02.04.2026
Facing big need to fix small structures, state opens applications for $30 million in grants
More than 1,600 small bridges and culverts across Wisconsin badly need repairs or replacement. Some of those so-called “small structures” will start to get some help thanks to funding in the 2025-27 state budget. Wisconsin began…
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01.30.2026
FHWA opts to remove manufactured products waiver from Buy America law, maintaining Biden-era change
The Federal Highway Administration will keep the Manufactured Products Final Rule in place, removing a decades-old waiver despite pushback from industry groups. FHWA this week published a new Q&A document on the final rule and…
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01.29.2026
New ECIP templates for use effective immediately
WisDOT has developed and published new Environmental Control Implementation Plan (ECIP) templates for use on construction projects. The new forms are broken down into an initial submittal form and five individual category forms. The new…
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01.26.2026
Data and Deadlines: WisDOT updates contractors on safety-related compliance
WisDOT is reminding contractors of two important compliance dates for safety-related equipment while also seeking contractor help to collect information on crashes. Barricades As of July 1, 2025, all Type III barricades must be Manual…
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