New & Noteworthy

On this page you can find news of recent projects and initiatives.
Local Access Management Regulations

Local Access Management Regulations

The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) is responsible for administering an access management policy for the state highway system.  The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) ...
Get Oriented with EDC-5 Innovations – Webinars and Baseline Report

Get Oriented with EDC-5 Innovations – Webinars and Baseline Report

Innovations for EDC-5 include weather-responsive management strategies, collaborative hydraulics,advanced geotechnical exploration methods, unmanned aerial systems (UAS), and more. ...
Quantifying Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Asphalt Pavement Preservation at Construction and Use Stages Using Life Cycle Assessment

Quantifying Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Asphalt Pavement Preservation at Construction and Use Stages Using Life Cycle Assessment

A recent study found that pavement preservation techniques can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to savings for both transportation agencies and drivers. ...
PMGA Divisions Take Lead on Extreme Weather, Climate Risks, and Asset Management

PMGA Divisions Take Lead on Extreme Weather, Climate Risks, and Asset Management

In 2017, FHWA selected NJDOT as one of six state DOTs to participate in a pilot program on extreme weather, climate risks and asset management. ...
New Jersey STIC Incentive Project Grant Funding Available

New Jersey STIC Incentive Project Grant Funding Available

The deadline to submit a proposal for funding through NJ STIC is approaching on February 1, 2019. ...
The Use of Porous Concrete for Sidewalks

The Use of Porous Concrete for Sidewalks

A 2018 NJDOT report explored the use of porous concrete for sidewalks and its effectiveness to mitigate stormwater runoff. ...
New Jersey To Expand Data-Driven Approach to Highway Safety Management

New Jersey To Expand Data-Driven Approach to Highway Safety Management

Aided by STIC funding, NJDOT pilots a sofware package to proactively identify sites for safety improvement. ...
NJDOT Awarded Accelerated Innovation Deployment Grant to Start Weather-Savvy Roads Pilot Program

NJDOT Awarded Accelerated Innovation Deployment Grant to Start Weather-Savvy Roads Pilot Program

This grant from FHWA will assist NJDOT gather data on road conditions and improve response times during weather events. ...