Conservation group makes Oroville Dam construction recommendations

The February spillway failure caused the evacuation of 188,000 downstream residents and raised concerns over inspections and rebuilding techniques.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 21, 2017

Downtown Atlanta adds a 2.3-mile stretch of smart road

The $3 million project uses adaptive traffic signals, high-definition video and technology that gives emergency vehicles priority to improve traffic flow.

By Hallie Busta • Sept. 20, 2017

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Top 5 stories from Construction Dive

Construction Dive editors curate some of the industry’s top stories from this year.

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McCarthy and PrecisionHawk partner on drone analysis software

The contractor will use the drone software maker’s platform to create 3-D and 4-D models for productivity tracking, site surveying, schedule management and more.

By Hallie Busta • Sept. 20, 2017

Construction on MD's Purple Line can continue — for now

A U.S. District Court Judge has declined to rule immediately on a new request to stop construction of the 16-mile, 21-stop light-rail project.

By Hallie Busta • Sept. 20, 2017

Contractors pick up the pieces after Harvey and Irma

We asked contractors and suppliers in the Gulf Coast and Florida how their operations have been impacted by the storms.

By Hallie Busta • Sept. 20, 2017

HI transit officials submit new plans for struggling $9B rail

The commuter rail project has faced allegations of mismanagement and the prospect of a $3 billion budget shortfall.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 20, 2017

Report: Industry optimistic about commercial prospects

Concerns about the availability of skilled workers have dampened enthusiasm somewhat and could worsen in response to the need for rebuilding in the South.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 20, 2017

DC Metro needs $15.5B to keep trains running, officials say

The figure falls short of the $25 billion some officials say is necessary for key capital projects along the struggling rail system.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 19, 2017

Senators introduce measure to spur transit innovation

The bill is modeled after the Obama-era Smart City Challenge, which rewarded communities for breaking new ground in transportation.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 19, 2017

This week in construction

We looked at the mechanics of IDIQ contracts, questions to ask when taking your job site to the cloud, and the latest construction industry economic reports.

By Construction Dive staff • Sept. 18, 2017

Hyperloop One names 4 potential US routes

The company will allocate resources to 10 teams worldwide to find the top three commercially viable routes, with the goal of having them operational by 2021.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 18, 2017

Demand for construction supplies soars after Hurricane Harvey

Buyers are seeking steel buildings, doors, and concrete, masonry and stone products at a higher frequency now than they were before the storm.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 18, 2017

Minneapolis light-rail bids are too high, agency says

The Metropolitan Council says the bids will likely be rejected, adding another delay to a project that has already faced ample resistance.

By Hallie Busta • Sept. 15, 2017

Hudson River tunnel construction could start this spring

Gateway Program officials are awaiting completion of the final environmental review for the $13 billion project, though funding remains an issue.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 15, 2017

USDOT announces $500M TIGER grants

Selections will prioritize rural projects that improve infrastructure, connect to regional economic centers and support economic growth.

By Hallie Busta • Sept. 14, 2017

Material prices continue to rise in August

It's still unclear how demand from repairs needed following Hurricanes Harvey and Irma will impact material prices in the long term.

By Hallie Busta • Sept. 14, 2017

Pittsburgh International Airport has a $1.1B plan to downsize

The upgrade to the former U.S. Airways hub, which has struggled to meet capacity in recent years, will lower the cost per passenger significantly.

By Hallie Busta • Sept. 14, 2017

Intel's Insight drone services platform could improve field data analysis

The cloud-based software, which can detect changes occurring between inspection rounds, represents continued development of the emerging technology.

By Mary Tyler March • Sept. 13, 2017

How autonomous vehicles use simulations to prepare for the real world

Companies like Google's parent Alphabet are building out digital scenarios featuring the same distractions and adverse conditions found on typical roads.

By Mary Tyler March • Sept. 13, 2017

Moody's: Damage from Harvey and Irma could hit $200B

Although the storms' impact is expected to dampen economic prospects during Q3, they’ll likely push the construction industry to a solid Q4.

By Hallie Busta • Sept. 13, 2017

Canada approves new span for Detroit–Ontario Ambassador Bridge

The bridge is owned by the Moroun family, who are longtime opponents of the $2.1 billion Gordie Howe International Bridge planned nearby.

By Hallie Busta • Sept. 12, 2017

WA the latest to pilot a pay-per-mile fee

The state joins Oregon and a group of East Coast transit agencies in testing a mileage fee as a funding alternative to the gas tax for road construction.

By Hallie Busta • Sept. 12, 2017

Report: Taxes funding US highway construction aren't enough

Rather than increasing slowly as expected, excise tax revenues are declining, raising the stakes for finding new sources of long-term infrastructure funding.

By Hallie Busta • Sept. 12, 2017

Port of Los Angeles signs a 10-year PLA with union group

States are pushing back on the collective bargaining mechanism, however, saying it makes project participation difficult for non-union workers.

By Hallie Busta • Sept. 12, 2017

The 50 States of Construction: JE Dunn CEO Gordon Lansford on MO's construction revival

The Midwest state's diverse economy is on the upswing, and the construction industry there is well-poised to benefit.

By Hallie Busta • Sept. 12, 2017