of Transportation and the family and friends of Elvin Hernandez during this very difficult time. 💔

CTDOT Employee Elvin Hernandez was hit and killed while doing road maintenance work on Interstate 95 in Fairfield this morning. Our entire agency is heartbroken by this tragedy. Our hearts go out to his family, friends, and everyone who loved him. More: https://portal.ct.gov/governor/news/press-releases/2026/09-2026/governor-lamont-mourns-the-death-of-ctdot-employee-elvin-hernandez?language=en_US

09/25/2026

Stay safe, New York! Heavy rain, wind, and flooding are expected across NYC, Long Island & the Hudson Valley this weekend!

NYSDOT continues to monitor the conditions and will respond where necessary. Avoid traveling during major storms, and if you see water covering the road, please turn around and find another way.

More Here: https://bit.ly/4hM64dx

09/25/2026

NYSDOT has been named 2026 Owner of the Year by the American Institute of Steel Construction and the National Steel Bridge Alliance, as part of the 2026 Prize Bridge Awards.

The award recognizes emergency work on two damaged bridges. After the Riverview Road bridge over I-87 in Saratoga County was struck by an excavator, a temporary stabilization repair allowed it to safely reopen while a replacement is built. In Hamilton County, a temporary modular bridge restored traffic on Route 28N over Fishing Brook after flash flooding damaged the original crossing.

The alliance praised NYSDOT as “an extraordinary bridge owner whose vision and dedication to the public keep America moving,” and recognized the department’s in-house expertise and work that can serve as an example for other states.

More Here: https://bit.ly/3VPciRi

09/24/2026

We know some of you are still “on the fence” about roundabouts. And by “on the fence,” we know you loathe them. 😅

But the majority of drivers really like them, and here’s one big reason why:
🔴 Traditional intersection: 32 vehicle conflict points
🟢 Roundabout: Just 8

That’s 75% fewer opportunities for vehicles to crash. You don’t have to love roundabouts, but the safety math is pretty hard to argue with.

09/24/2026

🔊 SOUND ON.

Those may not be the real sounds of rebar bending, cables snapping or concrete breaking, but the tests and the science behind them are very real.

This , we’re talking about NYSDOT’s Central Testing Laboratory, where approximately 100,000 tests are performed each year to ensure materials used on New York’s roads and bridges meet strict safety and performance standards.

The lab also evaluates innovative low-carbon materials, helping us build a more sustainable and resilient transportation system without compromising safety, quality or durability.

The sound effects may be silly. The work is serious.

09/23/2026

Why didn’t the turtle cross the road? Because NYSDOT installed a fence. 🐢

Along State Route 12 in the Mohawk Valley, NYSDOT employees Becky Miller and Christina Gravelding identified an alarming number of turtles being struck by vehicles. Their solution was simple, effective, and cost-conscious: turtle exclusion fencing.

The wire mesh attaches to existing guiderail and helps prevent turtles from wandering into traffic, protecting wildlife while reducing sudden stops and swerves that can endanger motorists.

This , we’re highlighting how thoughtful transportation solutions can make our roadways safer for every traveler, including those with shells.