Excellence in Utility Relocation and Accommodation Awards

One of the critical challenges facing our industry is providing context sensitive transportation solutions to meet the public's mobility needs, while simultaneously considering the needs and goals of our local communities and stakeholders. As the demands on the surface transportation system become increasingly complex, it is extremely important to consider the needs of and coordinate closely with utility companies beginning at the initial planning phases and continuing through to the construction and maintenance of transportation projects.

The Excellence in Utility Relocation and Accommodation awards program is conducted biennially by the Federal Highway Administration to honor outstanding achievement in the utility arena. The goal of this program is to showcase exemplary projects, programs, initiatives and practices that successfully integrate the consideration of utilities in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of transportation facilities.

2009 Excellence in Utility Relocation and Accommodation Awards

The winners of the Federal Highway Administration's 2009 Excellence in Utility Relocation and Accommodation Awards were announced on April 20, 2009 at the AASHTO/FHWA Right of Way and Utility Conference in Oklahoma City, OK.

The 2009 awards recognize achievements in the following categories: Project Development, Construction Management, Innovation, and Leadership. The 2009 brochure provides a summary of the innovative projects, programs, initiatives and collaborative that were recognized with this year’s awards.

Previous awards program results:

• 2006 Utility Relocation and Accommodation Excellence Awards
• 2007 Utility Relocation and Accommodation Excellence Awards