Webinar: Performance 
Specifications for Concrete Pavements

September 18, 2025, 9am – 10:15am PT

SWCPA is hosting a free workshop to explore the transition from traditional prescriptive specs to performance-based specs for pavement projects.

Ideal for engineers, inspectors, designers, and contractors, this workshop offers practical insights, real-world examples, and essential knowledge on the differences between these two approaches for concrete pavements.

Presenters:

• Oscar Antommattei, Chief Engineer, Kiewit Engineering Group
• Marc Robert, Technical Services Director for Concrete, G3 Quality
• Jon Hamilton, Concrete Paving Manager, FlatironDragados

Webinar: Build America Buy America

September 24, 2025, 10am – 11am PT

Ohio LTAP is hosting a free 1-hour webinar to explore the critical impacts of the BABA program on planning, design, and compliance for local agencies.

The session will cover phase-out of manufactured products, implementation dates, potential risks, and compliance requirements for federally funded infrastructure projects. Learn how to navigate new BABA regulations to ensure compliance and avoid risks to your federal funding.

Presenters:

• Chase Wells, Office of Construction Admin & Innovative Delivery
• Eric Kahlig, Office of Construction Admin & Innovative Delivery
• Clint Bishop, Office of Construction Admin & Innovative Delivery
• Dan Miller, Office of Materials Management

Conference: Nevada Infrastructure Concrete

November 4 – 5, 2025, 8:00am – 5pm PT

Nevada’s premier conference on the design and construction of resilient, long-life concrete roads, bridges, railways, waterways and other built infrastructure is being held this year at the Atlantis Casino Resort in Reno.

Presentation Highlights:

• Innovations in Concrete Pavement Durability
• Spotlight on NDOT Projects
• Planning & Funding Nevada’s Bridges & Highways
• Alternate Delivery Methods Make Sense
• Self-Healing Concrete
• What Makes a Good Spec?

Other Upcoming Trainings & Events

Fleet's Critical Role in Disaster Response | Sep 18, 2025, 8–9:30am PT

APWA is hosting a webinar to equip fleet professionals with critical knowledge to effectively support emergency operations during various disaster scenarios

Innovative Solutions for Road Safety | Sep 18, 2025, 11am–12pm PT

FHWA is hosting an Innovation Exchange Webinar to put a spotlight on road safety innovations emerging from across the country

National Transportation in Indian Country | Sep 21–24, 2025

NCTT is hosting its 2025 Conference at Gila River Casino & Resort Wild Horse Pass in Chandler, AZ

Talking Freight: Freight Data Analytics | Sep 23, 2025, 10–11am PT

FHWA's webinar series returns with an episode on Freight Data & Analytics, presented by the Bureau of Transportation Statistics

Bridge Bearing Maintenance & Replacement | Sep 24, 2025, 9–10am PT

NCPP is hosting a 1hr webinar on bridge bearing operations and their critical role in ensuring long-term structural integrity and performance

Labor Compliance for Local Agencies | Oct 7–8, 2025, 8:30am–4:30pm PT

CALTAP is hosting this workshop to teach local public agency staff prevailing wage requirements and how to apply these skills in practice

Inspecting for Traffic Sign Retroreflectivity | Oct 8, 2025, 6–9am PT

West Virginia LTAP is hosting a free webinar on retroreflectivity requirements in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices

Federal Aid Series: Right of Way | Oct 22–23, 2025, 8:30am–12pm PT

CALTAP is hosting this 2-day workshop detailing the high-level process and procedures for completion of project right of way work

Recording: CDL Training That Works

The recording of FHWA's September 3rd online presentation of CDL Training That Works is now available for public viewing. 

This 1-hour free webinar, part of the EDC-7 Careers in Gear summer series, highlighted successful and innovative CDL training programs from around the country through short videos and real-world examples, providing insights into effective workforce development strategies.

Presenters Included:

• Antoine Smith-Rouse, Gateway Community & Technical College
• Lindsey Trent, Next Gen Trucking
• Thomas Praytor, Bishop State Community College 

Research: Good Data, Stronger Tribes

“Good Data, Stronger Tribes: Overcoming Native American Data Challenges in Southern California” examines persistent barriers to reliable data for Native American Tribes and outlines a regional roadmap for change.

While the research focus is regional, the report’s recommendations have national relevance: As access to federal data shrinks, regional agencies have a growing role to play in supporting Indigenous data sovereignty.

Research: Efficacy of Speed Warning Technologies

A new report by MDOT examines the effectiveness of speed warning technologies across critical speed-change contexts in order to provide guidance to support future installation and operation of such treatments.

The speed warning tech evaluated in this research included dynamic speed feedback signs, flashing LED chevron systems, weather-activated slippery curve warning systems, and changeable message signs.

Research: Assessment of 
Paved Road Dust Emissions Modeling

A new study by the Cal State Riverside offers engineers and planners new methods for assessing road dust, and provides new baseline data on its scope and scale on the State Highway System.

The goal was to deliver a more reasonable and realistic road dust emissions factor model and field testing means for freeways with high traffic volume.

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