August 16, 2023
Annual ARTBA report shows 7% of Wisconsin bridges in poor condition
By Lane Kimble
Governor Evers’ commitment to “fixing the damn roads” must remain a priority moving forward, especially when it comes to bridges. Wisconsin actually slid two slots worse, to 23rd in the nation, for percentage of structurally…
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August 11, 2023
Fed changes to prevailing wage rule could impact transportation builders
By Lane Kimble
Wisconsin got rid of its prevailing wage in 2017, but changes at the federal level this week could still impact contractors working on certain projects in the Badger state. Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Labor…
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August 10, 2023
November statewide utility conference registration now open
By Lane Kimble
Utilities impact pretty much every transportation project in Wisconsin, so it’s important to understand how to navigate and work with them. Registration is now open for WisDOT’s statewide Utility Coordination Conference, set for Nov. 6-7,…
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August 3, 2023
New study offers analysis, suggested improvements to Wisconsin’s Design-Build program
By Lane Kimble
A new study may help contractors and WisDOT find ways to improve Wisconsin’s Design-Build pilot program. The Department and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) paid a team of researchers from UW-Milwaukee for the study. Lawmakers authorized the…
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