FHWA Organization
Office of Research, Development and Technology
- Office of Program Development and Evaluation
- Office of Research and Technology Services
- Office of Infrastructure R&D
- Office of Safety R&D
- Office of Operations R&D
- Office of Resource Management
- Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center (TFHRC)
Expert staff at the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) TFHRC in McLean, VA, are dedicated to accelerating and transforming new technologies and concepts into better transportation systems, processes, and services. TFHRC helps FHWA fulfill its mission of enhancing mobility through innovation, leadership, and public service by concentrating on six specific research areas: environmental, human factors, intelligent transportation systems, pavements, safety, and structures. With approximately 300 people working in more than 24 indoor and outdoor laboratories and support facilities, TFHRC provides FHWA and the world highway community with advanced research and development that is essential, indispensable, and connected to our customers.