Since late March, TDOT crews have been able to take advantage of dramatically reduced traffic volumes on interstates across the state. Workers have been performing additional pothole patching and small paving projects to repair pavement impacted by winter weather. Under normal conditions, these operations are limited due to the severe traffic congestion they can cause during daytime hours. Traffic volumes are beginning to increase to more normal levels. While TDOT does anticipate a reduction in state gas tax revenues for several months due to the reduced fuel usage, the department is only expecting modest delays in construction projects due to this reduction.
Work crews began removing signs and cones late Wednesday night, completing the $154.8 million project approximately one month ahead of schedule. “It feels so good! We couldn’t be more thrilled that we are about to start opening lanes on 440,” said TDOT Community Relations Officer Kathryn Schulte to WKRN.
Phoenix to Pilot Material to Curb Heat Island Effect | ASCE SmartBrief
Sun-baked Phoenix is applying a light gray water-based coating to existing asphalt in a bid to reduce the heat island effect. A similar experiment with the coating in Los Angeles lowered street temperatures by 12 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Full Story: The Arizona Republic
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