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FHWA issues $1.6 billion in emergency relief funding
After the recent natural disasters across the nation, the Federal Highway Administration issued $1.6 billion in emergency relief funding to help accelerate critical repairs to roads, bridges and other transportation infrastructure. North Carolina received $873 million to continue recovery efforts from when Hurricane Helene struck in 2024, causing historic levels of damage in the western region and resulting in more than 1,400 road closures. Hawaii received $81 million...
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DOE announces investment to strengthen energy infrastructure
On Oct. 20, 2026, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced approximately $967 million in funding through its Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grant program to modernize critical energy infrastructure, lower electricity costs and strengthen the nation's power grid. The funding will support locally driven projects across states to upgrade critical infrastructure, prevent power disruptions and meet growing electricity demand...
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SDDOT celebrates groundbreaking ceremony for Platte-Winner Bridge Project
On Oct. 22, 2026, South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden and South Dakota's Department of Transportation (SDDOT) Secretary Joel Jundt, as well as local, state and federal leaders, celebrated the Platte-Winner Bridge groundbreaking event. The original Platte-Winner Bridge was completed in 1966, with construction for the upgraded one planned for 2027 to 2031. “As the longest bridge in South Dakota, the Platte-Winner Bridge plays an essential role in keeping our state connected,” said Rhoden...
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ASCE inducts 2027 President
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) at its annual business meeting swore in Carol Haddock, P.E., MPA, F.ASCE, as the 2027 president of the Society. Haddock serves as the director of public works for the City of Baytown, Texas and a professor-in-the-practice at Rice University. The business meeting also included inducting Rossana D’Antonio, P.E., G.E., F.ASCE, as the new ASCE president-elect and swearing in board members...
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Infrastructure Featured Products & Companies
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Jensen Infrastructure
Jensen Precast is now Jensen Infrastructure. Because we’re more than precast. We’ve expanded our materials, engineering solutions, and manufacturing capabilities to provide smarter, stronger infrastructure. With unmatched engineering expertise, multi-material capabilities, and family-driven values, we simplify complex projects and deliver what you need, when you need it. Same owners, new brand.
www.jensenprecast.com
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Britespan Building Systems
With over 25 years in the fabric building industry, businesses have relied on Britespan Buildings Systems to protect their most valuable assets and provide superior pre-engineered fabric structures for operational efficiency and storage space. Focused on quality, we design, engineer and manufacture each product line in-house.
www.britespanbuildings.com
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Streetleaf
Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, Streetleaf specializes in integrating modern, renewable technology into communities through one of the most essential yet often-overlooked features: streetlights. Since our founding in 2019, Streetleaf has installed over 8,000 lights across the country, from Florida to California, and is rapidly growing to meet the rising demand for resilient, sustainable solutions.
www.streetleaf.com
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Contech Engineered Solutions
Contech Engineered Solutions manufactures civil infrastructure solutions that deliver lasting value to every project. With over a century of experience, Contech has built a comprehensive portfolio that includes bridges and structures, pipe systems, stormwater management, retaining walls, and erosion control solutions. Headquartered in West Chester, Ohio, Contech partners with project owners, engineers, and customers to provide regulatory guidance, solution development, design support, and installation assistance.
www.conteches.com
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New York receives $200 million to support critical water infrastructure
On Oct. 22, 2026, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced $200 million to modernize critical drinking water, stormwater and sewer projects. These investments protect public health and the environment, reduce future risks and support job growth. “Every New Yorker deserves access to clean, safe water and communities shouldn’t have to choose between upgrading critical water infrastructure and keeping costs...
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Pennsylvania invests $190.3 million for water infrastructure
On October 21, 2026, Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro announced $190.3 million in PENNVEST funding for 24 drinking water, wastewater and non-point source infrastructure projects across the state. Projects range from replacing an estimated 45,000 lead service lines, Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances removal and treatment projects, upgrades to for water distribution systems and improvements to aging infrastructure...
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Nevada makes strides to safeguard drinking water
Nevada received $33.7 million in federal funding to strengthen the state’s safe drinking water infrastructure. U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) secured the funding from the Environmental Protection Agency. It will be given to the Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources toward removing common contaminants found in drinking water and protecting public health. “Every Nevadan deserves to have access to clean drinking water,” said Rosen...
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Johnson County, Kansas, invests in stormwater and roadway systems
The County Board of County Commissioners approved a combined $48.9 million investment to improve roadways and stormwater systems in Johnson County, Kansas. Fifteen projects in 13 cities will receive funding through the County Assistance Road System (CARS). The 2027 CARS Program includes $18.7 million in expenditures, with approximately $18.6 million allocated to roadway and bridge projects. "When Johnson County, our cities and our watershed partners...
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