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Engineering America’s Next 250 Years
As the United States celebrates its 250th birthday, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) is proud of the contributions of our members in designing, building, operating and maintaining the infrastructure that has helped this country grow from coast to coast. The work our members are doing right now will leave a lasting impact on this great nation and around the world for many generations to come, spanning every infrastructure sector...
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Oregon's interstate bridge replacement clears major federal hurdle
On July 1, 2026, the Federal Highway Administration and Federal Transit Administration issued an Amended Record of Decision for Oregon’s new Interstate 5 bridge, which will connect Portland and Vancouver. Project organizers released the final version of their 944-page environmental impact report in April 2026. Their recent decision represents federal agencies’ final sign-off on the document, allowing construction to begin for Oregon’s next major infrastructure project...
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California receives $155 million for water security
The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved an authorization of $155 million for the Sacramento River Basin on July 1, 2026, to support water and wastewater infrastructure, environmental restoration and surface water protection across the Sacramento River Basin in California. The Sacramento River Basin is the state’s largest watershed and the primary source of water exported through the Central Valley Project and State Water Project, supporting roughly 30 million Californians and 4 million acres of farmland across the state...
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Indiana announces $84 million in infrastructure grants
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun announced the release of $84 million in infrastructure grants to 147 cities, towns and counties across the state. The funding comes from the Community Crossings program, where cities, towns and counties can submit projects for consideration. Since its inception, the program has provided nearly $2 billion in road infrastructure funding across the state...
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Super Products
Mud Dog® Vacuum Excavators are designed to meet the challenges of compact, urban projects to large-scale excavation, daylighting and slot trenching projects. Regardless of the task they are utilized for, vacuum excavators offer versatility, as well as safety and productivity on the jobsite. This product line comes standard as a hydro excavator with an optional air excavation package and is available with 7-yard, 12-yard or 16-yard debris capacity and has 600-2,000-gallon water tank capacity.
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DIPRA
Founded in 1915, the Ductile Iron Pipe Research Association’s (DIPRA) role over time has evolved to become a technically based and research-oriented organization. DIPRA provides a variety of resources such as publications and videos, representation on standards-making committees, technical research on applications-based topics and personal technical services through their Regional Engineer Program.
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KM International
All KM International equipment is primarily American made. KM International has been manufacturing the highest quality asphalt maintenance equipment for over 40 years. At KM International being the best starts with manufacturing the most innovative and reliable product offerings in the industry. KM International’s asphalt maintenance equipment is designed to generate more income for asphalt maintenance companies and save labor hours for government entities.
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Acuity
Street and roadway applications require precise light distribution, optical quality to enhance driver and pedestrian safety, and robust designs to withstand prolonged exposure to harsh environments. Combine with controls to deliver energy efficiency and ensure that every project delivers optimal results.
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Improving Mobility and Connectivity Across Rural Virginia
Virginia’s Corridor Q Route 460/121, also known as Corridor Q, marks the beginning of a new era for Buchanan County’s transportation. Corridor Q consists of Poplar Creek Phases A and B. Poplar Creek Phase A is a 2.61-mile-long, four-lane highway, providing a modern, safe transit system and improving interstate commerce. Its completion improved access and connection to the state of Kentucky and within Buchanan and Dickenson counties. The project is part of a much larger effort to connect rural Appalachian towns...
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EPA approves Michigan groundwater cleanup project
On June 29, 2026, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the approval of a comprehensive plan to address groundwater contamination at the BASF North Works site in Wyandotte, Mich., preventing heavy metals, PFAS and other harmful chemicals from entering the Detroit River. This milestone finalizes the design for a multi-component system to prevent contaminated groundwater flow, authorizing construction to begin in early 2027. The remedy will include perimeter barriers to limit groundwater...
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WVDOT receives over $47 million for infrastructure improvements
On July 1, 2026, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, announced more than $47 million in funding through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development grant program. This grant funding for the West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) includes $23 million for the Corridor H – Waites Run to Virginia State Line Project...
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House passes legislation to strengthen energy grid
On June 29, 2026, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, celebrated the U.S. House of Representatives’ passage of four bills that will harden the electric grid, clarify federal emergency leadership and ensure smaller utilities have the resources they need to defend against increasingly sophisticated threats. These bills strengthen state energy security planning, establish clear Department of Energy (DOE) leadership during energy emergencies...
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Ohio provides funding for local infrastructure projects
Governor of Ohio Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Transportation issued $8.5 million to support 24 roadwork projects that seek to improve access to developable land, create easier access to existing businesses and alleviate traffic congestion around commercial areas in 21 counties across the state. “A modern, reliable transportation system is a major catalyst for economic growth and community vitality,” said DeWine. “By directing targeted funding into these local infrastructure projects...
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