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10/23/2026

Protecting Our First Responders on the Road 🚨

FHWA Administrator Sean McMaster recently met with Colorado State Patrol Chief Col. Matthew Packard to discuss the critical importance of Traffic Incident Management (TIM) Responder Training.

After losing five troopers to traffic-related incidents between 2015 and 2019, the Colorado State Patrol fully committed to TIM principles—and today, 100% of their personnel are trained.

As Col. Packard notes, proper TIM training is "the difference between life and death." It ensures our law enforcement, EMS, and first responders stay safe while working hard to keep our roadways clear and protect the public.

Thank you to the Colorado State Patrol for leading by example and setting the standard for roadway safety.

Shovels are officially in the ground in Platte, SD!FHWA Administrator Sean McMaster had the privilege of joining South D...
10/23/2026

Shovels are officially in the ground in Platte, SD!

FHWA Administrator Sean McMaster had the privilege of joining South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden, U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune, U.S. Senator Mike Rounds, U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson, SDDOT Secretary Joel Jundt, and local leaders to break ground on the historic Platte-Winner Bridge Replacement Project.

At nearly $300 million, this is the largest construction contract in South Dakota Department of Transportation history—replacing a vital mile-long lifeline over the Missouri River along Highway 44. The existing 1966 structure is reaching the end of its useful life, and without it, drivers would face an 80+ mile detour.

Under the Trump Administration, FHWA is focused on getting back to basics to ensure safer, more efficient infrastructure across America. We're working hand-in-hand with South Dakota to deliver this critical crossing at the speed of Trump!

🌺 The Aloha State's roadways have some unique surprises! 🚗🌋Here are a few fascinating transportation facts from Hawaii:🌋...
10/22/2026

🌺 The Aloha State's roadways have some unique surprises! 🚗🌋

Here are a few fascinating transportation facts from Hawaii:

🌋 Maui's Haleakala Highway holds the world record for the shortest driving distance to reach 10,000 feet in elevation, taking drivers from sea level straight to the volcano’s summit in just 37 miles!

🛣️ Oahu actually has four official "Interstate" highways despite being thousands of miles from any other state — because the designation reflects federal funding, not crossing state lines!

⚡Hawaii became the first state to enact a mandatory per-mile Road Usage Charge (HiRUC) for electric vehicles, recording odometer readings during annual inspections to replace lost gas tax revenue.

⚠️ Danger at dusk: October is National Pedestrian Safety Month. 🚶‍♂️🚗As days shorten, darker evening hours bring a drama...
10/21/2026

⚠️ Danger at dusk: October is National Pedestrian Safety Month. 🚶‍♂️🚗

As days shorten, darker evening hours bring a dramatic spike in pedestrian fatalities across the U.S. Data from 2020–2024 reveals a critical warning:

🌆 Evening Rush Hour: Deaths surge between 5 PM and 8 PM from October through December as sunset hits during peak traffic.

🚨 Winter Surge: December at 6 PM saw the highest total, with over 600 fatalities recorded.

🌘 Nighttime Risk: Pedestrian deaths remain significantly higher after dark every month of the year.
How to stay safe:

👀 Drivers: Slow down, ditch distractions, and scan crosswalks extra carefully after dusk.

🔦 Pedestrians: Wear bright or reflective clothing and use crosswalks.

Let’s protect each other on the roads—stay alert and make sure you're seen!

On Oct. 20, FHWA Administrator McMaster spoke at a media event launching Colorado DOT’s Incident Response and Traffic I...
10/21/2026

On Oct. 20, FHWA Administrator McMaster spoke at a media event launching Colorado DOT’s Incident Response and Traffic Incident Management (TIM) teams' new Crash Protection Trucks. The vehicles will protect first responders in the Denver area 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Learn more about Traffic Incident Management by visiting https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/tim/

FHWA Administrator McMaster spoke at the I-270 Corridor Improvements groundbreaking event north of Denver on Oct. 19. Th...
10/20/2026

FHWA Administrator McMaster spoke at the I-270 Corridor Improvements groundbreaking event north of Denver on Oct. 19. The event was hosted by the Colorado DOT to mark the start of a project to modernize a critical freight and commuter corridor in the Denver metro area.

Did you know Alaska takes "off the grid" to a whole new level? 🚗❄️Here are a few mind-blowing transportation stats from ...
10/20/2026

Did you know Alaska takes "off the grid" to a whole new level? 🚗❄️

Here are a few mind-blowing transportation stats from The Last Frontier:

✈️ Juneau is the only U.S. state capital that has no continuous road connecting it to the rest of the state — it’s accessible strictly by air or boat!

🧊 In cold winters, western Alaska residents plow and maintain the Kuskokwim River Ice Road, turning over 300 miles of frozen river into a marked highway for off-grid villages!

🗺️ Alaska has the lowest road density of any U.S. state, leaving over 80% of its communities completely unconnected to the state or national road network.

A busy week is ahead for the FHWA Mobile Asphalt Technology Center (MATC)!Here’s where you can find the MATC team:❇️ 102...
10/19/2026

A busy week is ahead for the FHWA Mobile Asphalt Technology Center (MATC)!

Here’s where you can find the MATC team:

❇️ 102nd Annual NESMEA Meeting (Nashua, NH | Oct 20): Catch our presentation on recent program activities and learn how MATC technical assistance helps agencies evaluate and implement asphalt materials and pavement technologies.

❇️ Roadway Management Conference (Williamsburg, VA | Oct 20–22): Visit the MATC trailer on site to learn more about MATC site visits, lab and field testing, training resources, and our equipment loan program.

Attending either event? Connect with our team to discover how we can support your asphalt materials, construction, and implementation needs!

Learn more about the FHWA MATC at:
https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/pavement/asphalt/MATC/

The deadline is coming up on Tuesday!FHWA is asking for the best design for the National Memorial to Fallen Highway Work...
10/16/2026

The deadline is coming up on Tuesday!

FHWA is asking for the best design for the National Memorial to Fallen Highway Workers in Work Zones to pay tribute to the men and women who lost their lives while working on our roads, serving as a lasting symbol of our collective commitment to work zone safety.

Send your detailed proposals that combine a compelling design vision with a clear, feasible implementation plan.

🔗 https://bit.ly/4d5sUKy

This Pedestrian Safety Month, FHWA asks everyone to remember why we need to stay alert when driving at night: 🏙️ Urban ...
10/15/2026

This Pedestrian Safety Month, FHWA asks everyone to remember why we need to stay alert when driving at night:

🏙️ Urban Areas: Substantially more pedestrian fatalities occurred in urban areas (84%) than in rural areas (16%) in 2024.

🌙 After Dark: On busy city roads at night, 42% of fatal crashes involve someone walking—even on lit streets!

Slow down, stay alert, and watch for people crossing in the dark!

🔗 https://www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/pedestrian-safety -in-action

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