Hurricane Sandy Emergency Relief

Emergency Relief Funds are available for states damaged by Hurricane Sandy. President Obama has made it a national priority to provide immediate assistance to states impacted by this unprecedented storm and DOT's emergency relief funds represent only the beginning of the commitment to restoring transportation in effected regions.

Find out which States have already received emergency relief funds.

Rebuilding Main Street

Check out the New Hampshire Department of Transportation's newest investment in back angle parking and see how improvements are benefiting communities.

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Redistribution of
Fiscal Year 2003-2006 Earmarks

Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood has released more than $470 million in unspent earmarks from fiscal year 2003-2006 appropriations acts to states for projects that will create jobs and help improve transportation across the country.

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FHWA FY 2013
Budget Justification

The FY 2013 Budget Justification is the President’s FHWA Budget request to Congress. To learn more about the President’s FHWA request, the 184 page document is provided here.

Every Day Counts

The Every Day Counts initiative is designed to identify and deploy innovation aimed at reducing the time it takes to deliver highway projects, enhance safety, and protect the environment.

Learn what industry partners are saying about Every Day Counts at the EDC Forum.

In The News

Press Release: U.S. Transportation Secretary LaHood Announces an Additional $20 million in Quick Release Emergency Relief Funds for Hurricane Sandy Damage in New York
The announcement builds on President Obama's call-immediately following the hurricane-for federal agencies to act quickly to bring all available resources to bear as quickly as possible.
Press Release: U.S. Transportation Secretary LaHood Announces $300 Million Loan to Help Build New I-95 Express Lanes in Northern Virginia
"The work in northern Virginia on the I-95 Express Lanes will provide good jobs today and make driving in the region less congested and safer for generations to come."
Press Release: FHWA Administrator Mendez Celebrates the Opening of 495 Express Lanes in Northern Virginia
The project is a model of innovative financing and provides new travel options on the Capital Beltway, one of the region's busiest roads. Administrator Mendez joined Gov. Bob McDonnell and other state and local officials at the celebration.
MAP-21
Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century. Transforming the way we build, maintain, and manage our nation's highways.
Emission Reductions
Learn how FHWA research is demonstrating tremendous potential for encouraging “green” approaches to signalized traffic intersections.
Crash Modification Factor
FHWA’s CMF study expected to bolster support for Safety EdgeSM Treatment.
Traffic Volume Trends
Monthly report based on hourly traffic count data.

What We Do

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) provides stewardship over the construction, maintenance and preservation of the Nation’s highways, bridges and tunnels. FHWA also conducts research and provides technical assistance to state and local agencies in an effort to improve safety, mobility, and livability, and to encourage innovation. read more

Core Highway Topics

Careers At FHWA

Ranked in Top 20 of “Best Places to Work in Federal Government” in 2011

Choosing a profession with the FHWA provides an opportunity for you to effect change in technologies that span the world and impact the way we live and interact. Embark on a career that makes a difference.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and advancement in the Federal Government are based on qualifications and job performance.

Planning A Trip?

National Traffic & Road Closure Information
A collection of links from public agencies and other entities that offer information about current traffic conditions across the nation. The links are organized by State and include information on road closures due to weather or road construction, and traffic conditions.
America’s Byways®
The umbrella term we use for marketing the collection of 150 distinct and diverse roads designated by the U.S. Secretary of Transportation. America's Byways include the National Scenic Byways and All-American Roads.

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