Public Roads
Recent Publications
Below are brief descriptions of reports recently published by the Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) Office of Research, Development, and Technology.Conferences and Special Events Calendar
| June | |
| Date: | June 4-6, 2001 |
| Event: | 18th Annual International Bridge Conference |
| Sponsor: | IBC |
Celebrating National Transportation Week May 13-19, 2001
"It is most appropriate that we take one week each year to celebrate the achievements that we have made in transportation and at the same time reflect on the challenges that lie ahead.Careers in Transportation Moving Everyone and Everything - Everywhere
In the first article of this issue, "HELP WANTED - Meeting the Need for Tomorrow's Transportation Work Force," Clark Martin discusses a critical problem facing the transportation industry, including both the public and private sectors.Policy and Legislation
Along the Road is the place to look for information about current and upcoming activities, developments, trends, and items of general interest to the highway community.New and Improved NSBO Web site
Traveling America's Byways has just gotten easier for online visitors. On May 10, 2001, the National Scenic Byways Online (NSBO) Web site (www.byways.org) unveiled a new look.New Courses Offered
The National Highway Institute (NHI)
901 N. Stuart Street, Suite 300
Arlington, VA 22203
www.nhi.fhwa.dot.gov
Pavement Preservation: Selecting Pavements for Preventive Maintenance (#131058) focuses on selecting the right pavement for various preservation treatments. The course also illustrates pavement evaluation, project selection, and materials considerations for various preventive maintenance applications.