Old Allegheny River Bridge Comes Tumbling Down
After reconstructing a new bridge, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission explodes the old steel truss Allegheny River Bridge. Video courtesy of the Pittsburgh Tribure-Review.
Cumberland County bridge project receives national award
The state Department of Transportation and North Middleton Township, Cumberland County received national recognition for its Spring Road Bridge Replacement Project. The award was presented as part of the America’s Transportation Awards program sponsored by the American Association of State Highway Officials (AASHTO). The project was recognized as the “Best Recovery Act Project” among the small project category. Read more
AASHTO report examines freight system
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials received widespread attention last week for a report concluding that freight demands in America are reaching crisis proportions. Read more
AASHTO Unlocking Freight Report
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Analysis shows gas taxes lowest ever
When inflation and improved gas mileage are factored in, motorists today are paying half the gasoline taxes that they paid in 1975, according to a USA Today analysis. The story is a must-read for anyone who wonders why our transportation infrastructure is crumbling. To view the article, click here.
