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July 14, 2026
Vol. 18 No. 26

 
 
TOP INFRASTRUCTURE NEWS
 

USDOT issues $1.73 billion to upgrade nationwide transportation 
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) issued $1.73 billion worth of grants to 127 projects across the United States to support a variety of transportation infrastructure improvements. Approximately 19 states will receive portions of the funding to replace or upgrade critical, aging infrastructure. “This department is investing in repairing critical roads and bridges that connect Americans to job opportunities... ”
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Interstate bridge connecting Washington and Oregon clears milestone
The I-5 Bridge Replacement project, which connects Washington and Oregon, is set to begin construction after concluding the environmental review process. The project will construct a new pair of Columbia River bridges, one northbound and one southbound, as well as develop enhanced parking capacity, bus service improvements and various interchange and auxiliary lane modifications on the I-5 bridge. “Today, the I-5 Bridge Replacement project reached an important milestone, bringing it
closer... ”

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North Dakota and Minnesota receive critical bridge funding
As part of the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development grant program, the U.S. Department of Transportation awarded $24 million to replace three bridges over the Red River of the North. These bridges span North Dakota and Minnesota, linking the two states. The project will include replacing three Parker steel high truss bridges with clear-span designs and 850-foot abutments. These bridge replacements will ensure safety, remove barriers and increase economic...
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Building for a Million-Strong City
Now the nation’s 10th-largest city, Fort Worth, crossed the one-million resident threshold without tapping the brakes; it accelerated. The work ahead is in building infrastructure bold enough to keep pace with a city determined to define what comes next. Fort Worth is experiencing one of the most dramatic growth trajectories in the country. More than 20,000 new residents arrive each year, businesses continue to expand and development is reshaping the city’s footprint at a remarkable pace...
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Jensen Infrastructure
Jensen Precast is now Jensen Infrastructure. Because we’re more than precast. We’ve expanded our materials, engineering solutions, and manufacturing capabilities to provide smarter, stronger infrastructure. With unmatched engineering expertise, multi-material capabilities, and family-driven values, we simplify complex projects and deliver what you need, when you need it. Same owners, new brand.
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Britespan Building Systems
With over 25 years in the fabric building industry, businesses have relied on Britespan Buildings Systems to protect their most valuable assets and provide superior pre-engineered fabric structures for operational efficiency and storage space. Focused on quality, we design, engineer and manufacture each product line in-house.
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Streetleaf
Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, Streetleaf specializes in integrating modern, renewable technology into communities through one of the most essential yet often-overlooked features: streetlights. Since our founding in 2019, Streetleaf has installed over 8,000 lights across the country, from Florida to California, and is rapidly growing to meet the rising demand for resilient, sustainable solutions.
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Contech Engineered Solutions
Contech Engineered Solutions manufactures civil infrastructure solutions that deliver lasting value to every project. With over a century of experience, Contech has built a comprehensive portfolio that includes bridges and structures, pipe systems, stormwater management, retaining walls, and erosion control solutions. Headquartered in West Chester, Ohio, Contech partners with project owners, engineers, and customers to provide regulatory guidance, solution development, design support, and installation assistance.
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MORE INFRASTRUCTURE NEWS
 

Oklahoma approves $950 million for road, bridge improvement plan
The Oklahoma Transportation Commission approved the latest County Improvements for Roads and Bridges (CIRB) plan for fiscal years 2027 to 2031. The CIRB plan, overseen by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT), includes nearly $950 million in scheduled upgrades to off-system county roads and bridges across the state’s 77 counties. Over the next five years, the updated plan aims to replace or rehabilitate 238 county bridges, including 105 structures...
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The Kurt R. Segler Water Reclamation Facility Delivers a Generational Investment
Southeast of Las Vegas sits the city of Henderson, a rapidly growing town. According to the U.S. Census report, the city expanded from 257,729 residents in 2010 to 353,289 in its 2025 estimate. The Kurt R. Segler Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) is the city’s primary wastewater treatment plant.. First built in 1995 and named after the city’s first utilities service director, the Kurt R. Segler WRF is critical to delivering reliable wastewater service for the entire city...
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How AI can improve workzone safety
A new study from Texas A&M University demonstrates how artificial intelligence (AI) can improve work zone safety by generating in-depth training scenarios. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, from 2011 to 2021, struck-by incidents, which occur when a vehicle, piece of equipment or other object hits a person, accounted for about 1,800 fatalities and more than 167,000 nonfatal injuries. Through a series of studies involving virtual reality simulations...
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Missouri receives $289 million for water infrastructure
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources awarded $289 million to the Missouri American Water Company for upgrades to the St. Louis Central Water Treatment Plant. This is the largest drinking water loan in the department’s history and will cover the project’s entire cost. The project will replace and upgrade several components at the St. Louis Central Water Treatment Plant to maintain and operate a water system that meets current drinking water quality standards and provides reliable water...
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