How infrastructure can improve mass evacuations

The quality of highways, services and communications at the state and local levels can determine how efficient and effective a large-scale exodus can be.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 26, 2017

MD plans largest North American highway P3 yet

The $9 billion project includes expanding three major highways in the heavily trafficked Washington, DC, metro area.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 26, 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.

By Construction Dive staff

Hyperloop One's $85M investment raises valuation to $700M

The company still faces challenges from the hefty cost and difficult nature of acquiring land, as well as growing competition to develop the new transit type.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 25, 2017

Edgemoor wins Kansas City Council vote for $1B KCI terminal

Selection committee documents revealed that the group was not the initial top pick for the airport upgrade, raising questions about the awards process.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 25, 2017

This week in construction

We examined how infrastructure can help in the event of natural disasters, innovations in bridge construction and the future of the American factory town.

By Construction Dive staff • Sept. 25, 2017

CA sues Trump to stop US–Mexico border wall

The lawsuit alleges the administration is sidestepping environmental standards and other laws to accelerate construction.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 22, 2017

Can contractors force a written decision on a claim?

Bruce Jervis, editor of Construction Claims Advisor, discusses contractors' options under the Contract Disputes Act to appeal a "deemed denial" of a claim on a federal construction project.

By Bruce Jervis • Sept. 21, 2017

A missing link: Connecting construction sites to the cloud

Contractors are trading fax machines and overnight couriers for real-time communication technology, raising new questions about access and security.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 21, 2017

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

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

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

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

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