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ANNUAL SUMMARY OF ACTIVITIES
DIVISION OF RESEARCH
July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
Prepared by: Research Staff
August 2010
Report Number
CT-222-48-10-7
Connecticut Department of Transportation
Division of Research
James M. Sime, P.E.
Manager for Research
Office of Research and Materials
Ravi V. Chandran, P.E.
Transportation Division Chief, Research and Materials
PREFACE
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The following is an administrative summary of the activities of the
Division of Research for the Fiscal Year 2009-2010 (FY10). Previous work,
implemented research results and significant reports are listed herein.
Of the projects shown: six (6) were closed during Fiscal 2010 [SPR-2223,
SPR-2245, SPR-2249, SPR-2251, SPR-2259 and SPR-2267]; fifteen (15) in Part A are
estimated to be completed and closed in Fiscal 2011 [SPR-1346, SPR-2221, SPR-
2237, SPR-2239 (Phase 1B), SPR-2250, SPR-2252, SPR-2254, SPR-2255, SPR-2256, SPR-
2261, SPR-2263, SPR-2264, SPR-2265, SPR-2266 and SPR-2268]; and the remaining
will be continued to an acceptable conclusion. Five (5) new projects were
initiated during FY10 [SPR-2265, SPR-2266, SPR-2267, SPR-2268 and SPR-2269]. Up
to nine (9) new projects, subject to proposal and funding approvals, may be
initiated during FY11 (See Part G).
Part D presents information on the implementation of research results into
departmental operations during FY10.
Part E lists projects that in Fiscal Year 2009-2010 have been completed,
discontinued or reassigned.
Part F outlines ConnDOT commitments to FHWA Pooled Funds and Cooperative
Research Projects.
Part G lists new research projects proposed for FY11.
Parts H, I and J list reports on completed projects with federal and state
funding, respectively. Parts K and L list film and video information available
for departmental use in Research and Materials. Part M lists streaming media
available on the Internet.
Parts N and O list research projects undertaken through the New England
Transportation Consortium (NETC) and the Connecticut Cooperative Transportation
Research Program (CCTRP), respectively. Separate annual reports for these two
programs are published.
Part P reports personnel assignments to various committees and panels
engaged in transportation research.
Part Q lists Trading Cards developed for distributing information about
research projects.
The Internet homepage for Connecticut’s transportation research program is:
http.//www.ct.gov/dot/research.
_______________________________________
James M. Sime, P.E.
Manager of Research
DIVISION OF RESEARCH STAFF (as of June 30, 2010)
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James M. Sime, P.E. Manager of Research
Susan G. Hulme Secretary 2
RESEARCH, TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER & IMPLEMENTATION SECTION STAFF
Vacant Trans. Supervising Engineer
Drew M. Coleman Trans. Engineer 3 (Eng.)
Richard C. Hanley, P.E. Trans. Engineer 3 (Eng.)
John W. Henault, P.E. Trans. Engineer 3 (Eng.)
Jeffery J. Scully Trans. Engineer 2 (Eng.)
Alireza Jamalipour, P.E. Trans. Engineer 3 (Eng.)
Anne-Marie H. McDonnell, P.E. Trans. Engineer 3 (Eng.)
Dionysia F. Oliveira Trans. Engineer 3 (Eng.)
James V. Moffett Trans. Planner 1
Vacant Trans. Engineer 3
PRODUCT EVALUATION SECTION STAFF
Andrew J. Mroczkowski Trans. Engineer 3 (Eng.)
Vacant Trans. Engineer 2
DATA SERVICES SECTION STAFF
Bradley J. Overturf Trans. Photolog Supervisor, RC
Matthew A. Herboldt Trans. Engineer 2 (Eng.)
Robert K. Kasica Trans. Engineer 2 (Eng.)
Lester A. King Trans. Engineer 2 (Eng.)
Michael Longo Trans. Engineer 2 (Eng.)
PAVEMENT NETWORK ANALYSIS SECTION STAFF
Louis Allegro Trans. Engineer 3 (Eng.)
Jeannine A. Moriarty Trans. Engineer 3 (Eng.)
COMPUTER SUPPORT SECTION STAFF
Vacant Information Technology Analyst 2
SPECIAL STUDIES SECTION STAFF
David J. Kilpatrick Trans. Supervising Engineer (Eng.)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Page
Preface ii
Division of Research Staff iii
Table of Contents iv
PART A - SPR Funded Research Projects
HPR-343
Implementation of Research Findings 1
SPR-1346
Monitoring of Cathodic Protection Systems 3
SPR-2107
Management – New England Transportation Consortium (NETC) 5
SPR-2108
LTPP (Long-Term Pavement Performance) Coordination in Connecticut 14
SPR-2221
Testing and Evaluation of an Automated Sign Identification
System (ASIS) 17
SPR-2223
Evaluation of Alternative Fuel Light Trucks and Automobiles 18
SPR-2236
New Technologies for Photolog Image and Data Acquisition 19
SPR-2237
Field Evaluation of Concrete Containing Disodium Tetrapropenyl
Succinate (DSS) 20
SPR-2239 (Phase 1B)
Development of Internet-Based Computer Databases for the
Connecticut Department of Transportation - Phase 1B: Development
of an Internet-Based Protocol for the Connecticut Product
Evaluation Database (ConnPED) Application 21
SPR-2243
Enhancements to ConnDOT’s Pavement Friction Testing Program 23
SPR-2245
Feasibility of Implementing Additional AASHTO Trns.port Modules
in Connecticut 25
SPR-2249
Longitudinal Joint Performance Study 27
SPR-2250
Hot Mix Asphalt Research Investigation for Connecticut 28
SPR-2251
Short Term Bridge Monitoring in Connecticut 33
TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)
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Part A – SPR Funded Research Projects (continued)
SPR-2252
Assessing ConnDOT’s Portland Cement Concrete Testing Methods. -
Phase II: Field Trials and Implementation 34
SPR-2253
Development of a Digital Design Environment (DDE) for the
Connecticut Department of Transportation 35
SPR-2254
Advancing the Use of Streaming Media and Digital Media
Technologies at ConnDOT 36
SPR-2255
Self-Consolidating and No-Slump Concretes: A Synthesis of
Research Findings and Best Practices 38
SPR-2256
Expansion and Refinement of a Bridge Monitoring Network in
Connecticut 39
SPR-2259
Field Evaluation of a Cold-in-Place Recycled Pavement Base
Overlaid with Hot Mix Asphalt (I-395) 42
SPR-2260
Field Evaluation of a Cold-in-Place Recycled Pavement Base
Overlaid with Hot Mix Asphalt (I-395) 44
SPR-2261
Design/Build, A Transportation Project Methodology for
Connecticut’s Consideration 45
SPR-2262
Water-Quality Monitoring and Assessment Due to Addition of
a Lane on a Divided Highway in Southeastern Connecticut 48
SPR-2263
Evaluating the Impacts of Reducing the Number of Hot Mix
Asphalt Plant Testing Acceptance Criteria on Mix Variability 51
SPR-2264
Performance Comparison of PG 64-22 versus PG 64-28 Asphalt
in Hot Mix Asphalt Placed in Connecticut 52
SPR-2265
Development and Evaluation of a Dual Purpose Bridge Health
Monitoring and Weigh-in-Motion System for a Steel Girder Bridge 54
SPR-2266
Environmental Mitigation Alternatives (CASE Study) 57
SPR-2267
Evaluation of the Nonnuclear Density Gauge for Quality
Control of Hot-Mix Asphalt 60
TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)
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Part A – SPR Funded Research Projects (continued)
SPR-2268
The Use of Polymer Modified Asphalt Binder for High
Friction Thin Lift Overlays in Connecticut 61
SPR-2269
Warm Mix Asphalt Pilot Project Development 63
SPR-2305
Connecticut Advanced Pavement Laboratory (CAP Lab) 65
SPR-2306
Installation and Evaluation of a Weigh-In-Motion System
Utilizing Quartz-Piezo Sensor Technology 70
PART B – Non-SPR Funded Research Projects
R.P. 175-116 #44
Performance Monitoring of Superpave Pavements on Project 83-220 72
R.P. 175-116 #45
Investigate Durability and Longevity of Inductive Loops for
Traffic Detection 73
PART C – Operational Tasks
SPR-1271
Transportation Technology Transfer Center 74
SPR-1417
Pavement Friction Testing and Safety Evaluation Services 82
CCTRP
Connecticut Cooperative Transportation Research Program 83
R.P. 175-211
Evaluation of New Products, Materials and Processes 85
Photologging of the Connecticut State Highway System 88
Collection of Roughness Data for HPMS 89
PART D
Implementation of Research Results During FY09/10 90
PART E
Completed, Discontinued or Reassigned Projects
and Items in 2009-2010 102
TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)
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PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Cooperative and Pooled
Funds Research Projects 103
SPR-2(172) [Formerly SPR-0002(172)]
Aerial Platform System for Bridge Inspection (Phase II) 103
SPR-2(203) [Formerly SPR-0002(203)]
Truck Pavement Economic Modeling and In-Situ Field Testing
Data Analysis Applications 103
SPR-2(207) [Formerly SPR-0002(207)]
Transportation Management Center Pooled Fund Study (TMC PFS) 103
SPR-2(208) [Formerly SPR-0002(208)]
Pavement Subgrade Performance Study 103
SPR-2(800) [Formerly HPR-0002(800)]
SHRP Implementation of Asphalt Test Equipment 104
SPR-3(017) [Formerly SPR-0003(017)]
Midwest States Pooled Fund Crash Test Program 104
SPR-3(029) [Formerly SPR-0003(029)]
New England Transportation Consortium (NETC): 1995-1999 105
SPR-3(031) [Formerly SPR-0003(031)]
Reusable Truck Mounted Attenuator 105
SPR-3(043) [Formerly SPR-0003(043), “Development of a New
Guardrail End Treatment – Phase II”]
Development of a Self-Restoring Impact Attenuator 105
SPR-3(050) [Formerly SPR-0003(050)]
New England Traffic Monitoring System 106
SPR-3(081) [Formerly SPR-0003(081)]
High-Speed Electromagnet Roadway Ma 106
SPR-3(082) [Formerly SPR-0003(082), “Evaluation of the Next
Generation Pavement Quality Indicator (PQI) Device”
and Subsequently retitled “Quantifying Segregation
In Hot Mix Asphalt Pavements”]
Evaluation of PQI 106
SPR-3(084) [Formerly SPR-0003(084)]
Use of Dynamic Modulus (E*) in Hot-Mix Asphalt Designs 106
SPR-3(089) [Formerly SPR-0003(089)] New England Transportation
Consortium (NETC): 2000-2008 107
TPF-5(002) [Formerly SPR-0003(103)]
Updating “A Guide to Standardized Highway Lighting Pole
Hardware” 107
TPF-5(004) [Formerly SPR-0002(217), “LTPP Specific Pavements
Study (SPS) Traffic Data Collection”]
Long Term Pavement Performance (LTPP) Specific Pavements
Study (SPS) Traffic Data Collection 108
TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)
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Part F – ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Cooperative
and Pooled Funds Research Projects (continued)
TPF-5(009) [Formerly SPR-0003(104)]
Computer-Based, Self-Operating Training Systems on
Anti-Icing/Road Weather Information Systems (AI/RWIS) 108
TPF-5(010)
Structural Improvements of Flexible Pavements Using
Geosynthetics for Base Course Reinforcement 108
TPF-5(019)
Full Scale Accelerated Performance Testing for Superpave
and Structural Validation 109
TPF-5(024)
Next Generation Retro-Reflective Beads for Traffic Paints 109
TPF-5(026) [Formerly SPR-0002(218)]
Durability of Segmented Retaining Wall Blocks 109
TPF-5(036)
Transportation Asset Management Research Program 109
TPF-5(045)
Performance Guidelines for the Selection of Hot-Pour Crack
Sealants 109
TPF-5(046)
Transportation Curriculum Coordination Council (TCCC)
Training Management and Development 110
TPF-5(062)
Coordination of Pavement Activities in the Northeast 110
TPF-5(063)
Improving the Quality of Pavement Profiler Measurement 111
TPF-5(068)
Long-Term Maintenance of Load and Resistance Factor Design
Specifications 111
TPF-5(069)
Core Program Services for a Highway Research, Development,
and Technology Program: FFY 2003-2005 (TRB FY 2004-2006) 111
TPF-5(074)
Evaluation of Pre-Stressed Losses in Long Span
Post-Tensioned Bridges 112
TPF-5(076)
Development of Geotechnical Procedures/Operations Manual 112
TPF-5(088)
NDE/NDT for Highways and Bridges
Specifications 112
TPF-5(096)
Validation of NDT Results for Condition Assessment of Rock
Reinforcements 113
TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)
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Part F – ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Cooperative
and Pooled Funds Research Projects (continued)
TPF-5(099)
Evaluation of Low Cost Safety Improvements 113
TPF-5(100)
Deicer Scaling Resistance of Concrete Pavements,
Bridge Decks and Other Structures Containing Slag Cement 114
TPF-5(105)
Transportation Library Connectivity 114
TPF-5(107)
Refinement and Field Validation of Mix Design Criteria
for 4.75 mm Superpave Mixes 114
TPF-5(109)
Core Program Services for a Highway Research, Development,
and Technology Program: FFY 2006-2008 (TRB FY 2007-2009) 115
TPF-5(111)
Development of Standards for Geotechnical Management
Systems 115
TPF-5(120)
Deer Vehicle Crash Information and Research (DVCIR)
Center Pooled Fund Study 116
TPF-5(132)
Investigation of Low Temperature Cracking in
Asphalt Pavements – Phase II (MNRoad Study) 117
TPF-5(141)
Pavement Surface Properties Consortium: A Research Program 117
TPF-5(146)
Evaluation of Modified Performance Grade Binders in Thin
Lift Maintenance Mixes, Surface Mix and a Reflective
Crack Relief Layer Mix 118
TPF-5(154)
Census Transportation Planning Products (CTPP) From
the American Community Survey 118
TPF-5(168)
New England Transportation Consortium (NETC) IV: 2008 118
TPF-5(171)
Evaluation of Non Intrusive Traffic Detection
Technologies (Phase III) 119
TPF-5(178)
Implementation of the Asphalt Mixture Performance
Tester (AMPT) for Superpave Validation 119
TPF-5(192)
Loop and Length Based Classification Pooled Fund 119
TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)
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Part F – ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Cooperative
and Pooled Funds Research Projects (continued)
TPF-5(195)
Core Program Services for a Highway RD&T
Program - FFY 2009 (TRB FY 2010) 119
TPF-5(196)
2009 National Asset Management Conference 120
TPF-5(201)
New England Transportation Consortium (V) 121
TPF-5(220)
Accommodating Oversize/Overweight Vehicles at Roundabouts 122
TPF-5(222)
New England Transportation Consortium (VI) 123
TPF-5(408)
National Cooperative Highway Research Project - FY2008 124
TPF-5(409)
National Cooperative Highway Research Project - FY2009 124
TPF-5(410)
National Cooperative Highway Research Project - FY2010 125
Solicitation Number 1267
Demonstration and Purchase of PG Binder Testing Equipment 125
Solicitation Number TBD
Core Program Services for a Highway RD&T Program - FFY 2010
(TRB FY 2011) 125
Solicitation Number TBD
Core Program Services for a Highway RD&T Program - FFY 2011
(TRB FY 2012) 125
Solicitation Number TBD
Core Program Services for a Highway RD&T Program - FFY 2012
(TRB FY 2013) 125
PART G
Proposed Research Projects for FY09/10 126
PART H
Listing of Reports on 100% Federally Funded Research Projects –
Completed, Discontinued or Reassigned 130
PART I
Listing of Reports on Federally Funded Research Projects –
State (Highway) Planning and Research (SPR) Projects 133
TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued)
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PART J
Listing of Reports on 100% State Funded Research Projects –
Completed, Discontinued or Reassigned 160
PART K
Listing of Films and Videotapes – ConnDOT Research and Materials 172
PART L
Listing of Films and Videotapes Obtained from Other Sources 179
PART M
Listing of Streaming Media Hosted on ConnDOT Research Streaming Server 187
PART N
Listing of New England Transportation Consortium (NETC)
Research Projects 197
PART O
Listing of Connecticut Cooperative Transportation Research Program
(CCTRP) Projects 205
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees 206
PART Q
List of Connecticut Department of Transportation Research Trading Cards 235
PART A
State Planning and Research Funded Projects
SPR-0343
Implementation of Research Findings
1
OBJECTIVE(S)
To cooperate with the FHWA, other Agencies and Towns toward implementation of
research findings as they relate to Part II of the Approved SP&R Work Program and
other research programs and projects.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - July 1972
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Project-by-project statements on implementation are presented in Part D of
this administrative report.
2. Maintained and updated Internet World Wide Web pages on transportation
research at the Department. The web pages cover the program of
transportation research, product evaluation, and highway photologging. The
research homepage URL is http://www.ct.gov/dot/research.
3. Received inquiries and forwarded additional reports and information to
requestors.
4. Updated the on-line research summary statement for the Connecticut
transportation research program. From Research Homepage, select “Research
Highlights.”
5. Developed seven (7) new Research trading cards for the following projects:
SPR-2243, SPR-2256, SPR-2259, SPR-2262 and SPR-2265. and two (2) services
(SPR-2260, photolog digital archive, and SPR-1417, pavement friction
testing). The cards, in addition to being used for project-related
briefings, were used for the Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting,
Annual New England Materials & Research Engineers Meeting, and visitors.
6. Continued to add hyperlinks for new research on-line publications from
Connecticut DOT, Connecticut Cooperative Highway Research Program, and New
England Transportation Consortium (NETC).
7. Continued to supply electronic publications to the Transportation Research
Information Service/National Transportation Library (TRIS/NTL) as they are
published.
8. Implementation Log - the following reports, totaling 466, were logged
during the year and made available to appropriate units. Again this past
year, Connecticut received many research summaries and report PDFs of
research via email, which were not logged.
a) FHWA – 6 General, 0 IP/DP, 0 RD, 0 TS/TO, 0 Tech Briefs.
b) 42 other states and countries, 5 miscellaneous reports, 267
Books/Manuals/Magazines, and 19 reports received electronically (mostly
from state DOTs).
9. Forwarded TRB 2010 Annual Meeting Pre-Print Papers CD-ROM to the ConnDOT
Library, which is responsible for lending them to requesting units in
ConnDOT and other State Agencies.
SPR-0343 (continued)
2
10. Forwarded to staff the following periodic transportation-research web and
electronic journals/newsletters: AASHTO Journal, Arizona DOT, New Jersey
DOT, Kansas DOT, Florida DOT Planning & Research Online, LTPP Newsletter,
NETC Newsletter, Ohio DOT R&D Newsletter, South Carolina DOT, Texas DOT and
Utah DOT.
11. Responded to numerous inquiries from within ConnDOT and from other states,
FHWA, and other interested parties. Transmitted the results of ConnDOT
research studies, non-ConnDOT technical reports, 82 questionnaires and
surveys to inquiring parties. Details were reported in our quarterly
reports.
a) Distributed FHWA Technical Summaries to interested units.
b) Reviewed and processed Category II work plans and reports, as
required.
12. TRIS – During the fiscal year, on-line searches were conducted for:
various units and Research Need Statements, including: NETC problem
statements. Utilized TRIS/RIP search facility on the Internet
(http://rip.trb.org). Also, continued to provide an Internet-based
subscription to the TRIS/Transport bibliographic database to both our
office personnel at the Rocky Hill research facility and the Connecticut
Transportation Institute/Technology Transfer Center at the University of
Connecticut.
13. Continued support for the Connecticut TRAC program through classroom and
after-school programs in 25 schools located in 16 school districts.
Approximately 30 trained volunteers are presently active volunteers. They
visit their assigned schools at least two times per month. Connecticut
TRAC reaches approximately 700 students each year. Researchers updated the
ConnDOT website for TRAC, at URL http://www.ct.gov/dot/trac.
14. Photolog Supervisor, Bradley Overturf, continued to work with Rex Joffray
at Connecticut Judicial Branch Law Libraries, Office of Information
Systems, in East Hartford to support photolog software on Judicial’s
computers in two of eight Connecticut branch law libraries
(http://www.jud.state.ct.us/LawLib/).
Please see the Implementation Section of this report for more information about
the implementation of research findings during FY2010.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-1346
Monitoring of Cathodic Protection Systems
3
OBJECTIVE(S)
1. Obtain operating power usage of alternate anode systems.
2. Monitor the operating characteristics and effectiveness of each type of
anode system.
3. Continue monitoring all existing CP systems.
4. Prepare final report.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started – March 10, 1989
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Continued routine site visits and recorded CP operating parameters for all
Cathodic Protection Systems.
2. Continue site visits to coordinate repairs and check operating parameters
of CP Bridge Rectifiers, which includes circuit boards, fuses, meters,
outlets, and miscellaneous items.
3. Repairs have been made and the power has been restored to the Cathodic
Protection Rectifier on CP Bridge #3571, Norwalk (Rte. 7 over the Norwalk
River), N #1 on ramp to Route 7 North.
4. Coordinating with District 4 Bridge Maintenance to recover the CP Rectifier
from CP Installation Bridge #0604, Route 8 NB over Fenn Road. The entire
bridge has been slated for replacement and construction is underway. Then
CP rectifier and all other parts will be recovered and saved. Parts can be
used to repair other CP installations.
5. Bridge #0279, Norwich, Lawler Street over I-395 had a blown main fuse and
two zone fuses. Fuses were replaced and currently there is power
established to one of the two zones on the bridge deck. Troubleshooting
continues on identifying the cause of short on the other zone.
6. In FY09, New England Transportation Consortium (NETC) Research Problem
Statement No. N10CT11 was approved for inclusion in the NETC program as
NETC Project No. NETC 10-4. The objective of NETC 10-4 is to investigate
the spray-on version of Hycrete/DSS on one of ConnDOT’s CP installation
sites.
7. Continued working with Offices of Bridge Safety & Evaluation and Bridge
Operations in gathering, summarizing and evaluating bridge inspection
reports on all of the CP installations.
8. Continued to investigate the possibility of using Bridge #0242, Old Lyme,
I-95 over the Lieutenant River as a possible candidate for NETC Research
Project No. N10CT11, which will study the spray-on version of Hycrete/DSS.
The bridge has a partial CP System installed with already imbedded
reference cells, but no CP rectifier was ever installed. The imbedded
reference cells can be used to collect pre-installation/application
baseline data.
SPR-1346 (continued)
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9. Continued work on CP final report, incorporating post-draft report review
comments and suggestions.
10. Anticipate study will recommend future project to assess the feasibility of
remote monitoring equipment for CP Bridges in Connecticut.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-2107
Management – New England Transportation Consortium (NETC)
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OBJECTIVE(S)
To provide administrative support as the lead state for NETC, which includes
responsibility for management of all NETC contracts under the associated
Transportation Pooled Fund Research projects, Nos. SPR-3(029) and SPR-3(089).
The NETC was formed as a regional approach to developing innovative solutions to
common transportation problems among the New England states. Its purpose is to
pool the financial, professional and academic resources of the region and to use
them to research and develop improved methods of dealing with common problems in
the planning, design, construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, reconstruction,
and operation of transportation systems in the participating states. The program
is intended to supplement, not to replace, ongoing state and federal research
activities and other national programs such as NCHRP.
The following goals were established for NETC in order to focus the resolve of
participating state transportation agencies and universities:
• Implementation of a three-pronged program for the New England region
consisting of research and development; technology transfer; and,
education and training.
• Development of improved methods for dealing with common
transportation problems.
• Providing an important source of trained professionals for employment
in the region.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started – January 1, 1996
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
ConnDOT Tasks
1. Attended the following meetings to discuss the transfer of the Lead Agency
designation.
• Meeting with personnel from the Federal Highway Administration,
Connecticut Division (FHWA-CT) on August 4, 2009, in Glastonbury, CT.
• Meeting with personnel from FHWA-CT and the Transportation Research
Board (TRB) on August 18, 2009, in Glastonbury, CT.
2. Attended a meeting with FHWA-CT to discuss NETC finances on July 22, 2009,
in Glastonbury, CT.
3. Attended an NETC Advisory Technical Advisory Committee Teleconference
Meeting on September 8, 2009.
4. Attended an NETC Advisory Technical Advisory Committee Teleconference
Meeting on November 17, 2009.
5. Attended an NETC Advisory Technical Advisory Committee Teleconference
Meeting on November 30, 2009.
6. Attended an NETC Advisory Technical Advisory Committee Meeting on June 30,
2010, in Concord, NH.
SPR-2107 (continued)
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7. Attended an NETC Advisory Technical Advisory Committee Teleconference
Meeting on November 30, 2009.
8. Attended an NETC Advisory Technical Advisory Committee Meeting on June 30,
2010, in Concord, NH.
9. Prepared documentation in preparation of a transfer of the Lead Agency
designation.
10. Completed literature searches for NETC backlog projects to determine the
current relevance/need of the backlog projects.
11. Distributed the following reports:
a. “Annual Report for Calendar Year 2009 – New England Transportation
Consortium,” (1,044 kb), Annual Report, NETC Report No. NETCR79,
March 2010.
http://www.netc.umassd.edu/annualreport09.pdf
b. NETC 01-1 (T2 Phase 1), “NETC Advanced Composite Materials in New
England’s Transportation Infrastructure – Technology Transfer Phase
1: Selection of Prototype”
“Advanced Composite Materials in New England’s Transportation
Infrastructure – Technology Transfer Phase 1: Selection of
Prototype," (pdf 107 kb), Final Report, Sergio F. Breña and Scott A.
Civjan, New England Transportation Consortium, Project No. NETC 01-1
(T2 Phase I), Report No. NETCR77, November 01, 2009.
http://www.ct.gov/dot/LIB/dot/documents/dresearch/NETCR77_01-1P1.pdf
c. NETC 02-1 (Phase I), “Relating Hot Mix Asphalt Pavement Density to
Performance”
“Relating Hot Mix Asphalt Pavement Density to Performance,” (pdf 449
kb), Final Report, Walaa S. Mogawer, Alexander J. Austerman and Jo
Sias Daniel, New England Transportation Consortium, Project No. NETC
02-1 (Phase I), Report No. NETCR76, April 1, 2010.
http://www.netc.umassd.edu/netcr76_02-1.pdf
d. NETC 04-4, “Determining the Effective PG Grade of Binder in RAP
Mixes”
“Determining the Effective PG Grade of Binder in RAP Mixes," (pdf
2,618 kb), Final Report, Jo Sias Daniel and Walaa S. Mogawer, New
England Transportation Consortium, Project No. NETC 04-4, Report No.
NETCR78, January 2010.
http://www.ct.gov/dot/LIB/dot/documents/dresearch/NETCR78_04-4.pdf
12. Sent an electronic version of the following NETC reports to TRIS/NTL:
None
13. Received report URLs from TRIS for the following NETC research reports:
None
SPR-2107 (continued)
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14. Agreements:
a. Agreement Issues
• Significant and repeated delays on processing Personal Service
Agreements (PSAs) have occurred during the last three years
because of new State contracting procedures and requirements.
This continues to be an on-going problem.
• The State now requires every contractor to sign a certification
stating that the contractor will comply with newly enacted
State civil rights legislation. The NETC contractors, all of
whom are New England state land grant universities, will not
sign the certification claiming that the requirement to do so
infringes on the sovereignty of their individual states. At
its November 8, 2007, Commission Meeting, the Connecticut
Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) granted an
18-month waiver from the civil rights certification
requirements for the NETC program.
• During FY08, the Connecticut Office of the Attorney General
advised the Department that language indemnifying the State of
Connecticut (Indemnification Clause) must now be included in
all NETC PSAs.
Historically, the NETC contractors, i.e., the New England state
land-grant universities, have objected to the Indemnification
Clause on the grounds that inclusion of such language in the
PSA infringes on the sovereignty of their individual state
governments. Indeed, the universities’ position is that they
can comply with any State of Connecticut law only to the extent
that their individual state laws allow; “Paragraph N” was
included in the first version of the NETC Standard Format
Agreement to accommodate the universities’ concerns.
“Paragraph N” states that:
“(N) Schedule A is attached hereto and made a part of this
Agreement hereof. To the extent permitted by law, NETC and
each of the state universities which belong to NETC shall, as
part consideration for the promises of the State, fully comply
with each of the terms and conditions set forth within Schedule
A. It is understood and agreed among the parties that nothing
within this subparagraph of this Agreement may be construed as
a waiver of or limitation upon the sovereign immunity, if any,
of any of the state universities which belong to the NETC or
the NETC membership itself.”
Schedule A contains language pertaining to State of Connecticut
laws, most of which deals with civil rights legislation.
At the time the first version of the NETC Standard Format PSA
was negotiated, the universities still could not sign the PSA
with the Indemnification Clause included in the Standard Format
Agreement, “Paragraph N”, notwithstanding.
Since there were so many PSAs being held up at the Office of
the Attorney General for various issues, the Indemnification
Clause issue was being addressed on a case-by-case basis with
the most critical PSAs being handled first, “critical” being
defined as timing or other “unforeseen” issues.
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• In addition, during FY08, legal counsel for the Department
(ConnDOT) and the University of Connecticut (UConn) have
advised both organizations that the contracting mechanism
between the two agencies must be by Memorandum-of-Understanding
(MOU) instead of Personal Service Agreement (PSA). ConnDOT and
UConn have used the PSA contracting mechanism ever since
ConnDOT has been the NETC Lead Agency. During the 2nd Quarter
of FY08, ConnDOT, UConn and FHWA concluded negotiating the
terms of a Standard Format MOU; the MOU is now the sole
contracting mechanism between ConnDOT and UConn.
• New PSA delegation-of-signature-authority certification
requirements declared by a State Assistant Attorney General
have further impeded ConnDOT’s ability to enter into PSAs with
other state governments, in particular with the six New England
state land grant universities that conduct NETC-sponsored
research. This continues to be an on-going problem and is
being addressed on a case-by-case basis.
• Because of these on-going contractual problems, the Department
and the NETC Advisory Committee have requested either FHWA or
one of the other NETC member state transportation agencies to
assume the Lead Agency designation. In that capacity, the new
Lead Agency will then assume all contractual obligations for
NETC. The Department has provided informational documentation
to FHWA and the other NETC member state transportation agencies
to facilitate the process of transferring the Lead Agency
designation.
The Department has been the Lead Agency for NETC, since
1995, under the auspices of two pooled-fund studies:
¾ SPR-3(029), “New England Transportation Consortium
(NETC): 1995-1999”; and,
¾ SPR-3(089), “New England Transportation Consortium
(NETC): 2000-2006”.
In FY09, the Department established a new pooled-fund
study: TPF-5(168), “New England Transportation
Consortium (NETC) IV: 2007+.” No contractual
commitments have been assigned to TPF-5(168), to date.
During FY09, FHWA offered to assume the Lead Agency
designation and established a a pooled fund study, TPF-
5(201), “New England Transportation Consortium (NETC) V.”
No contractual commitments have been assigned to TPF-
5(201), to date. During the first quarter of FY10, FHWA
withdrew its offer to assume the Lead Agency designation
due to manpower and work load restrictions.
FHWA has offered and, during FY10, began the process to
contract, by Purchase Order Contract, with the
Universities for the completion of any project that was
not completed during the contract period under a
Department Agreement.
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During FY10, the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VAOT)
offered to assume the Lead Agency designation and has
established a new Transportation Pooled Fund (TPF)
project, TPF-5(222), “New England Transportation
Consortium (NETC) (VI).” However, VAOT still has some
legal issues that they have to resolve.
Because of the uncertainty over the designation of the
new NETC Lead Agency, there was a lack of uniformity,
among the NETC member states, in the transfer of funds to
any of the existing NETC TPF projects. FHWA-CT and the
Department are currently in the process of auditing the
NETC program to determine the financial status of
commitments (pledges), transfers, project expenditures
and project balances for each of the NETC TPF projects;
once this audit has been finalized, the Department and/or
FHWA will notify the NETC member states of the corrective
action, if any, to be undertaken. In the meantime,
several NETC member states have begun transferring funds
to SPR-5(022) to satisfy financial mandates within their
individual state.
• The Department will continue to administer any contractual
obligations for currently active Agreements. However, any new
contractual activity, including Amendments to currently active
Agreements, is not being processed at this time. It is
anticipated that the new Lead Agency will initiate contracting
with the universities for the completion of any such projects.
As previously stated, by directive of the Office of the
Attorney General, the contracting mechanism with the University
of Connecticut is Memorandum-of-Understanding (MOU). The
procedure for executing MOUs is much easier than that for
Agreements because most of the new State contractual
requirements are not applicable to MOUs. Therefore, the
Department is still initiating new NETC contractual activities,
including Amendments to currently active Agreements, with the
University of Connecticut.
b. In a letter, dated November 5, 2009, from Mr. Robert J. Brothers,
Jr., Executive Director, Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and
Opportunities (CHRO), to Mr. Ravi V. Chandran, Division Chief,
Research and Materials, Bureau of Engineering and Construction,
Connecticut Department of Transportation, CHRO approved a 24-month
blanket exemption (from July 1, 2009, to June 30, 2011) to the
contract compliance requirements, as set forth in Conn. Gen. Stat.
§4a-60(a) and §4a-60a(a) Pursuant to Conn. Gen. Stat. §46a-56(b), for
all NETC Agreements.
Submitted an “Exemption from Non-Discrimination Report for the Period
from July 1, 2009, to December 31, 2009, for the New England
Transportation Consortium (NETC)” to the Connecticut Commission on
Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO).
c. Completed processing of a 4th Amendment Agreement [Agreement No. 8.18-
03(09)] with the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, to provide
administrative, fiscal and technical management of the New England
Transportation Consortium (NETC) for CY10.
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d. NETC 05-1, “Development of Supplemental Resistance Method for the
Design of Drilled Shaft Rock Sockets”
Cancelled processing of a 1st Amendment Agreement [Agreement No.
3.05-04(07)] with the University of Maine to extend the term of the
study from December 31, 2007, to December 31, 2008, at no additional
cost, to conduct a research study for NETC Project No. 05-1.
The Federal Highway Administration entered into a Purchase Order
Contract with the University of Maine to complete the work tasks for
NETC Project No. 05-1.
e. NETC 05-3, “Practicable Calibration Procedures to Enhance the
Accuracy of Analytical and Microsimulation Software for Modern Four-
Legged Single-Lane Roundabouts”
ConnDOT), as Lead Agency for NETC since 1995, was entering into
agreements with the NETC member universities, one of which is the
University of Vermont (UVM), to conduct NETC research. An agreement
was prepared and forwarded to UVM in March 2006, but delays were
encountered when new agreement provisions were added to the Agreement
by the Connecticut Office of the Attorney General. The revisions
were forwarded to UVM, which found certain new provisions
unacceptable and would not sign the revised agreement. Months of
delay ensued. Ultimately, the contract time in the agreement
expired, at which point the Connecticut Office of the Attorney
General announced that it could not approve an agreement once the
contract period had passed. Because of these difficulties that
resulted from changes in the contracting procedure in the State of
Connecticut, ConnDOT was unable to fully execute the agreement.
Under 23 CFR 1.9 (b), a recipient may request that costs incurred
prior to complete authorization be considered for reimbursement,
subject to the five conditions stated in the rule. The Vermont
Agency of Transportation (VAOT), as the new Lead Agency designee, is
preparing a a request for reimbursement for costs under 23 CFR
1.9(b).
f. The Department has not initiated any contractual activities for the
following projects, pending the transfer of the NETC Lead Agency
designation to FHWA or one of the other NETC member state
transportation agencies. (Refer to Item 14.a above.) It is
anticipated that the new Lead Agency will initiate contracting with
the Universities for the completion of the following projects:
i. NETC 03-6, "Fix it First: Utilizing the Seismic Property
Analyzer and MMLS to Develop Guidelines for the Use of Polymer
Modified Thin Lift HMA vs. Surface Treatments"
On April 30, 2008, the NETC Advisory Committee approved a
request from the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, to
extend the term of the study from November 30, 2008, to May 31,
2009, at no additional cost, to conduct a research study for
NETC Project No. 03-6.
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ii. NETC 05-6, “Employing Graphic-Aided DMS to Assist Elder
Drivers’ Message Comprehension”
On February 25, 2008, the NETC Advisory Committee approved a
request from the University of Rhode Island to extend the term
of the study from April 30, 2008, to July 31, 2008, at no
additional cost, to conduct a research study for NETC Project
No. 05-6.
iii. NETC 05-8, “Evaluation and Implementation of Traffic Simulation
Models for Work Zones”
On July 10, 2008, the University of Massachusetts, Amherst,
requested an extension of the term of the study from August 31,
2008, to December 31, 2008, at no additional cost, to enable
the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, to conduct a research
study for NETC Project No. 05-8.
iv. NETC 06-1, “New England Verification of NCHRP 1-37A
Mechanistic-Empirical Pavement Design Guide with Level 2 & 3
Inputs”
On May 2, 2008, the Principal Investigator for the project
requested an extension of the term of the study from July 31,
2008, to July 31, 2009, at no additional cost, to enable the
University of New Hampshire to conduct a research study for
NETC Project No. 03-6.
NETC Coordination Tasks (University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth)
1. Prepared documentation in preparation of the transfer of the Lead Agency
designation.
2. Attended an NETC Advisory Technical Advisory Committee Teleconference
Meeting on September 8, 2009.
3. Attended an NETC Advisory Technical Advisory Committee Teleconference
Meeting on November 17, 2009.
4. Attended an NETC Advisory Technical Advisory Committee Teleconference
Meeting on November 30, 2009.
5. Attended an NETC Advisory Technical Advisory Committee Meeting on June 30,
2010, in Concord, NH.
6. Attended one (1) Policy Committee Meeting during the fiscal year.
7. Exhibited the NETC display booth at the 2009 AASHTO National Meeting on
October 22-26, 2008, in Palm Desert, CA.
8. Continued implementation of the recommendations delineated in the Final
Report for the 10-Year Review of the NETC Program held on November 29,
2004, to December 1, 2004, at the Nathan Hale Inn in Storrs, CT.
9. Conducted screening and project selection of NETC backlog projects based on
the current relevance/need of the backlog projects.
10. Continued RFP process for projects approved for inclusion in the NETC
program.
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11. Closed the following projects:
a. NETC 01-1 (T2 Phase 1), “NETC Advanced Composite Materials in New
England’s Transportation Infrastructure – Technology Transfer Phase
1: Selection of Prototype”
NETC Project No. 01-1 (T2 Phase 1) was closed on June 30, 2010.
b. NETC 02-1 (Phase 1), “Relating Hot Mix Asphalt Pavement Density to
Performance”
NETC Project No. 02-1 (Phase 1) was closed on June 30, 2010.
c. NETC 04-4, “Determining the Effective PG Grade of Binder in RAP
Mixes”
NETC Project No. 04-4 was closed on June 30, 2010.
d. NETC 05-8, “Evaluation and Implementation of Traffic Simulation
Models for Work Zones”
NETC Project No. 05-8 was closed on June 30, 2010.
e. NETC 06-5, “The Winter Severity Index for New England”
NETC Project No. 06-5 was closed on June 30, 2010.
12. Cancelled the following projects:
a. NETC 06-2, “Infrastructure Management Systems Enhancement and
Integration to Support True Integrated Decision-Making”
NETC 06-2 was withdrawn from the NETC program on June 30, 2010.
b. NETC 07-4, "Estimating and Predicting Traffic Conditions for Traveler
Information and Emergency Response"
NETC 07-4 was withdrawn from the NETC program on June 30, 2010.
13. Distributed the following reports:
a. “Annual Report for Calendar Year 2009 – New England Transportation
Consortium,” (1,044 kb), Annual Report, NETC Report No. NETCR79,
March 2010.
http://www.netc.umassd.edu/annualreport09.pdf
b. NETC 01-1 (T2 Phase 1), “NETC Advanced Composite Materials in New
England’s Transportation Infrastructure – Technology Transfer Phase
1: Selection of Prototype”
“Advanced Composite Materials in New England’s Transportation
Infrastructure – Technology Transfer Phase 1: Selection of
Prototype," (pdf 107 kb), Final Report, Sergio F. Breña and Scott A.
Civjan, New England Transportation Consortium, Project No. NETC 01-1
(T2 Phase I), Report No. NETCR77, November 01, 2009.
http://www.ct.gov/dot/LIB/dot/documents/dresearch/NETCR77_01-1P1.pdf
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c. NETC 02-1 (Phase I), “Relating Hot Mix Asphalt Pavement Density to
Performance”
“Relating Hot Mix Asphalt Pavement Density to Performance,” (pdf 449
kb), Final Report, Walaa S. Mogawer, Alexander J. Austerman and Jo
Sias Daniel, New England Transportation Consortium, Project No. NETC
02-1 (Phase I), Report No. NETCR76, April 1, 2010.
http://www.netc.umassd.edu/netcr76_02-1.pdf
d. NETC 04-4, “Determining the Effective PG Grade of Binder in RAP
Mixes”
“Determining the Effective PG Grade of Binder in RAP Mixes," (pdf
2,618 kb), Final Report, Jo Sias Daniel and Walaa S. Mogawer, New
England Transportation Consortium, Project No. NETC 04-4, Report No.
NETCR78, January 2010.
http://www.ct.gov/dot/LIB/dot/documents/dresearch/NETCR78_04-4.pdf
14. Produced the following papers and presentations:
None
REPORT(S)
See Item 13 above.
SPR-2108
LTPP (Long-Term Pavement Performance) Coordination in Connecticut
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OBJECTIVE(S)
To cooperate as a participant in the Federal Highway Administration’s Long Term
Pavement Performance Program (FHWA-LTPP).
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started – December 7, 2000
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Conducted work for the close-out and forensic testing of Specific Pavement
Studies (SPS-9A) test sites (LTPP Numbers 090900, 090901, 090902, 090961,
090962, 090963) due to the ARRA resurfacing under Connecticut Construction
Project 28-197. Work included:
a. Worked with the FHWA-LTPP Regional Contractor to schedule and develop
testing plans for both the non-destructive and destructive (material
sampling) testing. Worked with FHWA-LTPP, FHWA-LTPP Regional
Contractor, FHWA Office of Infrastructure Research & Development, and
the University of Connecticut Advanced Pavement Laboratory (CAP Lab) to
develop and plan for testing needs.
b. Conducted special Photolog image and data collection for communication
with LTPP Regional Contractor, as well as for milling estimation
purposes on the project.
c. Met with ConnDOT Maintenance personnel from the Colchester garage to
plan lane closures, request additional hours of operation, and plan and
stake lane closure areas in the field on October 15, 2010.
d. Conducted pavement texture measurements and permeability testing.
e. Conducted coordination to conduct testing of six test sections during
the week of October 19-23, 2010, including:
i. Both fixed and rolling lane closures.
ii. FHWA-LTPP Regional Contractor conducted profile testing, falling-
weight deflectometer (FWD) testing, transverse profile testing
using a dip-stick device, rod and level surveys, soil testing,
manual distress surveys, as well as on-site technical expertise for
selection of core locations and diagnostics, pavement core
documentation, including photographs, measurements, labeling and
wrapping according to LTPP protocols with a team of experienced
engineers.
iii. Personnel and equipment to conduct pavement coring and testing from
ConnDOT Division of Materials Testing, ConnDOT Division of
Research, and UConn CAP Lab.
iv. Engineers from CAP Lab marked out and obtained surface level cores
to validate density and permeability measurements in the
laboratory.
v. Marked sections for relocation of sections after rehabilitation
treatment.
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vi. Documented all testing with video and still photographs.
2. Worked with ConnDOT Office of Construction as part of Construction Project
28-197.
a. Conducted work to develop contract specifications for removal and
reinstallation of traffic monitoring equipment.
b. Conducted work for the removal and reinstallation of traffic monitoring
equipment.
c. Conducted Photolog and data collection measurements including profile
measurements on February 22, 2010 to determine optimum location of the
WIM sensors for the newly pave Route 2 test areas.
d. Contacted FHWA and their contractor for assistance using the ProVal
software and OWL (Optimum WIM Locator) software.
e. Utilized analysis of profile measurements on the newly paved Route 2
test areas conducted by Steve Karahimas at the University of Michigan
(UMTRI) to determine the optimum location to relocate the Weigh-in-
Motion sensors. This was an innovative practice that yielded promising
results.
3. Shared information regarding Connecticut’s SPS-9A Close-out and Forensic
Activities with other states and LTPP partners at the LTPP State
Coordinator’s Meeting on January 10, 2010. The PowerPoint was distributed
via disk to all states by FHWA-LTPP, cited in the FHWA-LTPP newsletter and
recorded for distribution on the Connecticut’s Streaming Media Library.
4. Met at UConn CAP Lab with representatives from ConnDOT’s Materials Testing
(R. Donato and J. Varhue) to examine and subdivide cores for testing and
shipment. Packaged and shipped cores to Turner Fairbank.
5. Conducted work to determine availability of material samples from the Route
2 1997 construction at the MRL (Materials Reference Library). Requested
small amount of binder samples to be shipped to UConn for testing.
6. Requested images and testing results from FHWA Turner Fairbank are shared
with ConnDOT and UConn.
7. Coordinated testing plan for materials sampled to be part of 2011-2012 work
plan.
8. Work was conducted for the collection of traffic data at the LTPP sites
including:
a. Resolved downloading of data issues at the Manchester site. Issues
were associated with the security software installed on laptops by
the State of Connecticut.
b. Continued to collect traffic data at the Manchester, Groton and
Vernon LTPP sites.
c. Resumed data collection at the Lebanon site in May 2010. Collected
calibration data at the Lebanon site as part of the reinstallation
and conducted a check of the classification scheme using video and
manual comparisons.
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9. Participation and leadership in the TRB LTPP Expert Task Group (ETG)
including review of documents, serving as the TAC for Long-Term Pavement
Performance (LTPP) Specific Pavement Study (SPS) Traffic Pooled Fund Study,
TPF-5(004) and technical advisory for several LTPP data analysis projects.
10. Served on the steering committee for the LTPP Data Analysis Forum 2010.
11. Coordinated with District II Permits regarding the installation of water
service for a housing development in proximity to the test site (091803) in
Groton.
12. Attended the LTPP State Coordinator’s meeting, January 20, 2010.
13. Presented information on “LTPP in Connecticut” at the University of
Connecticut Senior Seminar held February 8, 2010. Presentation included
information on work conducted in Connecticut, in addition to encouraging
students to utilize LTPP data and enter the ASCE/FHWA 2010 Data Analysis
Contest.
14. Met with professor from the University of Hartford (Dr. Fang), who expressed
an interest in using traffic data collected in Connecticut for LTPP for
determining load spectra.
15. Discussed LTPP with UConn student and provided technical input for submittal
to Data PAVE contest.
16. Provided lane closure for testing by Regional Contractor for FWD, distress
collection and remarking of site at Groton on June 17, 2010.
17. Provided information and experience from LTPP work in Connecticut as needed.
This included information for the UConn Research Forum held November 5, 2009
and reporting to FHWA at ConnDOT Planning and Research 3rd Quarter Meeting.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-2221
Testing and Evaluation of an Automated Sign Identification System (ASIS)
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OBJECTIVE(S)
The objective of this study is to establish a statement of accuracy for
the Automated Sign Identification System (ASIS) that identifies stop
signs from videolog images. Stop signs are regulatory signs critical
for safe driver operation on the highway network.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - August 27, 1998
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Continued preparation of final report. Completion due by October
1, 2010.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-2223
Evaluation of Alternative Fuel Light Trucks and Automobiles
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OBJECTIVE(S)
To gather first- and second-hand data and information about the performance of
alternative fuel light trucks and automobiles; analyze and synthesize the
materials; and, develop findings to aid State and Federal officials that must
comply with Section 507(o), the Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1992
(EPACT).
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - February 16, 1999
Project Status - Closed
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Completed final report on dual-fuel CNG/gasoline vehicle (CNG).
2. Published final report on dual-fuel CNG/gasoline vehicle (CNG).
3. Closed project on March 31, 2010.
REPORT(S)
Sime, J.M., “Evaluation of Nickel Cadmium Battery-Electric Subcompact Automobile
in Connecticut as an Alternative for Work-Trips and Commutes,” Report Number CT-
2223-1-04-6, May 2004.
Henault, J.W., Sime, J.M. and Romano, F.J., “Connecticut Department of
Transportation’s Evaluation of Nickel Cadmium Battery Electric Vehicles,” TRB
Paper No. 08-0157, November 15, 2007.
Henault, J.W., Sime, J.M. and Romano, F.J., “Integrated Photovoltaics in
Nickel Cadmium Battery Electric Vehicles, “ Report No. CT-2223-F-08-8,
December 2008.
Kilpatrick, D.J. and Sime J. M., “Evaluation of Bi-Fueled Vehicles as an
Alternative for Work-Trip and Business Commutes,” Report No. CT-2223-2-05-3,
December 2009.
SPR-2236
Advanced Photolog Technologies
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OBJECTIVE(S)
ConnDOT’s Data Services Section (DSS) will identify high-resolution and high-
definition camera systems and implement them for advanced applications, such as
automated roadway sign, bridge number, utility pole number, lane and sign
striping and curb attribute recognition. Recent developments in high-resolution
digital cameras and high-definition television cameras (HDTV) will enhance
current imaging applications and support the development of new applications.
The project will also establish the feasibility of an automated bridge
underclearance module installed on the photolog collection platform.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - February 2003
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Completed fourth full season of image collection in all HDTV.
2. Completed HDTV portion of the final report.
3. Final report with bridge underclearance system detail will be completed by
December 1, 2010.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-2237
Field Evaluation of Concrete Containing
Disodium Tetrapropenyl Succinate (DSS)
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OBJECTIVE(S)
1. Study the field performance of concrete barriers containing the DSS
additive and its ability to reduce concrete permeability, increase
passivity of the embedded reinforcing steel and provide air entrainment for
greater durability.
2. Monitor corrosion of the reinforcing steel in experimental and control
barriers with the use of embedded half-cell probes.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started – February 20, 2003
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Completed field work to identify locations of remaining DSS barriers.
2. Began preparation of final report.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-2239 (Phase 1B)
Development of Internet-Based Computer Databases for the
Connecticut Department of Transportation
Phase 1B: Development of an Internet-Based Protocol for the Connecticut
Product Evaluation Database (ConnPED) Application
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OBJECTIVE(S)
This project seeks to reduce the manual effort required for Connecticut to
report and maintain its information through the development of the following two
databases, with corresponding Internet protocols for transfer/dissemination of
data, in several phases:
• Phase 1A: Development of the Connecticut Product Evaluation
Database (ConnPED) Application.
• Phase 1B: Development of an Internet protocol to allow vendors to
submit product information on-line; and to allow ConnDOT personnel
and vendors to view product information on-line. Explore the
application of Geographic Information System (GIS) technology to
supplement documentation and reporting of field evaluation sites in
Connecticut’s transportation infrastructure.
• Phase 2A: Development of the Connecticut Research-In-Progress
Database (ConnRiP) Application.
• Phase 2B: Development of an Internet protocol to allow ConnRiP
records to be directly uploaded to the national FHWA Transportation
Research Board (TRB) Transportation Research Information Service
(TRIS) Research-In-Progress (RiP) database. Explore the application
of GIS technology to supplement documentation and reporting of field
evaluation sites in Connecticut’s transportation infrastructure.
This proposal addresses Phase 1B. A proposal for Phase 1A has already been
developed. Proposals for Phases 2A and 2B will be developed for consideration
in the future.
ConnDOT’s current system for accepting applications for products to be
considered for the product evaluation process, as well as distributing
information on the product evaluation process, is based on postal service and E-
Mail. Because of the volume of data, the information is provided to a limited
number of individuals on an as-needed basis. Development of ConnPED
Internet/Intranet-based application(s) to submit and disseminate product
evaluation information will allow a broader audience to efficiently learn,
participate, and contribute to the overall body of knowledge regarding the
product evaluation process in Connecticut.
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The objectives of Phase 1B of this project are to:
• Develop an Internet/Intranet database application to allow
dissemination of pertinent data related to the product evaluation
process in Connecticut.
• Develop an Internet/Intranet database application to allow on-line
submittal of the Preliminary Product Evaluation Information Forms
along with pertinent, supplementary/background information on the
product under consideration.
• Provide support for legacy computer systems.
• Prepare for future enhancements involving the application of Internet
and GIS technology
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started – January 1, 2005
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. The draft Final Report and User Manual were submitted to ConnDOT for
review.
REPORT(S)
Phase 1A:
Smith, D.E., “Development of the Connecticut Product Evaluation Database
Application – Phase 1A,” Report No. 2239-01-06-3, March 2006.
Smith, D.E., “Product Evaluation Database 1.0 System Documentation,” Report No.
2239-02-05-12, October 2005.
Smith, D.E. and Ruz, G., “Product Evaluation Database 1.0 User’s Manual,” Report
No. 2239-03-05-13, February 2005.
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SPR-2243
Enhancements to ConnDOT’s Pavement Friction Testing Program
OBJECTIVE(S)
The objectives of the research are to: (1) update friction number
speed correction factors based upon pavement mix designs in use in
Connecticut today with an upgraded friction tester (hardware and
software); (2) evaluate the effect of roadway geometry on friction (3)
evaluate the potential use of the International Friction Index (IFI) in
Connecticut; and, (4) implement the appropriate latest technology and
procedures for pavement friction data request, collection and
processing.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - August 13, 2004
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. During the first quarter of FY10, wrote TRB Paper No. 10-0426,
“Historical Overview of Pavement Friction Testing in
Connecticut.” The paper was reviewed by TRB’s Transportation
History Committee, which provided peer-review results.
2. In September 2010, prepared for and provided a presentation of
the Connecticut Pavement Friction Testing Program at the Rocky
Hill Lab to colleagues from ConnDOT’s Traffic Division, Pavement
Management, Maintenance, Materials Testing and Research. In
addition, over fifty internet viewers tuned in via the Lab’s
streaming media facilities. These viewers tuned in from
universities and federal/state highway agencies, including FHWA,
from around the country, as well as Canada. The presentation was
part of an effort to disseminate research findings of
Transportation Pooled Fund Study TPF-5(141), “Pavement Surface
Properties Consortium: A Research Program,” for which
Connecticut is a participant. Dr. Gerardo Flintsch, the
principal investigator (PI) for the study, was the keynote
speaker. Further details of the pooled-fund study are available
at http://www.pooledfund.org/projectdetails.asp?id=371&status=4.
3. Also in September 2010, received a fixed-slip continuous friction
measurement device (GripTester) on loan from FHWA via the
Virginia Transportation Research Council and TPF-5(141), and
commenced a field evaluation. Engineers from Virginia Tech’s
Transportation Institute delivered the GripTester and provided
training for its operation and data analysis.
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4. Prepared for and presented TRB Paper 10-0426, “Historical
Overview of Pavement Friction Testing in Connecticut,” at the 89th
TRB Annual Meeting in Washington, DC, in a Meet-the-Author Poster
Session. This was presented at Session Number 580, “Traveled
Surface Texture, Friction, Noise, and Profile,” on January 12,
2010. It was sponsored by the Surface Properties – Vehicle
Interaction (AFD90) Committee. Preparatory work included
developing and printing a poster and trading card for the
session. In the third and fourth quarters, converted TRB Paper
10-0426 to a ConnDOT report and published as Report No. CT-2243-
1-10-1, “Historical Overview of Friction Testing in Connecticut.”
Distributed to ConnDOT officials, as well as per the distribution
requirements of SP&R Part II research reports. These copies were
provided for all distribution requirements within the USDOT,
including FHWA, Office of Technology Applications, HTA-22.
5. During the fourth quarter of FY10, attended an equipment roundup
at the Virginia Smart Road facility in Blacksburg, VA, as part of
Transportation Pooled Fund Study No. TPF-5(141), “Pavement
Surface Properties Consortium: A Research Program.”
6. During the fourth quarter of FY10, submitted a paper for
consideration for presentation at the Pavement Surface Properties
Consortium meeting in Roanoke, VA, in October 2010.
7. During the fourth quarter of FY10, submitted draft report No. CT-
2243-2-10-3, “Characterizing the Macrotexture of Asphalt Pavement
Designs in Connecticut,” for internal review.
8. During the fourth quarter of FY10, submitted draft Report No. CT-
2243-F-10-4, “Enhancements to ConnDOT’s Pavement Friction Testing
Program, Final Report,” for internal review.
REPORT(S)
Henault, John W., "Historical Overview of Pavement Friction Testing in
Connecticut," TRB Paper No. 10-0426, Presented at the 2010
Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting, Washington, D.C.,
January 2010.
Henault, John W., "Historical Overview of Pavement Friction Testing in
Connecticut," Report No. CT-2243-1-10-1, March 2010.
SPR-2245
Feasibility of Implementing Additional AASHTO Trns•port Modules in Connecticut
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BACKGROUND
The Connecticut Department of Transportation currently uses a mixture of
computer software and manual information systems that were designed over several
years to meet the Departments pre-construction management needs. PCMS and BMIS
are nonintegrated computer systems that operate independently of one another.
There are also many PC-based systems to supplement mainframe data, many of which
contain duplicate information. These multiple stand alone systems lack a
comprehensive central database of information, as well as field and data
definition standardization. There is also a lack of checks and balances for
information updates and corrections, and a delay in response to questions and
requests for reports.
In an effort to further streamline current business practices, the Department
will investigate the feasibility of implementing the entire Trns•port
preconstruction suite of products. This suite consists of the following
modules:
PES (Proposal and Estimate System) – Addresses the needs of the highway
design agency during the pre-letting phase of construction. Provides design,
project administration, and estimation sections with tools to assist in
project definition, funding specification, project cost estimation, contract
proposal creation, and bid letting packaging.
LAS (Letting and Award System) – Designed to assist highway agency personnel
with automated assistance for activities associated with letting, analyzing
bids, and awarding proposals. These activities include advertising bids,
maintaining and invoicing plan holders, maintaining DBE/WBE commitments,
processing bid information, evaluating bids, and making award decisions.
Expedite – An electronic bid system which allows bidders to receive proposal
item schedules and submit item bids in a secure, machine readable format.
Integration of these new modules with our current Trns•port products will
require an upgrade to both DSS and Estimator and a migration of applicable data.
OBJECTIVE(S)
The main objective of this research project is to obtain information that is
vital to making implementation decisions regarding PES, LAS, Expedite, DSS,
and Estimator. The detailed analysis study will perform the following
functions:
1. Document current and proposed workflow.
2. Identify report requirements.
3. Inventory current network architecture, hardware, and software. It should
also list any new required hardware and software.
4. Provide an assessment of future training needs.
5. Provide recommendations and alternatives for system security.
6. Identify issues that may impact the implementation and integration of the
products.
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7. Provide a breakdown of the estimated cost and personnel requirements to
maintain each product.
8. Provide a breakdown of the estimated cost and personnel requirements to
maintain each product.
9. Define potential benefits that could be achieved with the implementation
of the software products.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started – Pending (Approved February 3, 2005)
Project Status - Closed
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Published the final report, prepared by InfoTech, the developer of the
AASHTO Trns•port suite of products. The final report is the deliverable
for the requirements analysis for Trns•port Estimation, Preconstruction,
Construction, Decision Support and Electronic Bidding Systems for the
Connecticut Department of Transportation. The Requirements Analysis Report
outlined the tasks and requirements for implementation of the selected
estimation, pre-construction, construction, electronic bidding system, and
decision support products. It also included projected costs and schedules
for InfoTech services to assist ConnDOT with the implementation
activities.
2. In FY09, the Department initiated a decision-making process to choose a
support option and related tasks leading to possible future use of
necessary AASHTO Service Units for that work. The Department continues to
utilize the decision-making process.
3. Closed project on September 25, 2009.
REPORT(S)
Info Tech, "Requirements Analysis Report for Trns•port Estimation,
Preconstruction, Construction, Decision Support and Electronic Bidding Systems,"
Report No. CT-2245-F-09-1, January 2009.
SPR-2249
Longitudinal Joint Performance Study
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OBJECTIVE(S)
The main objective of this research is to improve the performance of
longitudinal joints in hot mix asphalt pavement. This will be
accomplished as follows:
Document the current state of the practice for constructing
longitudinal joints. This documentation will include information
available through literature and from observing techniques used in
Connecticut.
Develop recommendations and host training seminar to implement
construction procedures that provide extended performance of
longitudinal joints.
Verify accuracy improvements of a new methodology for the measurement
of longitudinal-joint density. The method adjusts nuclear density
gauge readings based on the density of pavement cored from the mat.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - March 1, 2006
Project Status - Closed
Work Done - July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2009
1. Published final report.
2. Project closed on November 16, 2009.
REPORT(S)
Zinke, S., Mahoney, J.M. and Shaffer, G., “Summary of the 2006 Use of a
Notched Wedge Joint in Connecticut Pilot Projects,” Report No. CT-2249-
1-07-3, August 14, 2007.
Zinke, S., Mahoney, J.M. and Shaffer, G., “Comparison of the Use of a
Notched Wedge Joint vs. Traditional Butt Joints in Connecticut - Phase
1 Report”, Report No. CT-2249-2-07-6, May 14, 2008.
Zinke, S., Mahoney, J.M., Jackson, E.D. and Shaffer, G., “Comparison of
the Use of a Notched Wedge Joint vs. Traditional Butt Joints in
Connecticut Final Report”, Report No. CT-2249-F-08-4, November 7, 2008.
SPR-2250
Hot Mix Asphalt Research Investigation for Connecticut
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OBJECTIVE (S)
Part A – Reduction in the Number of Superpave Mix Design Levels.
The objective of Part A is to determine if there is any difference in
permanent deformation performance of Superpave HMA mixtures that are
designed with the same aggregate structure but different asphalt
contents to meet the Superpave volumetric requirements.
Part B – Develop Guidelines for Minimum Asphalt Content.
The objective of this portion of the research is to determine if the
current minimum asphalt binder contents used by ConnDOT will improve
the long-term performance of HMA pavements by increasing their
durability while still being able to resist permanent deformation.
Part C – Permeability/Porosity Testing of HMA Mix Designs.
The objective of Part C of this research is to determine if the current
Superpave mixes used in Connecticut limit the permeability of the
pavements to values available in the literature.
Part D – Evaluate the Feasibility of Using Permeability for In-Place
Density Dispute Resolution on Bridge Decks.
The objective of this work is to determine if measuring the
permeability of a pavement on a bridge deck will work as a non-
destructive dispute resolution for the in-place density of the
pavement.
Part E – Compare Field Performance of Superpave and Traditional Mixes.
The objective of Part E of this research is to study Superpave
pavements that appear to be aging/cracking much quicker than other
Superpave mixes as well as conventional pavements designed using the
Marshall Mix design method.
Part F – Process HMA Test Data For Compliance with PWL.
A request was submitted to ConnDOT by the PI to remove this task from
the work plan.
Part G – Prepare Final Report, Executive Summary and Presentation.
The objective of Part G of this research project is to produce a final
report that summarizes the work performed, findings and recommendations
for each part of the project. An Executive Summary and presentation
are also included in this part of the project.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - March 1, 2006
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
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Part A – Reduction in the Number of Superpave Mix Design Levels.
Task A-1 - Literature Review.
In a prior fiscal year, the research team attempted to conduct a
literature review on the reduction of Superpave Mix Design Levels, but
was unable to locate any literature on the subject. The research team
did conduct a survey of regional transportation agencies to establish
their current practices for Superpave mix designs.
Task A-2 - Collect HMA Samples.
In a prior fiscal year, the research team collected additional samples
of aggregates from several additional sources to include in the
testing.
Task A-3 - Evaluate HMA Samples in the Rut Tester.
APA and Hamburg testing was conducted on laboratory prepared specimens.
This testing was completed in the previous fiscal year.
Task A-4 - Conduct Data Analysis.
The analysis of the data collected was conducted and it was completed
in the previous fiscal year.
Task A-5 - Prepare Report for Part A.
The Draft Report for Part A was completed and submitted to ConnDOT
during the previous fiscal year.
Part B – Develop Guidelines for Minimum Asphalt Content.
Task B-1 - Literature Review.
The research team completed a survey of regional states as to whether
or not their specifications contain minimum asphalt contents. The
research team has updated the minimum asphalt content survey to
incorporate any changes that have occurred recently to their
specifications as well as addressing any changes to the number of
gyrations they use for their mix designs as this, in effect, has a
similar influence of installing a minimum asphalt content. The
literature review was completed in the previous fiscal year.
Task B-2 - Use Existing Mix Designs To Determine Maximum Asphalt
Contents Before Rutting Becomes a Problem.
This work has commenced since mechanical problems with the rut tester
hindered progress however those problems have been resolved and work is
continuing. It is anticipated that this work will be completed during
this coming fiscal year.
Task B-3 - Prepare Report for Part B.
No work was undertaken on this task in FY10.
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Part C – Permeability/Porosity Testing of HMA Mix Designs.
Task C-1 - Literature Review.
This task was completed during a prior fiscal year.
Task C-2 - Determine Best Measurement Parameter for
Permeability/Porosity.
Work on this task has been completed during a prior fiscal year.
Task C-3 - Acquire Laboratory and Field Equipment for Measuring
Permeability.
Work on this task has been completed during a prior fiscal year.
Task C-4 - Conduct Laboratory Evaluation of Superpave Mixes Used in
Connecticut.
An extensive laboratory testing program of cores was conducted during a
prior fiscal year.
Task C-5 - Measure Field Permeability.
This work was completed during the previous fiscal year.
Task C-6 – Establish Mix Design Recommendations to Limit Permeability.
This work was completed during the previous fiscal year.
Task C-7 - Prepare Report for Part C.
The report for Part C was drafted and submitted to ConnDOT during FY10.
Part D – Evaluate the Feasibility of Using Permeability for In-Place
Density Dispute Resolution on Bridge Decks.
Task D-1 - Literature Review.
This was completed during a prior fiscal year.
Task D-2 - Conduct Field Testing of Permeability on Bridge Decks.
This work was completed in FY10.
Task D-3 - Conduct Laboratory Permeability Testing of HMA Mixes Used in
Task D-2.
This work was completed during a prior fiscal year.
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Task D-4 - Develop Recommendations for Bridge Deck Permeability.
This work was initiated in FY10 and will be completed during FY11.
Task D-5 - Prepare Report for Part D.
This work took place during FY10 and will be completed during FY11.
Part E – Compare Field Performance of Superpave and Traditional Mixes.
Task E-1 - Literature Review.
Work on the literature review was completed during a prior fiscal year.
Task E-2 - Identify Pavements for Study.
This task was completed during a prior fiscal year.
Task E-3 - Obtain Construction Data.
Data collection took place during prior fiscal years and was completed
during FY10.
Task E-4 - Conduct Field Evaluation.
The first round of cracking and distress analysis and data collection
took place during a prior fiscal year. The final round of analysis was
completed in early FY10.
Task E-5 - Conduct Laboratory Testing of Cores.
No work was undertaken on this task in FY10.
Task E-6 - Prepare Report for Part E.
No work was undertaken on this task in FY10.
Part F – Process HMA Test Data For Compliance with PWL.
Task F-1 - Analyze Current Method of Data Collection/Storage.
This task was removed from the work plan. A revised work plan has been
submitted to ConnDOT and approved in a prior fiscal year.
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Task F-2 - Develop Software for Converting the Data and Conducting F
and T Tests.
This task was removed from the work plan. A revised work plan has been
submitted to ConnDOT and approved in a prior fiscal year.
Task F-3 - Develop User Guide.
This task was removed from the work plan. A revised work plan has been
submitted to ConnDOT and approved in a prior fiscal year.
Part G – Prepare Final Report, Executive Summary and Presentation.
Task G-1 – Prepare Draft Final Report.
No work was undertaken on this task in FY10.
Task G-2 – Submit Draft Final Report to ConnDOT.
No work was undertaken on this task in FY10.
Task G-3 – Prepare Executive Summary.
No work was undertaken on this task in FY10.
Task G-4 – Make Presentation of the Findings.
No work was undertaken on this task in FY10.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-2251
Short-Term Bridge Monitoring in Connecticut
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OBJECTIVE(S)
To conduct short-term monitoring studies of six to eight bridges over
the next two years. The focus will be on bridges in work zones and
concrete bridges. While it is expected that these bridges will be
monitored with strain gages, other cost-effective sensors will be
considered in this project.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - July 1, 2006
Project Status - Closed
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. During this past year the project was completed.
2. Using the new portable strain monitoring system, two extended
studies were completed under this project: (1) unexpected
cracking on the 190 bridge; and (2) bridge weigh-in-motion.
3. Completed and published Report No. CT-2251-2-09-4, “Field Strain
Monitoring to Evaluate Unexpected Cracking in a Non-Redundant
Steel Plate Girder Bridge.”
4. Completed and published Report No. CT-2251-3-09-5, “A Non-
Intrusive Bridge Weigh-in-Motion System for a Single Span Steel
Girder Bridge Using Only Strain Measurements.”
5. Completed and published final report, Report No. CT-2251-F-09-6,
“History of Connecticut's Short-term Strain Program for Evaluation
of Steel Bridges.”
6. Based on the studies completed under this project, two journal
articles have been prepared and are in the process of being
submitted.
7. Closed project on June 10, 2010.
REPORT(S)
Troiano, Jr., G.P., D’Attillo, P.F., Olund, J.K. and DeWolf, J.T.,
“Field Strain Monitoring to Evaluate Unexpected Cracking in Non-
Redundant Steel Plate Girder Bridge,” TRB Paper, August 1, 2007.
D’Attillo, P.F. and Feldblum, E.F., “Short-Term Bridge Monitoring –
Deflection of Deck Units on Belden Road Bridge, Burlington”, Report 1,
Report No. CT-2251-1-07-2, February 2007.
Christopher J. Wall, Richard E. Christenson, Anne-Marie H. McDonnell,
Alireza Jamalipour, “A Non-Intrusive Bridge Weigh-in-Motion System for a
Single Span Steel Girder Bridge Using Only Strain Measurements,” Report
No. CT-2251-3-09-5, August 2009.
Gino P. Troiano Jr., John T. DeWolf, “Field Strain Monitoring to
Evaluate Unexpected Cracking in a Non-Redundant Steel Plate Girder
Bridge,” Report No. CT-2251-2-09-4, July 2009.
John T. DeWolf, “History of Connecticut's Short-term Strain Program for
Evaluation of Steel Bridges,” Final Report, Report No. CT-2251-F-09-6,
July 2009.
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SPR-2252
Assessing ConnDOT’s Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) Testing
Methods, Phase II – Field Trials and Implementation
OBJECTIVE(S)
The primary objectives of this study are to develop and implement a protocol for
using the concrete maturity method for estimating in-place PCC strength and for
performing PCC temperature profiling.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started – July 26, 2006
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Continued analyzing data.
2. Leant IntelliRock Maturity kit to consultant working on Project No. 92-619.
They are pouring concrete pier columns with Class F concrete and wanted to
check temperatures because the contractor is not curing the concrete
properly and the pier columns are developing cracks immediately after
stripping the forms.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-2253
Development of the Digital Design Environment
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OBJECTIVE(S)
The overall objectives are: 1) to develop a digital environment to utilize and
evaluate electronic data systems; and, 2) to improve the efficiency and
effectiveness of ConnDOT’s project delivery workflow by streamlining and
improving workflow in the design process.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started – Pending (Approved May 28, 2008)
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Work continued on developing the framework and documentation for the
interim benchmarking of the new system, using seven ongoing
design/construction projects presently underway by the Department.
2. Completed consultant IT Services for the scope of work and recommendations,
including configuration of ProjectWise’s Managed Workspaces to the Digital
Design Environment and Audit Report and Recommendation deliverables.
3. Internal development of a ProjectWise production system was abandoned in
favor of a hosted solution with Bentley, the ProjectWise supplier. This
approach was adopted due to reduced costs, differing internal architecture
requirements, and the ability of the State to contract with a hosted
solution vendo
4. Consultant services were extended to include continued testing/development
of CAD Applications for the Bentley Hosted Environment.
5. Department of Information Technology’s (DOIT) Architecture Group approved
the proposed System Design for a Bentley Hosted Solution, including a
Disaster Recovery Proposal
6. ConnDOT acquired new Adobe Acrobat licenses for ProjectWise implementation
of a digital signature solution
7. New pilot projects were chosen for digital review/submission of contract
plans using ProjectWise. These pilot programs are both in-house (State
Design) and Consultant Design. These will utilize the digital review and
submission throughout the entire project cycle.
8. Started migrating projects from ConnDOT servers into Bentleys Hosted
Environment (approximately 500 projects), including a project archiving
schedule.
9. Initiated a project modification for additional work to explore utilization
of DDE data in construction, where GPS-based data collectors might be the
basis for daily inspection reports of installed item quantities and
accurate as-built plan sheets. Worked with Dr. Thomas Meyer from the
University of Connecticut to develop proposed project modification that
would cover this work, and prepared to submit this project modification,
along with several others, to FHWA for approval.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-2254
Advancing the Use of
Streaming Media and Digital Media Technologies at ConnDOT
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OBJECTIVE(S)
1. To continue to refine ConnDOT’s current Webcasting capability in
order to reduce the laboriousness and cost for conducting Webcasts
and recording “live” presentations and meetings.
2. To continue to enhance the readability of video captured from the
presenter’s PC desktop for the benefit of the Web-based audience.
3. To document the steps required to conduct Webcasts, as well as how to
capture and record presentations and meetings. It is envisioned that
this primer will be useful to even those individuals unfamiliar with
traditional video production techniques and values.
4. To identify methods and hardware that will reduce the time required
during video post production and, therefore, improve product turn-
around time.
5. To continue to run quantitative reporting software on a quarterly
basis on the Web-based media server at CATER. All streaming media
usage is submitted to the Manager of Research.
6. Employ high-definition video technologies for improving the quality
and utility of Webcasts and streaming video presentations.
7. To enhance and improve internal communications within the Agency by
testing and evaluating multicasting of live Executive directives.
8. To help ensure that the infrastructure is in place to support the
expanding uses of streaming video technologies at ConnDOT.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - October 19, 2006
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Produced and published a quantity of new streaming video
presentations.
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REPORT(S)
None
Products Produced for Video-on-Demand
Title Media Category Duration
The CT State Libraries Internet
Search Tool
Staff Dev. and e-Learning 15 min
Winter Construction Inspection
Training Series
Staff Dev. and e-Learning 3hrs - 32 min
History of Bridge Monitoring in
Connecticut
Bridge Topics 41 min
TRB Annual Correlation Visit 2009 National Conferences/Orgs. 24 min
Fundamentals of Analyzing and
Solving Local Traffic Problems
Technology Transfer Center 4 hrs - 42 min
Minimum Sign Retro-Reflectivity
Requirements
Technology Transfer Center 1 hr - 16 min
Lead Awareness Presentations for In-house 39 min
Asbestos Awareness Presentations for In-house 54 min
New Haven Rail Yard Component
Change Out Shop
Construction Projects 26 min
Structural Health Monitoring I-35 W
Bridge
Bridge Topics 2 hrs - 27 min
Connecticut Transp. Institute
Research Forum
Technology Transfer Center 3 hrs - 20 min
About ConnDOT’s Newest Photolog
Vehicle
Public Service Excellence 1 min - 20 sec
Q-Bridge Voluntary Pre-Bid
Conference
Construction Projects 54 min
History and Advancement of
Streaming Media Technologies at
ConnDOT
Staff Dev. and e-Learning 20 min
DigitalHIWAY for Power Users Staff Dev. and e-Learning 49 min
DigitalHIWAY Training Staff Dev. and e-Learning 1 min - 14 sec
About the 2009 Technology Transfer
Expo
Technology Transfer Center 2 min - 8 sec
Concrete Testing Training for Dist1 Presentations for In-House 1 min - 47 sec
SUB TOTAL
20.73 hrs
Live Events Conducted as Webcasts
Pavement Surface Properties
Consortium Webcast
Transportation Research 2 hrs - 30 min
NEAUPG Webcast – Multi Stress Creep
Recovery
Pavement Topics 4 hrs - 21 min
NEAUPG 2010 Steering Committee
Webcast
Pavement Topics 3 hrs
SUB TOTAL
9 hrs 51 min
SPR-2255
Self-Consolidated and No-Slump Concretes:
A Synthesis of Research Findings and Best Practices
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OBJECTIVE(S)
The objectives of this study are to: survey and document practices in other
states; document ConnDOT contractor/plant practices; and, combine research
findings on self-consolidating and no-slump concretes into one report on the best
practices for precasting catch basins and box culverts, including quality
assurance.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started – November 26, 2007
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Continued literature review.
2. In the fourth quarter of FY10, drafted a proposal for related research,
Proposal No. P-10-4, “Implementation of Test Methods for Assessing the
Workability of Self-Consolidating Concrete.”
3. In the fourth quarter of FY10, drafted a survey to be submitted to other
State Highway Officials.
4. In the fourth quarter of FY10, began drafting synthesis report.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-2256
Expansion and Refinement of a Bridge Monitoring Network in Connecticut
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OBJECTIVES
To continue development and refinement of the network of monitored bridges in the
state of Connecticut, providing further information on the performance of a
variety of bridge types, developing long-term structural health monitoring for
each bridge and demonstrating to engineers the value of using remote monitoring
to better track the bridge infrastructure. The systems are being designed to be
economical, i.e. using minimal number of sensors and to track the overall
performance. The systems also operate using normal traffic loading so that it is
not necessary to close a bridge to do load testing or perform other tests. The
approach used provides for continuous evaluation, and thus it supplements current
biennial field inspections. Because the systems operate continuously, they will
provide authorities with notice when there are major changes in the structural
integrity. The data collected over multi-year periods also provides information
that can be used to determine how bridges age with time.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started: July 1, 2007
Project Status: Active
Work Done: July 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010
Overall: The prime effort during the past year has involved: (1) Work to upgrade
the monitoring systems, resulting in improved reliability in both data collection
and archiving, addition of new monitoring abilities, flexibility to increase both
the number and type of sensors in the future, and an expanded ability to automate
the field monitoring systems; and, (2) Publication of research results at both
conferences and in journals.
Below is a summary of this work for each bridge in the study.
East Hartford Bridge
The updated bridge monitoring system at the East Hartford Bridge provides:
1. Increased sampling rates of from 0.023 sec (43 Hz) to 0.001 sec (1000 Hz).
2. Improved resolution of the sensor measurements with the data acquisition
analog to digital (A/D) converter increased from 16-bits to 24-bits.
3. Extended bandwidth of the dynamic measurements of accelerometers from
0.01-2 Hz to 0.01-420 Hz, with a 1000 Hz sampling frequency, and for the
strain gages from 0-7 Hz to 0-450 Hz, again with a 1000 Hz sampling
frequency.
4. Connectivity to the Connecticut Department of Transportation computer
network over the internet allowing for full access to the bridge
monitoring computers.
5. Real-time remote viewing of the bridge monitoring data from any PC on the
ConnDOT network using a java-based Real-Time Data Viewer (RDV).
6. Automated data archival to an offsite FTP server.
Flyover Bridge
The updated bridge monitoring system at the Flyover Bridge provides:
1. Increased sampling rates from 0.011 sec (91.91 Hz) to 0.001 sec (1000 Hz).
2. Improved resolution of the sensor measurements with the data acquisition
analog to digital (A/D) converter increased from 16-bits to 24-bits.
3. Extended bandwidth of the dynamic measurements of accelerometers from
0.01-2 Hz to 0.01-420 Hz, with a 1000 Hz sampling frequency.
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4. Connectivity to the Connecticut Department of Transportation computer
network over the internet allowing for full access to the bridge
monitoring computers.
5. Real-time remote viewing of the bridge monitoring data from any PC on the
ConnDOT network using a java-based Real-Time Data Viewer (RDV).
6. Video imaging with a fixed dome network camera and streaming video
synchronized with streaming data.
7. Automated data archival to an offsite FTP server.
Cromwell Bridge
The updated bridge monitoring system at the Cromwell Bridge provides:
1. Increased sampling rates from 0.02 sec (50 Hz) to 0.001 sec (1000 Hz).
2. Improved resolution of the sensor measurements from 1  (MicroStrain)
with the original system to 0.06  with the 24-bit system and associated
amplifiers.
3. Extended bandwidth of the dynamic measurements of strain gages from 0-5 Hz
to 0-450 Hz, with a 1000 Hz sampling frequency.
4. Connectivity to the Connecticut Department of Transportation computer
network over the internet allowing for full access to the bridge
monitoring computers.
5. Real-time remote viewing of the bridge monitoring data from any PC on the
ConnDOT network using a java-based Real-Time Data Viewer (RDV).
6. Video imaging with a fixed dome network camera and streaming video
synchronized with streaming data.
7. Automated data archival to an offsite FTP server.
Sikorsky Bridge
Work has been conducted on the Sikorsky Bridge to identify upgrades that will
improve the dynamic strain and acceleration measurements for this bridge. The
updated bridge monitoring system at the Sikorsky Bridge will need to provide the
following:
1. Improved quality of the acceleration data by adding anti-aliasing filters.
2. Improved signal-to-noise ratios for the acceleration and strain
measurements by providing amplifiers at the data acquisition units to
increase the signal prior to being digitized by the 14 bit analog to
digital converter (this 14 bit converter has been identified as the major
source of the existing measurement noise).
3. Real-time remote viewing of the bridge monitoring data from any PC on the
ConnDOT network using a java-based Real-Time Data Viewer (RTD).
4. automated data collection.
5. automated data archival to an offsite FTP server.
Efforts are underway to identify the appropriate equipment upgrades to meet these
needs.
Baldwin Bridge
The updated bridge monitoring system at the Baldwin Bridge will provide:
1. Improved resolution of the sensor measurements with the 24-bit system.
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2. Connectivity to the Connecticut Department of Transportation computer
network over the internet, allowing for full access to the bridge
monitoring computers.
3. Real-time remote viewing of the bridge monitoring data from any PC on the
ConnDOT network using a java-based Real-Time Data Viewer (RTD).
4. Automated data archival to an offsite FTP server.
Goldstar Bridge
The monitoring system on this bridge has continued to have data collection
problems. Field visits have been carried out to establish the source of the
problems, with review of the solar panels, the individual sensor arrangements,
wireless data transmission and current field data acquisition system. New
equipment has been purchased for installation. This should solve the problems so
that data collection, using the solar panels can continue.
Summary Remarks
1. A significant benefit of system upgrades have been: 1) higher quality
data; 2) higher reliability in both data collection and archiving; and, 3)
the compact nature of this equipment saves significant space in the
equipment cabinets at each bridge.
2. Educating the next generation workforce will be critical in the acceptance
and advancement of bridge monitoring. Monitored bridges in the network
have been used for outreach activities during the past year. A field trip
to two of the monitored bridges was organized for the University of
Connecticut Experimental Structural Dynamics class in March 2010. Seven
students visited Flyover and Cromwell bridges as well as ConnDOT Research
Lab at Rocky Hill. Later in the spring, April 2010, a field trip to two
monitored bridges was organized for a National Science Foundation (NSF)
sponsored Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) field trip. Six
undergraduate students from around the country visited Flyover and Bigfoot
bridges. These outreach opportunities provide engineering students with
first-hand knowledge and understanding of bridge monitoring.
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REPORT(S)
Below is a list of publications that have been published during the year: These
publications include work carried out during previous years, as well as recent
work.
C. Liu, J.K. Olund, A.J. Cardini, P.F. D’Attilio, E. Feldblum and J.T. DeWolf.
2008. Structural Health Monitoring of Bridges in the State of Connecticut.
Earthquake Engineering and Engineering Vibration, Vol. 7, No. 4:423-433.
A.J. Cardini and J.T. DeWolf. 2009. Long-term Structural Health Monitoring of a
Multi-girder Steel Composite Bridge Using Strain Data. Journal of Structural
Health Monitoring, Vol. 8, No. 1:47-58.
J.T. DeWolf, A.J. Cardine, J.K. Olund and P. F. D’Attilio. 2009. Structural
Health Monitoring of Three Bridges in Connecticut. Annual Meeting of
Transportation Research Board, Washington, D.C., 17 pages.
A.M. Scianna and R.E. Christenson. 2009. A Probabilistic Structural Health
Monitoring Method Applied to the Bridge Health Monitoring Benchmark Problem.
Annual Meeting of Transportation Research Board, Washington, D.C., 11 pages.
H.A. Trivedi. 2009. A Proposed Data Qualification Procedure for the Connecticut
Bridge Monitoring Network. M.S. Thesis, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT.
C. Liu, J.T. DeWolf and J. Kim. 2009 Development of a Baseline for Structural
Health Monitoring for a Curved Post-Tensioned Concrete Box-Girder Bridge.
Engineering Structures, Vol. 31, No. 12:3107-3115.
A.J. Cardini and J. T. DeWolf. 2009. Implementation of a Long-Term Bridge
Weigh-In-Motion System for a Steel Girder Bridge in the Interstate Highway
System. Journal of Bridge Engineering, ASCE, Vol. 14, No. 6:418-423.
J.T. DeWolf. 2009. History of Connecticut’s Short-Term Strain Program for
Evaluation of Steel Bridges. Report No. CT-2251-F-09-6, Connecticut Dept. of
Transportation.
A.M. Scianna and R.E. Christenson, 2009 Probabilistic Structural Health
Monitoring Method Applied to the Bridge Health Monitoring Benchmark Problem.
Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board, No.
2131, pp. 92–97.
A.M. Scianna and R.E. Christenson, “Implementation of a Probabilistic Bridge
Health Monitoring Method on an In-Service Highway Bridge”, 5th New York City
Bridge Conference, New York City, August 2009.
A.M. Scianna and R.E. Christenson, “Implementation of an Automated Bridge Health
Monitoring System to Connecticut’s Long-Term Bridge Monitoring Network”, Asian-
Pacific Network of Centers for Research in Smart Structure Technology (ANCRiSST)
5th Annual Workshop, Boston, MA, July 2009.
H.A. Trivedi and R.E. Christenson 2009 Data Qualification and Error
Quantification for Bridge Monitoring Systems in Connecticut. International
Workshop for Structural Health Monitoring, Stanford, CA, September 2009.
SPR-2259
Field Evaluation of a Cold-in-Place Recycled
Pavement Base Overlaid with Hot Mix Asphalt
43
OBJECTIVE(S)
Evaluate and document the performance, consistency and durability of cold-in-
place recycled (CIR) pavement after ten years of service on S.R. 695.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started – March 10, 2008
Project Status - Closed
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Completed final report.
2. Published final report.
3. During the first quarter, prepared and published a Research Advisory
Committee (RAC) Handout, which presented findings and recommendations.
4. During the first quarter of FY10, wrote TRB Paper 10-0163, “Assessing
Pavement Rehabilitation with Photolog Data,” and submitted for
consideration for presentation and publication at the TRB 89th Annual
Meeting in January 2010. The paper was submitted in response to a call for
papers: “Assessment of Pavement Rehabilitation and Maintenance Techniques.”
The paper was subsequently recommended for presentation in a poster
session.
5. During the first quarter of FY10, Mr. John W. Henault, the Project
Principal Investigtor, met at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford,
CT, with State Representative Steve Mikutel, ConnDOT’s Legislative Program
Manager, ConnDOT’s Acting Transportation Engineering Administrator, and
representatives from the Gorman Group to discuss cold in-place recycling
(CIR). Research findings from this study were presented. Representative
Mikutel was informed that a CIR base was used on S.R. 695 eleven years ago
in order to mitigate reflective cracking, and it performed as expected,
i.e., reflective cracking was mitigated. He was also informed that rutting
is still a concern and, therefore, ConnDOT recommends limiting CIR
applications to lower-volume roadways (8,000 ADT), at this time. ADT
levels may be increased as ConnDOT gains experience and rutting is shown to
be minimized. Considering the research results, Representative Mikutel is
interested in ConnDOT continuing the use of CIR for pavement
rehabilitations.
6. During the second quarter of FY10, revised TRB Paper 10-0163 in light of
committee reviewer comments and resubmitted for inclusion in the Annual
Meeting Compendum of Papers.
7. Prepared for TRB Paper 10-0163 Meet the Author Poster Session (Session No.
386) presented at the TRB 89th Annual Meeting in Washington, DC. This work
included finalizing and printing posters and trading cards for
dissemination of research findings. It also included making travel
arrangements for trip to Washington, DC and back.
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8. Presented findings at the above-mentioned poster session on January 11,
2010. The session event was titled “Automated Distress Data for Pavement
Management.”
9. Closed project on July 9, 2009.
REPORT(S)
Henault, J.W. and Kilpatrick, D.J., “Evaluation of a Cold In-Place Recycled
Rehabilitation Treatment,” Report No. CT-2259-F-09-2, June 2009.
Henault, J.W. and Overturf, B.J., “Assessing Pavement Rehabilitation with
Photolog Data,” TRB Paper No. 10-0163, Presented at the 2010 Transportation
Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting, Washington, D.C., January 2010.
SPR-2260
Digital Preservation of a Highway Photolog Film
Archive in Connecticut
45
OBJECTIVE(S)
To increase use of historical Connecticut photolog images that date back to 1973
by improving image quality and ease of access through digital methodologies, and
to develop guidelines on digital preservation of historical highway photolog
film.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started – May 2009
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. It was determined that UConn would house the film to be transferred,
conduct film quality control checks, manage shipping and receiving
operations and perform LT0 tape to digital transfers at their CTI facility
on the Univerity Depot Campus.
2. Technicolor was chosen as the vendor to perform film to 4K transfers.
3. Modified project to add more funding for editing supplies, LTO tape drive
and additional DigitalHIWAY software.
4. Purchased splicer and film editing supplies.
5. UConn Principal Investigator and UConn researcher attended the 2010
National Association of Broadcasters Convention, in Las Vegas, NV, on April
10-16, 2010, to gain hands-on knowledge of the 3D cameras.
6. Images from all 81 reels of film, shipped in February 2010, were scanned
and saved to LTO4 data tapes by Technicolor, NY.
7. The LTO tapes were shipped to UConn. Two tapes were rejected due to
general tape failure. Technicolor has agreed to provide the images on new
tapes.
8. Overall image quality was reviewed and approved by UConn and ConnDOT.
9. UConn staff extracted the .dpx full resolution digital images to external
hard drives. Final jpeg compression is being determined by UConn, ConnDOT
and the DigitalHIWAY software developer.
10. Delivered initial JPEGs to DigitalHIWAY developer.
11. A 3D component was added to the project via project and budget
modification. The project is providing funds for a portable 3D HD camera
system for one photolog van as a test platform. To learn more about 3D,
the project team visited ESPN Studios in Bristol, CT, on June 3, 2010, and
were given an in-depth tour of all facilities , along with a lenghty 3D
discussion with ESPN’s technical team.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-2261
CASE: Design/Build, A Transportation Project Methodology
for Connecticut’s Consideration
46
OBJECTIVE(S)
The objective of this study was to conduct a literature review to
identify how ConnDOT’s use of design-build contracting methodology may
benefit the State of Connecticut.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started: - May 16, 2009
Project Status: - Active
Work Done: - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Several CASE Study Committee meetings were held throughout the
project:
― July 30, 2009: This meeting was an introductory session to
introduce the Study Committee to the project and to secure
their input on the draft project scope.
― September 16, 2009: This meeting included two guest speakers:
Bruce Bockstael, Chief Architect, CT Department of Public
Works; and, Christine Mizioch, Manager, Design-Build Program,
MassHighway.
― October 15, 2009, and November 20, 2009: Presentations to the
Committee were conducted by guest speakers including: William
Meier, Jr., Director of Special Projects, Lane Construction
Company; Gerald Yakowenko, Contract Administration Group,
Office of Program Administration, FHWA; and, Bradley Mallory,
Chief Operating Officer, Michael Baker Corporation, and
formerly Commissioner of PennDOT. The purpose of these
presentations was to gain insights into the use of design
build contracting from a variety of perspectives.
― February 19, 2010: Presentations to the Committee were
conducted by guest speakers including: Teresa Bruton, PE,
Transportation Program Management, North Carolina Department
of Transportation; Bruce Bergstrom, Vice-President and
Regional Surety Manager, Arch Insurance Group; and, Ray
Oneglia, Vice Chairman of the Board, O & G Industries. The
purpose of these presentations was to gain insights into the
use of design build contracting from a variety of
perspectives. The committee also drafted preliminary study
findings and recommendations and reviewed and provided
comments and suggestions regarding the draft project report.
― May 3, 2010: A final Study Committee meeting was held to
review final draft report. The study report was finalized
based on comments received from study committee.
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2. Meetings with ConnDOT Staff:
― September 2, 2009: A meeting was held on with ConnDOT
management (R. Armstrong, S. Hill, J. Norman, and M. Rolfe)
to provide ConnDOT’s study contacts with an overview of the
project, and for the purpose of discussing current and
design-build contracting methodologies. Issues regarding
design-build implementation for transportation projects
were discussed.
― October 30, 2009 and November 13, 2009: Meetings were held
with ConnDOT staff, respectively from the offices of design
and construction to discuss issues regarding design-build
implementation for transportation projects from their
perspective.
3. Other Meetings/Discussions:
― A meeting was held on March 19, 2010, with UConn capital
project staff. The study manager, CASE staff and two
members of the study committee met with James Bradley,
Associate Vice President architectural and Engineering
Services, UConn to discuss UConn’s experience with Design-
Build projects for the purpose exploring the results of two
design-build dormitory construction projects, as well as
other experience Mr. Bradley has had with other Design-
Build projects.
― Discussions were held with Metro-North, and other transit
agencies regarding their Design-Build experience.
4. State Survey:
― Drafted “state survey” for review by Study Committee.
Drafted criteria for the selection of states that will be
asked to complete the “state survey” to assess design-build
experience of participating states.
― Administered the design-build survey to selected
transportation agencies that was developed by the Study
Management Team with input and review by the Study
Committee. A summary of the survey results is in the
process of being developed, along with follow-up questions
to survey respondents.
― Survey results were incorporated into the study report.
5. Conducted literature review for final report regarding design-
build and design-did-build contracting methods.
― Secured input from the Design Build Institute of America
regarding their 50-state design-build overview and map and
requested example of design-build projects for potential
use as case studies.
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6. Study Report and Briefings
― Developed draft study report for review of the Study
Committee and for their use in developing study findings
and recommendations. The study report was finalized with
input from the study committee and ConnDOT study contacts.
― Study Briefing for ConnDOT staff was conducted on June 1,
2010.
― Study Briefing for ConnDOT Commissioner and senior staff
was conducted on June 9, 2010.
― ConnDOT and FHWA authorized publication of the study
report.
― The study report was approved by the CASE Governing Council
for Public Release on June 10, 2010.
― 150 printed copies and an electronic version of the study
report were delivered to ConnDOT.
REPORT(S)
Jackson, E. and Mahoney, J., “The Design-Build Contracting Methodology
for Transportation Projects: A Review of Practice and Evaluation for
Connecticut Applications,” Report No. CT-2261-F-10-6, June 2010.
Abstract: Two primary contracting methods are used by most state
transportation agencies to design and build infrastructure: design-bid-
build and design-build. Advantages and disadvantages to design-build
and design-bid-build are discussed in this report with respect to
transportation projects in Connecticut. The report focuses on the
challenges that must be overcome to make design-build viable in
Connecticut. The primary conclusion of this study is that ConnDOT
should be able to utilize the DB contracting methodology for design and
construction of transportation-related projects. It is noted that DB
is not entirely new to ConnDOT as the commissioner has the authority to
modify or eliminate the bidding process for emergency declaration
projects. The General Assembly should adopt legislation permitting use
of DB contracting as an option for transportation projects. The
legislation should require ConnDOT to periodically report on its
experience in utilizing DB contracting to the Transportation Committee
and other relevant committees of the Connecticut General Assembly for
the purposes of determining the value and benefits of this method of
contracting to the state and the public.
SPR-2262
Water-Quality Monitoring and Assessment Due to Addition of a Lane on a
Divided Highway in Southeastern Connecticut
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OBJECTIVE(S)
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Connecticut
Department of Transportation (ConnDOT) are in the process of developing
an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the expansion of I-95
between Old Lyme and New London Connecticut.
Federal and state regulations require state transportation agencies
(STAs) to develop an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for each
proposed expansion, rehabilitation or new construction on the highway
infrastructure system. The United States Environmental Protection
Agency (USEPA) requires STAs to evaluate the effects of any highway
construction work on biological and water-related resources in the
waterways and water systems that cross the construction project area.
In the northeast, seasonal variations in chloride levels in waterways
are of particular concern because of the use of deicing agents during
the winter season. ConnDOT has recently adopted (2007-2008) new road
deicing practices to reduce the use of sand for traction control, and
increase the use of anti-icing practices on State roads.
It is necessary to establish baseline levels of chloride concentrations
at the selected site for the I-95 expansion project. The data will be
used to determine the effect the proposed expansion will have on the
water quality of the local hydrological ecosystem. The United States
Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting a 3-yr monitoring program to
determine chloride concentrations and loads from streams associated
with the I-95 project and typical development patterns, and to
understand the chloride dynamics during deicing events, as well as
during base-flow conditions. The USGS study is funded separately
through an FHWA-led study.
The objective of the USGS study is to provide water-quality data and
interpretations to be used in the establishment of baseline water-
quality conditions of the I-95 corridor, including the effects of
upstream land use, and the variations in chloride concentrations during
deicing events as well as during base-flow conditions. Analysis and
monitoring will be used to determine upstream influences, as well as
the influence of I-95 on current water quality. This analysis focuses
primarily on water quality related to road deicing practices.
The objective of this SPR study is to provide resources for technical,
advisory oversight of the USGS study.
ConnDOT has entered into a contract with the Connecticut Academy of
Science and Engineering (CASE) to: 1) conduct a literature review to
identify and establish best practices as pertaining to monitoring and
predicting the impact of deicing salts on the environment (Task A);
and, 2) provide resources for the technical advisory oversight and
guidance of the USGS water quality monitoring project through
participation on ConnDOT’s USGS Project Technical Advisory Committee
(Task B). CASE, in turn, has contracted with the University of
Connecticut (UConn) to undertake primary research and to serve as
principal writer of the study report for Task A with oversight and
guidance from CASE.
ConnDOT, CASE, FHWA, USGS and UConn (through review of the USGS Interim
Report) are among the agencies represented in the project Technical
Advisory Committee.
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PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started: May 8, 2009
Project Status: Active
Work Done: July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
ConnDOT Tasks
1. Attended a project CASE Study Committee Meeting, including
representatives of the Technical Advisory Committee, on August 3,
2009, in Old Lyme, CT.
2. Visited field sites with personnel from the CASE Study Committee
and the project Technical Advisory Committee on August 3, 2009.
3. Reviewed CASE field visit-based recommendations for the USGS
water quality monitoring project.
4. Attended a project Teleconference Meeting with personnel from
FHWA, ConnDOT and USGS to discuss the CASE field visit-based
project recommendations for the USGS water quality monitoring
project on August 13, 2009.
5. Attended a project Technical Advisory Committee Committee Meeting
and CASE Study Committee Meeting, on October 21, 2009, and
February 3, 2010, in Glastonbury, CT.
6. Attended a CASE Study Committee Meeting on March 24, 2010, in
Rocky Hill, CT, to review state survey and CASE draft report,
including preliminary recommendations.
7. Attended a CASE Study Committee Meeting on May 10, 2010, in Rocky
Hill, CT.
8. Attended a meeting between ConnDOT, CASE and UConn personnel, on
June 16, 2010, to discuss the ConnDOT comments on the draft final
report and draft decision tree.
9. Reviewed several versions of the CASE draft final report and
decision tree.
Connecticut Academy of Science (CASE) Tasks
1. Conducted a CASE Study Committee Meeting, including
representatives of the Technical Advisory Committee, on August 3,
2009, in Old Lyme, CT.
2. Visited field sites with personnel from the CASE Study Committee
and the project Technical Advisory Committee on August 3, 2009.
3. Developed and submitted recommendations for the USGS water
quality monitoring project, based on the field visit, to FHWA for
consideration.
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4. Completed background literature review of road salt toxicity and
elevated concentrations due to increased runoff from winter
maintenance practices including: a) toxicity limitations and
regulatory requirements; and, b) respective impacts of Cl-
addition, including secondary effects. The literature review was
linked with the USGS literature review provided by G. Granato
(FHWA – RI).
5. Developed and completed a survey of New England state
transportation agencies and state environmental regulatory
agencies to assess current state of practice regarding regulatory
monitoring.
6. Attended a project Technical Advisory Committee Committee Meeting
and CASE Study Committee Meeting, on October 21, 2009, and
February 3, 2010, in Glastonbury, CT.
7. Conducted a CASE Study Committee Meeting on March 24, 2010, in
Rocky Hill, CT, to review state survey and CASE draft report,
including preliminary recommendations.
8. Conducted a CASE Study Committee Meeting on May 10, 2010, in
Rocky Hill, CT.
9. Attended a meeting between ConnDOT, CASE and UConn personnel, on
June 16, 2010, to discuss the ConnDOT comments on the draft final
report and draft decision tree.
10. Developed several versions of the CASE draft final report and
decision tree in response to comments by the CASE Study
Committee.
11. USGS delay in releasing the USGS I-95 Water Quality monitoring
(WQM) Interim Report will delay release of the CASE study report,
as results of this report should be reviewed by the CASE Study
Management Team and CASE Study Committee to determine if there is
any impact on the Study Committee’s recommendations.
12. The CASE contract with UConn was extended from June 30, 2010, to
August 31, 2010, at no additional cost, to accommodate the delay
in the release of the USGS Interim Report.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-2263
Evaluating the Impacts of Reducing the Number of Hot Mix Asphalt Plant
Testing Acceptance Criteria on Mix Variability
52
OBJECTIVE(S)
The objective of this study is to statistically analyze data collected
by ConnDOT from the 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010 construction seasons to
determine what impact the change in specifications may have on the
variability and overall quality of the mixes being produced.
Furthermore this analysis will allow ConnDOT to evaluate if the changes
to HMA acceptance characteristics need to be revised further.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - May 18, 2009
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Conduct Literature Review.
• Initiated work on literature review.
• Initiated detailed survey of states.
2. Obtained 2007, 2008 and 2009 Construction Data.
• Determined best format to transfer data.
• Initiated process to transfer data. 2007 and 2008 data
have been transferred and are ready for analysis. 2010
data have not been collected yet since the 2010 paving
season is still in process.
3. Conduct Data Analysis.
• Initiated process to analyze data. Data format has been
established and finalized. A database has been
constructed, error checked and preliminary analysis has
been conducted. Final analysis is dependent on 2010 data
yet to be collected.
4. Prepare Interim and Final Report.
• Worked on draft interim report.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-2264
Performance Comparison of PG 64-22 versus PG 64-28 Asphalt in
Hot Mix Asphalt Placed in Connecticut
53
OBJECTIVE(S)
Beginning in 2009, the Connecticut Department of Transportation
(ConnDOT) required Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) suppliers to use PG 64-22 for
all paving projects. This was a change from the previously required
asphalt binder grade of PG 64-28. Connecticut had been using PG 64-28
as the standard asphalt binder grade since the HMA industry converted
to the Superpave grading system in 1997. There are several factors
that have led to this specification change for the 2009 construction
season. These factors include performance, constructability issues,
product availability, material costs and climatic considerations.
The change to the ConnDOT specifications for 2009, which require PG 64-
22 for the entire State of Connecticut, does not meet the 98%
reliability for pavement service temperatures for all of Connecticut.
In 2006, two test sections were constructed using both PG 64-22 and PG
64-28 in Easton and Kent, Connecticut. The test section placed in
Easton started at the intersection of Routes 59 and 25 and went south
on Route 59. The test section in Kent started at the New York border
on Route 341 and headed east. It is important to document the
performance of the pavement using -22° C for the low temperature grade
as compared with pavements containing -28° C asphalt binders. This
documentation is critical in determining whether this specification
change jeopardizes the long-term performance of the pavement. If this
specification change does shorten the pavement’s service life, there
are some significant financial implications that can only be identified
with studying these pavements’ performance over time.
The primary objective of this research is to begin to document the
impact on long-term performance caused by changing from a PG 64-28 to a
PG 64-22. This change is being made throughout the entire State during
the 2009 construction season.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started: May 18, 2009
Project Status: Active
Work Done: July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Establish Technical Advisory Committee (TAC).
• ConnDOT and FHWA have been contacted for recommendations
for the Technical Advisory Committee.
2. Complete Testing of Materials Collected at Time of Construction.
• Testing was completed and the results are currently being
analyzed. The following testing was performed:
Asphalt Binders:
Bending Beam Rheometer (BBR)
Direct Tension (DT)
Dynamic Shear Rheometer (DSR)
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Asphalt Mixtures:
Advanced Pavement Analyzer (APA)
Tensile Strength Ratio (TSR)
Semi-Circular Bending (SCB)
3. Conduct Survey of Region DOT’s for Asphalt Grades Used.
• The list was prepared based on the information found on the
DOTs’ website and their current specifications:
State Asphalt Grades
Connecticut PG 64-22
Maine PG 64-28, PG 58-34
Massachusetts PG 64-28, PG 52-34
New Hampshire PG 58-28, PG 64-28
Rhode Island PG 64-28, PG 58-28, PG 58-34, PG 52-34
Vermont PG 58-28, PG 58-34, PG 64-28, PG 64-34
4. Assemble Documentation of Existing Test Sections.
• The construction relevant data was requested from ConnDOT
and contractor and Team waits for their response.
5. Work with TAC to Establish and Construct Additional Test
Section(s).
• No work on this task has been undertaken in FY10.
6. Perform Field Evaluations of Test Sections.
• Field evaluations of all test sections were performed on
November 23, 2009. The team plans to perform another set
of evaluations in later summer 2010 and collect pavement
core samples at the same time.
7. Investigate Constructability Issues.
• No work on this task was done in FY10.
8. Prepare Interim and Final Report.
• No work on this task was done in FY10.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-2265
Development and Evaluation of a Dual Purpose Bridge Health Monitoring
and Weigh-in-Motion System for a Steel Girder Bridge
55
OBJECTIVE(S)
The primary objective of this project is the exploration and
development of a permanent dual purpose BHM/BWIM system on a short-span
steel-bridge for testing, demonstration and field evaluation of bridge
weigh-in-motion and health monitoring over an extended period of time.
A subsequent objective is to assess and document how the results from a
leveraged BHM/BWIM system can benefit enforcement, bridge health
monitoring and traffic monitoring efforts at federal, state and local
transportation agencies.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started: August 3, 2009
Project Status: Active
Work Done: July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Conducted work on the literature search and technology scan.
2. A field test was conducted on September 15, 2009, to examine the
use of different sensor technologies and identify the amplitude
and frequency ranges present on the structure. Work was
conducted by ConnDOT to provide lane closure, bucket truck and
personnel to access the structure. Data were collected,
processed, and examined to determine the peak strain and
acceleration responses and the corresponding frequency bandwidth
of the measured responses from truck traffic.
3. Work was conducted to identify expert technical advisory counsel.
4. A meeting was held with Mr. Tom Kearney, FHWA Motor Vehicle Size
and Weight, Mr. Stephen J. Cooper, FHWA-CT, and ConnDOT Research
staff to discuss the project preliminary work, project scope and
to visit the test site on September 25, 2009.
5. Work was conducted to review and conduct further analysis from
the data collected at the test site from the November 2008 pilot
test.
6. Work was conducted to train a graduate student on the existing
work, including literature on bridge weigh-in-motion, structural
health monitoring, and MATLAB programs used for BWIM
calculations.
7. Dr. Richard E. Christenson, UConn, presented project-related
information at the UConn Transportation Forum on November 5,
2009. This information was also made available through streaming
media and by follow-up request by ConnDOT Commissioner Joseph F.
Marie and State Representative David McClusky.
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8. Developed research project specific trading card for distribution
at the 2010 Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting in
Washington, DC, in January 2010.
9. Completed and published report from the November 2008 Pilot Study
entitled, “A Non-Intrusive Bridge Weigh-in-Motion System for a
Single Span Steel Girder Bridge Using Only Strain Measurements.”
Report No. CT-2251-3-09-5, under SPR-2251.
10. Work was conducted to design system including:
a. Identification of best possible strain sensor(s) and
accelerometer options for application to bridge monitoring
and weigh-in-motion, based on discussions and meetings with
sensor manufacturer representatives, identified five
sensors for this application, including two alternative
technologies for acceleration and strain measurements,
which allow for the direct comparison of these sensing
technologies.
b. Developed the sensor layout for the specific bridge and
research needs application.
c. Identified necessary signal conditioning and power for the
sensors identified.
d. Developed detailed specifications of data acquisition
equipment and wiring.
11. Met with Mr. Richard Van Allen, ConnDOT Office of Bridge
Maintenance, on March 8, 2010 to discuss plans and request
technical input on the proposed work.
12. Conducted project-related work during the 2010 Transportation
Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting, in Washington, DC,
including:
a. Distribution of project trading cards generally and
specifically during TRB WIM ABJ35(2) meeting on January 10,
2010.
b. Shared project information with representatives at ISWIM
(International Society of Weigh-In-Motion) Board Meeting,
January 12, 2010.
c. Discussed project with Mr. David Huft, South Dakota DOT,
and invited him to join TAC. Mr. Huft has considerable
experience working on Bridge WIM from South Dakota in the
1970s and 1980s.
13. Obtained quotes and conducted purchasing of materials and
equipment needed for monitoring system.
14. Work began to extend the previous nothing-on-the-road approach to
improve the accuracy of speed and axle measurements.
SPR-2265 (continued)
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15. ConnDOT Facilities developed plan for installation of power and
conduit.
16. ConnDOT District I Electrical installed power and network of
conduit at the Meriden Test Bridge.
17. Work was conducted for coordination and documentation of conduit
installation.
18. Anne-Marie H. McDonnell presented project information entitled,
“Dual-Purpose Bridge Health Monitoring and Weigh-in-Motion
System,” at the National Traffic Data Acquisition Conference on
June 24, 2010.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-2266
CASE: Environmental Mitigation Alternatives
58
OBJECTIVE(S)
The objective of this study is to determine whether consolidated
mitigation alternatives such as In-lieu Fee (ILF) and Wetland Banking
(WB) programs are viable options to be implemented in Connecticut.
Specifically, the study focuses on whether the Connecticut Department
of Transportation (ConnDOT) may be able to develop such programs for
their own use.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started: August 16, 2009
Project Status: Active
Work Done: July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Initial project activities were completed including the selection
of the study management team (CT Transportation Institute) and
the formation of the Academy Study Committee. Additionally,
ConnDOT and CTDEP representatives were identified to serve as
technical liaisons throughout the project period.
2. Discussed the current status in Connecticut of Environmental
Mitigation Alternative issues with CT DEP and ConnDOT personnel
prior to 1st Study Committee Meeting
3. Study Committee Meetings:
― October 14, 2009: This meeting provided committee members
with an introduction to the study and plans for the study
process.
― December 2, 2009: This meeting included presentations from
Ruth Ladd, Chief, Policy Analysis and Technical Support
Branch, Regulatory Division, New England District, Army
Corps of Engineers, and Matt Schweisberg, Manager, Wetlands
Protection Program, Office of Ecosystem Protection, New
England Region, U.S. EPA. These presentations provided
information regarding the use of environmental mitigation
alternatives including experiences of other states, and a
discussion of issues particularly as related to
Connecticut. ConnDOT and CT DEP staff also attended.
― April 5, 2010: This meeting included a presentation of
preliminary results of the state survey conducted by the
Study Management Team and an update on progress with the
draft report. Additionally, Kevin Moody, Ecologist, FHWA
Office of Technical Services, Atlanta, Georgia, attended
the meeting and made a presentation on FHWA Environmental
Technical Services Team perspectives.
― June 7, 2010: A final Study Committee meeting was held to
review final draft report. The study report was in the
process of being finalized based on comments received from
study committee as of June 30, 2010.
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4. Conducted a literature review of existing legislation and case
studies from other states to identify: a) states that have
effective wetland banking and in-lieu fee program, and b) what
were and continue to be the challenges in establishing
sustainable programs.
5. Survey:
― Developed a survey to distribute to New England state DOTs
and DEPs to assess current state of practice regarding
wetland banking and in-lieu fees. Survey was reviewed by
CASE Study Committee with comments incorporated.
― Identified state and federal agency contacts to receive the
survey.
6. Study Report
― Developed study report for review of the Study Committee
and for their use in developing study findings and
recommendations. As of June 30, 2010, the study report was
in the process of being finalized.
― A briefing for ConnDOT staff will be conducted following
completion of the report.
― Publication is pending authorization from ConnDOT and FHWA.
REPORT(S)
At the end of June 2010, the study report was in final review by the
CASE study committee, ConnDOT and DEP contacts and the study management
team. The draft report, which is expected to be finalized in August,
2010 indicated that:
ConnDOT is interested in the potential for alternative mitigation
strategies for decreasing costs and improving construction timing while
potentially increasing wetland environmental benefits. To address this
objective, published literature was reviewed concerning mitigation
practices and surveys of other states and potential third parties were
conducted to identify possible solutions. The primary study
recommendation is for ConnDOT to more thoroughly evaluate the cost-
benefits of implementing an ILF EMA program. As significantly less
money is required upfront for an ILF program than that required for a
WB program, it is recommended that an ILF program is the most
appropriate mechanism to provide EMAs in Connecticut, and that ConnDOT
consider developing an ILF program for its transportation projects.
ConnDOT’s decision to develop an ILF program should take into
consideration potential cost savings and user and public relations
benefits for eliminating construction delays associated with more
timely mitigation approval, as well as the increased environmental
benefits of larger, more contiguous mitigation projects. Furthermore,
in Connecticut the regulation of private impacts by municipalities
prevents the private sector from buying into an EMA program.
SPR-2266 (continued)
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Until state law is amended to allow for private participation in an EMA
program, ConnDOT would need to establish an EMA program accounting for
only state impacts, hoping that a successful program will serve to
prompt the General Assembly to update the state’s legal structure
regarding wetland mitigation.
SPR-2267
Evaluation of the Nonnuclear Density Gauge for Quality Control
of Hot-Mix Asphalt
61
OBJECTIVE(S)
The objectives of this project were to evaluate the nonnuclear density
gauge for QC of HMA, and to acquire a better understanding of the
effects of moisture on gauge readings. Strategies for using nonnuclear
gauges within rolling patterns to minimize pavement moisture were
examined.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - July 29, 2009
Project Status - Closed
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. During the first and second quarters of FY10, collected field
data with the nonnuclear gauge. Density readings were taken with
the PQI side-by-side with nuclear density gauges. The PQI’s H2O
Number and Temperature were also recorded for each reading. In
addition, PQI density readings were taken at locations cored for
Dispute Resolution purposes. PQI densities were compared to
laboratory densities determined from cores. PQI measurements
were taken over a broad range of H2O Numbers. Compaction was
also monitored with the PQI, by taking readings immediately
behind paver screeds, and then again at the same locations as the
mat was compacted, after each pass with a roller.
2. During the second quarter of FY10, PQI density measurements were
taken during paving operations on Project 28-197. This project
was located in Colchester and Lebanon on Route 2, and included
SHRP Test Sites 090901, 090902, 090903, 090960, 090961, and
090962. Five (5) cores were drilled at each of the SHRP Test
Sites, and subsequently maximum specific gravities and bulk
specific gravities were measured. From these measurements, the
percent air voids and compaction were determined, and then
compared to PQI densities, which were taken at the core locations
prior to drilling. Nuclear density gauge readings were also
taken at these locations.
3. During the third quarter of FY10, data were analyzed and a final
report was drafted.
4. During the fourth quarter of FY10, completed and published Report
No. CT-2267-F-10-2, “Evaluation of the Nonnuclear Density Gauge
for Quality Control of Hot-Mix Asphalt.” Then, the report was
distributed to ConnDOT officials as outlined in the SP&R Part II
direct distribution procedure.
5. Closed project on April 9, 2010.
REPORT(S)
Henault, J.W., “Evaluation of the Nonnuclear Density Gauge for Quality
Control of Hot-Mix Asphalt,” Report No. CT-2267-F-10-2, April 2010.
SPR-2268
The Use of Polymer Modified Asphalt Binder for High Friction Thin Lift
Overlays in Connecticut
62
OBJECTIVE(S)
The primary objective of this research is to develop a high friction
thin lift (HFTL) surface treatment specification with a polymer
modified asphalt binder (PMAB) that can be placed with conventional
paving equipment. It is planned to construct one pilot test section
using proposed PMAB-HFTL specifications during 2010 construction
season. It would be desirable to place a section of Nova Chip in the
same area for comparison purposes.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started: April 1, 2010
Project Status: Active
Work Done: April 1, 2010 to June 30, 2010
1. Establish Technical Advisory Committee
ConnDOT has been asked to provide recommendations for the Technical
Advisory Committee for this project.
2. Conduct Literature Review
The Research Team has begun the Literature Review for similar
applications.
3. Survey States for their Experience and Specifications for PMAB-HFTL
No work was undertaken on this task in this fiscal year.
4. Interim Report
No work was undertaken on this task in this fiscal year.
5. Construction of Test Section
No work was undertaken on this task in this fiscal year.
6. Testing During Construction
No work was undertaken on this task in this fiscal year.
7. Collection of PMAB-HFTL Materials
No work was undertaken on this task in this fiscal year.
8. Frictional Testing of the Test Section Location
No work was undertaken on this task in this fiscal year.
9. Document Snow and Ice Removal Difficulties
No work was undertaken on this task in this fiscal year.
SPR-2268 (continued)
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10. Final Report
No work was undertaken on this task in this fiscal year.
Problems Encountered:
Given the timing of the letting of construction projects for the
current construction season, it is apparent that the construct of the
test section will not be possible until the 2011 construction season.
Unlike the warm mix project (SPR-2269), the construction of this test
section will incur a cost greater than substituting warm mix for hot
mix asphalt.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-2269
Warm Mix Asphalt Pilot Project Development
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OBJECTIVE(S)
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (ConnDOT) does not have
any experience with warm mix asphalt (WMA). As this technology becomes
ubiquitous, it is quite likely to become the standard method for
producing asphalt pavement materials. It is important for ConnDOT to
gain experience with WMA to verify if the specifications currently in-
place for hot mix asphalt (HMA) will still be appropriate for WMA. It
is also important to place several WMA projects under very controlled
conditions to ensure that there are no problems with the performance of
the WMA over time. The placement under controlled conditions is
critical in order to identify the source of any potential problems that
are encountered and if they are related to the WMA or other factors.
The construction of several pilot projects under controlled conditions
will allow ConnDOT to evaluate the effectiveness of their current
Superpave specifications for WMA. These pilot projects will not
contain any Recycled Asphalt Pavement (RAP). It will also allow
ConnDOT to establish confidence that the use of WMA will not reduce the
service life of the pavements being placed.
The objectives of the research are to develop specification and quality
assurance guidelines for WMA pavement. This research will collect
samples and construction data at the time of placement. This research
will also conduct follow-up condition surveys of the test sections to
determine how they are performing.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started: April 1, 2010
Project Status: Active
Work Done: April 1, 2010 to June 30, 2010
1. Establish Technical Advisory Committee
The research team originally anticipated using the Warm Mix
Subcommittee formed by the Connecticut Aggregate and Asphalt Producers
Association (CAAPA) as the Technical Committee for this project. CAAPA
originally agreed to this request but has since decided against this.
Therefore, the research team is in the process of soliciting names from
ConnDOT of potential members of the Committee.
2. Conduct Literature Review
The research team has begun work on the literature review. As the warm
mix process is being used in more and more locations, the literature
available is growing exponentially. Therefore, the literature review
will need to be updated throughout the life of this project.
SPR-2269 (continued)
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3. Survey Northeastern States for their WMA Experience and
Specifications
The research team has made contact with most of the states in the
region and will be conducting the survey later this summer as many
states are experimenting with warm mix during this construction season.
4. First Interim Report
No work on the interim report was undertaken during this fiscal year.
5. Photologging of Pilot Projects Before Construction
The research team has submitted a request for ConnDOT to photolog the
section of Route 70 that is being proposed as the location of the pilot
project.
6. Construction of the First Pilot Project in Year 2010
The research team, with assistance from ConnDOT and Tilcon Connecticut,
has identified Project #171-349D as the location for the first pilot
project. This is Route 70 in Meriden, CT.
7. Collection of Construction Data on Pilot Projects
No work on this task was undertaken in this fiscal year.
8. Second Interim Report
No work on this task was undertaken in this fiscal year.
9. Construction of the Second Pilot Project in Year 2011
No work on this task was undertaken in this fiscal year.
10. Performance Evaluations of Pilot Projects
No work on this task was undertaken in this fiscal year.
11. Final Report
No work on this task was undertaken in this fiscal year.
Problems Encountered:
The project chosen for the first pilot project is smaller than
described in the project proposal. As the first pilot project is to be
constructed on a previously bid state project, the vendor needed to
volunteer to place the two different types of warm mix asphalt. Tilcon
was the only vendor that volunteered to do this as there will be costs
associated with the additives. This limited the number of potential
projects since Tilcon wanted to produce the mix from their New Britain,
CT, facility.
REPORT(S)
None
SPR-2305
Connecticut Advanced Pavement Laboratory (CAP Lab)
66
OBJECTIVE(S)
1. To provide fee-based testing, for highway pavement materials, utilizing the
SHRP methods.
2. To provide guidance in mix design for private industry.
3. To advise on mix acceptance and field construction.
4. To educate engineers and train technicians and inspectors in the SHRP
methods.
5. To provide research on the SHRP methods.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started – July 12, 1995
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Administration of CAP Lab.
a. Conducted two (2) CAP Lab Advisory Board Meetings.
b. Participated on CAAPA-CT DOT work group to improve HMA pavements.
c. Agreements:
Completed preparation of an Original Memorandum-of –
Understanding [MOU No. MOU-S2305-2-2009-5] to conduct FY10
activities for SPR-2305.
d. Other Administrative Activities:
• Moved the majority of CAP Lab equipment from old building to
new space in the Longley Building. This included the
coordination of the installation of electrical wiring to run
the equipment.
• Conducted informational meetings with Connecticut Legislators,
in January and February 2010, to attempt to preserve bond funds
allocated for CAP Lab renovations.
• Addressed and submitted resolutions for the few deficiencies
identified during the AMRL on-site inspection conducted during
the December 2009 inspection.
Continued to work with the integration of CTI (including CAP
Lab) into the Consortium of Infrastructure and Transportation
Centers. This includes developing a plan to share resources
between the three centers that comprise the Consortium.
SPR-2305 (continued)
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2. Training and Technical Services.
a. Attended the following meetings and conferences:
• Hosted TRB visitor to UConn July 9, 2009, in Storrs, CT.
• Attended joint CT DOT and CAAPA meeting, July 24, 2009, in
Wethersfield, CT.
• Attended meeting with CT DOT’s Pavement Preservation Group and
the Chief Engineer, August 6, 2009, in Newington, CT.
• Attended NETTCP Board of Director’s meeting, September 10,
2009, in Methuen, MA.
• Attended joint CT DOT and CAAPA meeting, September 17, 2009, in
Wethersfield, CT.
• Attended NESMEA/NEAUPG Annual Meeting, October 5-8, 2009, in
Portland, ME.
• Attended joint CT DOT and CAAPA meeting, November 12, 2009, in
Wethersfield, CT.
• Attended meeting with CT DOT’s Pavement Preservation Group and
the Chief Engineer, December 2, 2009, in Newington, CT.
• Attended meeting with CT DOT to discuss the possibility of
developing an equivalent ACI Concrete Technician course for CT
DOT employees only, December 14, 2009, in Rocky Hill, CT.
• Attended meeting to discuss the lab testing of materials
collected from Route 2, February 2, 2010, in Rocky Hill, CT.
• Presented to the CT Legislature’s MORE Commission about
Pavement Preservation, February 22, 2010, In Hartford, CT.
• Attended meeting to discuss the Warm Mix Pilot Project,
February 26, 2010, in Rocky Hill, CT.
• Attended, NEAUPG Steering Committee Meeting, March 23, 2010, in
Rocky Hill, CT.
• Attended meeting with CT DOT’s Pavement Preservation Group,
March 25, 20010, in Newington, CT.
• Attended CAAPA- CT DOT Annual Paving Conference, April 5, 2010,
in Newington, CT.
• Attended NETTCP Board of Directors meeting, May 20, 2010, in
Marlboro, MA.
• Attended TRB webinar on Warm Mix Asphalt, May 24, 2010, in
Rocky Hill, CT.
• Attended, NEAUPG Steering Committee Meeting, March 23, 2010, in
Rocky Hill, CT.
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• Attended New England Materials Engineers meeting, June 17,
2010, in Concord, NH.
b. Conducted the following training:
• Conducted NETTCP Re-Test, on July 28, 2009, in Storrs, CT.
• In conjunction with NEAUPG, organized a training workshop for
the MSCR and Table 3 Asphalt Binders, September 22, 2009, in
Rocky Hill, CT.
• Hosted the CTI Research Forum, November 5, 2009, in Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP PG Binder Re-Certification, December 2-3, 2009
in Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP Soils and Aggregate Lab Technician
Certification, January 19-22, 2010, in Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP HMA Plant Technician Re-Certification, January
27-29, 2010, in Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP Soils and Aggregate Inspector,
Recertification, February 4-5, 2010, in Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP HMA Plant Technician Certification, February
22-26, 2010, in Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP Soils and Aggregate Inspector, March 1-3,
2010, in Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP PG Binder Technician Re-Certification, April
26-27, 2010, in Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP PG Binder Technician Certification, April 28-
30, 2010, in Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP PG Binder Technician Re-Certification, May 3-
4, 2010, in State College, PA.
• Conducted NETTCP PG Binder Technician Certification, May 5-7,
2010, in State College, PA.
• Conducted NETTCP Soils and Aggregate Inspector Certification,
May 11-13, 2010, in Storrs, CT.
c. Provided the following technical services to ConnDOT and others
(where noted):
• Completed freeze-thaw testing of concrete containing “white”
sand and standard sand. A draft report of the findings is
being drafted.
• Reviewed comments regarding the core correlation procedure and
provided feedback.
• Completed report on Freeze-Thaw Durability of Portland cement
concrete made with dolomitic sand.
SPR-2305 (continued)
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• Coordinated with CT DOT the collection of field samples from
the Route 2 close out of the LTPP sections. Also, began
developing a testing matrix for the samples collected from
Route 2.
• Packaged and shipped 39 cores from the Route 2 close out of the
LTPP sections to FHWA’s Turner Fairbank facility.
• Developed proposal for conducting a concrete technician
certification program for CT DOT that would be equivalent to
the ACI Field Technician Grade 1.
• Prepared HMA specimens using the beam compactor that contain
dolomitic white sand as well as control samples that utilize
natural sand in lieu of the white sand. The specimens are
currently undergoing freeze-thaw testing to check their
durability. There is no standard for conducting this testing,
so the results will be qualitative.
• Developed proposal for conducting a pooled fund project for the
purchase of asphalt binder equipment.
• A proposal for the testing of the Route 2 cores was submitted
to CT DOT for review.
3. Round Robin Testing.
a. Continued participation in the AMRL Proficiency Samples, as
applicable.
4. Conduct research to improve Superpave Technology.
a. Submitted draft report on the TSR round robin conducted for review by
ConnDOT.
5. Develop HMA Designs.
a. Completed two Superpave mix designs for JSL Asphalt.
6. Provide Independent Test Results and Independent Assurance Testing.
a. Conducted asphalt binder testing for samples submitted by VHB, Inc.
b. Conducted aggregate testing for American Industries and Killingly
Asphalt.
c. Conducted asphalt binder testing for asphalt binder sample submitted
from ATC Associates in Massachusetts
d. Conducted aggregate testing/TSR testing for AEN, American Industries
and Killingly Asphalt.
e. Conducted asphalt binder testing for asphalt binder sample submitted
from ATC Associates in Massachusetts.
SPR-2305 (continued)
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REPORT(S)
Dougan, C.E., “Strategic Plan for the Connecticut Advanced Pavement Laboratory,”
January 1998.
Mahoney, J.M. and Stephens, J.E., “Comparison of AASHTO Moisture Sensitivity Test
(T-283) with Connecticut Department of Transportation Modified Test Method –
Final Report,” Cap Lab Report No. CAPLAB 99-1, August 1999.
Mahoney, J.M. and Stephens, J.E., “Connecticut Superpave Gyratory Round Robin –
2003, Final Report,” Cap Lab Report No. CAPLAB 1-2003, April 2003.
O’Brien, C.T., Mahoney J. M. and Zinke, S., “An Evaluation of the Direct Tension
Test for Asphalt Binders in the Northeast – Final Report”, ConnDOT Report No. CT-
2305-1-06-7, Cap Lab Report No. CAPLAB 1-2006, June 1, 2006.
Zinke, S. and Mahoney, J.M., “Connecticut Superpave Gyratory Round Robin 2006 –
Final Report”, Cap Lab Report No. CAPLAB 2-2006, December 1, 2006.
Zinke, S. and Mahoney, J. M., “Evaluation of Laboratory Freeze-Thaw Performance
Testing of a Dolomitic Marble Sand ‘White Sand’ for Use in a Structural Portland
Cement Concrete,” CAP Lab Report No. 7-2009, December 16, 2009.
PROJECT-RELATED WEB SITE(S)
http://www.caplab.uconn.edu
http://www.neaupg.uconn.edu
http://www.nesmea.uconn.edu
ConnDOT Web Site:
http://www.ct.gov/dot/research
SPR-2306
Installation and Evaluation of a Weigh-In-Motion System
Utilizing Quartz-Piezo Sensor Technology
71
OBJECTIVE(S)
The objective of this study is to install a Quartz-Piezo based WIM System, and to
determine sensor survivability, accuracy and reliability under actual traffic
conditions in Connecticut’s environment.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started – October 1, 1997
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Conducted work as part of SPR-2108, LTPP Activities in Connecticut.
2. Conducted work in preparation of pavement resurfacing under ConnDOT
Construction Project 28-107 including:
a. Disconnected all sensors and recorded final output readings.
b. Removed all electronics from cabinet.
c. Contacted several states for input regarding Quartz Piezoelectric
Weigh-in-Motion system specifications.
d. Drafted specifications for WIM system replacement.
e. Worked with ConnDOT Highway Design on items for sensor removal.
f. Contacted sensor vendor to determine if there was a value in forensic
testing of the sensors.
g. Met with construction staff at site and reviewed system questions.
Provided sample sensor for communications about sensor removal with
paving contractor.
h. Sought input on sensor configuration options from other states and
experts in the field of vehicle dynamics.
i. Documented removal of sensors.
3. Reviewed summary sensor output readings plotted by cooperative education
intern.
4. Provided information on the project, upon request. Information included
providing technical input to ConnDOT Highway Design for application of WIM
systems, based on experience from SPR-2306.
SPR-2306 (continued)
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REPORT(S)
McDonnell, A.H., “Preliminary Report on the Installation and Evaluation of Weigh-
In-Motion Utilizing Quartz-Piezo Sensor Technology,” Report No. 2306-1-98-3, June
1998.
Larsen, D.A. and McDonnell, A.H., “Second Interim Report on the Installation and
Evaluation of Weigh-In-Motion Utilizing Quartz-Piezo Sensor Technology,” Report
No. 2306-2-99-7, November 1999.
McDonnell, A.H., “Evaluation of Quartz-Piezoelectric WIM Sensors: Second Year
Study, North American Travel Monitoring Exhibition and Conference (NATMEC) 2000,
August 2000.
McDonnell, A.H., “Evaluation of a Weigh-In-Motion System Utilizing Quartz-
Piezoelectric Sensor Technology,” Pre-Proceedings of the Third International
Conference on Weigh-In-Motion (ICWIM3), May 2002.
PART B
Non-SPR Funded Projects
R.P. 175-116 #44
Performance Monitoring of Superpave Pavements at Project 83-220
73
OBJECTIVE(S)
To monitor and compare the condition and performance of Superpave mixes using PG
64-28 and PG 76-22 asphalts on highway ramps between I-95 and Woodmont Road in
Milford.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - July 1, 2003
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Project delayed due to staff reductions.
NOTE: These ramps were originally paved for comparison with whitetopping,
however, the whitetopping was not placed under project 83-220.
REPORT(S)
None
R.P. 175-116 #45
Investigate Durability and Longevity of Inductive Loops for Traffic Detection
74
OBJECTIVE(S)
To investigate the durability and longevity of inductive loops for traffic
detection in Connecticut.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started – June 1, 2005
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Gathered information, as encountered.
2. Project delayed due to staff reductions.
REPORT(S)
None
PART C
Operational Tasks
SPR-1271
Technology Transfer Center
http://www.t2center.uconn.edu/
75
OBJECTIVES
1. Expand and enhance existing efforts of ConnDOT and UConn in transferring
highway and transportation technology to local agencies.
2. Improve communication on technical transportation issues between Federal,
State, Local and Technology Transfer Center organizations.
3. Encourage implementation of effective highway and transportation procedures
and technology at the local level.
4. Compile and disseminate the experience of the selected participants to
further optimize the technology transfer program for all concerned parties.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - July 1, 1983
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. The Center held three (3) Advisory Committee Meetings during the fiscal
year.
2. The mailing list for the Center's Technology Newsletter was updated and
increased from 4,343, at the start of the fiscal year, to 4,347, at the end
of the fiscal year.
3. Four (4) newsletters have been published during the fiscal year.
4. Presented seventy-two (72) workshops, demonstrations, seminars, conferences
and/or short courses on forty-five (45) subjects of interest to local
agencies. Approximately 2,490 individuals attended the workshops. The
workshops, demonstrations and/or short courses were:
TITLE DATE LOCATION
a. Traffic Calming July 7, 2009 Farmington, CT
b. Effective Communication Skills:
Level I July 14, 2009
July 15, 2009
July 16, 2009
Burlington, CT
Colchester, CT
Bethel, CT
c. Creating a Culture of
Professionalism in Public Works
(Roundtable Discussion)
July 17, 2009 Hartford, CT
d. Surveying Methods for Local
Roads July 21, 2009
July 22, 2009 Storrs, CT
Storrs, CT
e. ATSSA Flagger Certification
Training (Custom) July 21, 2009
July 23, 2009
May 6, 2010
New Canaan, CT
New Canaan, CT
Woodstock, CT
f. Competent Person (Custom) July 22, 2009 Ellington, CT
g. Superpave for Municipalities August 4, 2009
August 5, 2009 Torington, CT
East Lyme, CT
SPR-1271 (continued)
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TITLE DATE LOCATION
h. Principles of Drainage for Local
Roads August 11, 2009
August 12, 2009
August 13, 2009
New Canaan, CT
Farmington, CT
Storrs, CT
i. Maintaining Traffic Sign
Retroreflectivity August 19, 2009
August 20, 2009 Rocky Hill, CT
East Lyme, CT
j. Where & When to Use Signs,
Signals and Markings August 24, 2009
August 25, 2009 Danbury, CT
Windsor, CT
k. Chainsaw Safety & Operations
During Storm Clean-Up September 1, 2009
September 3, 2009 Willington, CT
Willington, CT
l. Pavement Preservation Management September 30, 2009 Glastonbury, CT
m. The Effect of Winter Operations
on Municipal Fleets: A
Mechanics’ Roundtable Discussion
October 7, 2009 Cheshire, CT
n. Backhoe Training (Custom) October 19, 2009
October 22, 2009
October 23, 2009
New Canaan, CT
New Canaan, CT
New Canaan, CT
o. Front-End Loader – Train the
Trainer, October 20-21, 2009 South Windsor,
CT
p. Fleet Safety Best Practices October 21, 2009
October 22, 2009 Burlington, CT
Storrs, CT
q. Work Zone Safety (Custom) October 22, 2009 East Hartford,
CT
r. Complete Streets: Planning
Safer Communities for
Pedestrians and Bicyclists
October 23, 2009 Newington, CT
s. Flagger Certification Training
(Custom) October 28, 2009 Monroe, CT
t. The Role of Public Works in
Emergency Response: What is
Happening in Connecticut? A
Roundtable Discussion,
November 3, 2009 Rocky Hill, CT
u. Sign Retroreflectivity Webinar November 17, 2009 Storrs, CT
v. Implementing Low Impact
Development in Your Community November 19, 2009 Glastonbury, CT
w. Statewide Public Works Education
Summit December 4, 2009 Storrs, CT
x. Pavement Coffee Break (Special
Event) December 11, 2009 Storrs, CT
y. Assessing Materials and Methods
- 2010 Winter Operations Online
Training Series
January 19, 2010 Storrs, CT
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TITLE DATE LOCATION
z. Winter Operations Audits - 2010
Winter Operations Online
Training Series
February 8, 2010 Storrs, CT
aa. Sustainable Winter Operations:
Anti-Icing, Pre-Wetting, and
Best Practices - 2010 Winter
Operations Online Training
Series
February 18, 2010 Storrs, CT
bb. DEMHS Region 4, After the Storm:
Dangerous Trees, Critical
Thinking and Making Them Safe
(Custom)
March 10,2010
March 11, 2010
March 12,2010
March 15, 2010
March 16, 2010
Griswold, CT
Colchester, CT
Groton, CT
Woodstock, CT
Willington, CT
cc. Safe and Effective Use of CT Law
Enforcement Personnel in Work
Zones
March 24, 2010 Farmington, CT
dd. On the Job Safety and OSHA
Regulations March 29,2010
March 31,2010 Colchester, CT
Burlington, CT
ee. DEMHS Region 4, Operational
Safety for Public Works
Emergency Responders (Custom),
April 13, 2010
April 14, 2010
April 27, 2010
April 28, 2010
April 29, 2010
Canterbury, CT
Woodstock, CT
Lebanon, CT
Coventry, CT
East Lyme, CT
ff. ATSSA Flagger Certification
Training April 20, 2010
April 22, 2010 Storrs, CT
Morris, CT
gg. The Public Works Budget: How to
Build It, How to Sell It April 21, 2010 Colchester, CT
hh. Public Works Academy, Session 1:
Professionalism in Public Works
/ Communication Skills
May 5, 2010 Storrs, CT
ii. Public Works Academy, Session 2:
Road Fundamentals May 12, 2010 Storrs, CT
jj. Effective Communication Skills -
Level II May 18, 2010
May 19, 2010 Lebanon, CT
Bethel, CT
kk. Public Works Academy, Session 3:
Operational Safety for Public
Works
May 19, 2010 Storrs, CT
ll. Public Works Academy, Session 4:
ATSSA Flagger Certification /
Work Zone Safety
May 26, 2010 Storrs, CT
mm. Public Works Academy, Session 5:
Chainsaw Safety June 2, 2010 Storrs, CT
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TITLE DATE LOCATION
nn. Public Works Academy, Session 6:
Safe Operation of a Snow Plow /
Winter Operations (Including
Sander Calibration)
June 9, 2010 Storrs, CT
oo. Risk Management June 9, 2010
June 10, 2010 East Lyme, CT
Burlington, CT
pp. Basics of a Good Road June 22, 2010
June 23, 2010
June 29, 2010
Thomaston, CT
East Lyme, CT
Windsor, CT
qq. Mechanics’ Roundtable: 2010
Emissions Update June 24, 2010 Cheshire, CT
rr. Developing a Culture of Safety
in Your Department: A
Roundtable Discussion
June 30, 2010 Glastonbury, CT
5. The Center was represented at the following meetings, conferences,
workshops, demonstrations, seminars and/or short courses, related to new
technologies, program development, staff development and program
administration:
TITLE DATE LOCATION
a. Transportation Research Board
(TRB) Visitor at the University
of Connecticut (UConn)
July 9, 2009 Storrs, CT
b. Course Development Meeting for
CT APA Partnership Courses July 9, 2009 Storrs, CT
c. 2009 Technology Transfer Center
Expo Planning Committee Meeting July 20, 2009 Storrs, CT
d. Meeting with the Tree Warden’s
Association Board of Directors July 23, 2009 Storrs, CT
e. 2009 National LTAP/TTAP
Conference July 27-31, 2009 Pittsburgh, PA
f. New Hire Training Work Group
Meeting August 21, 2009 Storrs, CT
g. Streaming Video Presentation of
Maintaining Traffic Sign
Retroreflectivity Program
August 26, 2009 Rocky Huill, CT
h. RESF#3 Emergency Response
Committee Meeting August 27, 2009 Storrs, CT
i. DEMHS Special Funding
Information Meeting September 1, 2009 Colchester, CT
j. ARTBA Reauthorization Meeting
via Webinar September 2, 2009 Storrs, CT
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TITLE DATE LOCATION
k. Connecticut Department of
Transportation (ConnDOT) Roadway
Departure Committee Meeting
September 9, 2009
December 3, 2009 Newington, CT
Newington, CT
l. Connecticut Interlocal Risk
Management Agency (CIRMA)
Defensive Driving Course and
Instructor Review
September 10, 2009 East Hartford,
CT
m. 2009 Technology Transfer Expo September 16, 2009 Storrs, CT
TITLE DATE LOCATION
n. Project Development Meeting for
Connecticut Department of
Environmental Protection (DEP)
Stormwater Training Project
September 22, 2009 Hartford, CT
o. Technology Transfer (T2) Center
Advisory Committee Meeting September 23, 2009
December 2, 2009
March 17, 2010
June 16, 2010
Storrs, CT
Storrs, CT
Waterford, CT
East Lyme, CT
p. Preview of Public Works
Budgeting Workshop September 24, 2009 Northampton, CT
q. Online Education Conference September 25, 2009 Storrs, CT
r. Connecticut Tree Wardens
Association Emergency Debris
Management Seminar
September 29, 2009 West Hartford,
CT
s. Connecticut Council of
Municipalities 2009 Convention October 8, 2009 Hartford, CT
t. Fleet Safety Training
Instruction October 21, 2009
October 22, 2009 Burlington, CT
Storrs, CT
u. 2009 Connecticut Construction
Career Day Planning Meeting October 27, 2009 Rocky Hill, CT
v. 2009 Technology Transfer Center
Graduation and Award Ceremony October 29, 2009 Storrs, CT
w. 2010 Connecticut Technology
Transfer (CT) Center Planning
Retreat
November 4, 2009 Storrs, CT
x. Connecticut Transportation
Institute (CTI) Transportation
Research Forum
November 5, 2009 Storrs, CT
y. Connecticut Department of
Transportation (ConnDOT) Debris
Management Conference
November 13, 2009 Newington, CT
z. Connecticut Advanced Pavement
Laboratory (CAP Lab) Advisory
Committee Meeting
November 17, 2009 Storrs, CT
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TITLE DATE LOCATION
aa. Flagger Techniques Streaming
Video Production November 20, 2009 Rocky Hill, CT
bb. HRRP Meeting with ConnDOT/FHWA December 3, 2009 Newington, CT
cc. New Directors Orientation – New
Hampshire Local Technical
Assistnace Program (LTAP) Center
December 9-10, 2009 Durham, NH
dd. Lessons Learned from the Paving
Season December 11, 2009 Storrs, CT
ee. Meeting with the University of
Connecticut (UConn) Web Designer
to discuss the Connecticut
Technology Transfer (T2) Center
Web Redesign
December 31, 2009 Storrs, CT
ff. Curriculum Meeting for Public
Works Academy January 4, 2010 Storrs, CT
gg. Work Zone Safety Council Meeting January 7, 2010 Newington, CT
hh. American Public Works Academy
(APWA) Education Committee
Meeting
January 15, 2010 Rocky Hill, CT
ii. Curriculum Development Meeting
for “Safe and Effective Use of
Law Enforcement Personnel in
Connecticut Work Zones”
January 21, 2010 Waterford, CT
jj. Meeting with Senator Joan
Hartley January 25, 2010 Hartford, CT
kk. Connecticut Interlocal Risk
Management Agency (CIRMA) Annual
Meeting
January 28, 2010 Rocky Hill, CT
ll. Connecticut Interlocal Risk
Management Agency (CIRMA) Risk
Control Advisory Meeting
February 3, 2010 Middletown, CT
mm. Transportation Security
Committee Meeting February 9, 2010 Newington, CT
nn. New England American Public
Works Academy (APWA) Board of
Directors Meeting
February 17, 2010 Worcester, MA
oo. Meeting To Preview FirstNet On-
Line Education System with
Connecticut Occupational, Safety
and Health Association
(ConnOSHA) and Connecticut
Interlocal Risk Management
Agency (CIRMA)
February 19, 2010 Wethersfield, CT
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TITLE DATE LOCATION
pp. Transportation Leadership
Program Work Group Meeting February 24, 2010 Storrs, CT
qq. Connecticut Training and
Development Network (CTDN)
Monthly Meeting
March 5, 2010
May 14, 2010 Hartford, CT
Wethersfield, CT
rr. 2010 Connecticut Paving
Conference April 5, 2010 Newington, CT
ss. 2010 CASHO Equipment Show May 13, 2010 Wallingford, CT
tt. CIRMA Risk Control Awards
Ceremony May 21, 2010 Rocky Hill, CT
uu. 2010 LTAP Region One Meeting May 24-26, 2010 Quechee, VT
vv. Streaming Video Taping Session
with ConnDOT Research June 15, 2010 Rocky Hill, CT
6. Responded to 105 requests from people from local government agencies,
Universities, State government agencies, federal government agencies,
consultants, contractors, and private citizens, for Information
Services/Technical Assistance and publications/videotapes/software.
7. Provided 40 publications, 3 software packages, 1 traffic monitoring
equipment systems, 2 Safety Town kits, 61 processed traffic monitoring
reports, 1 ball bank indicators, 3 technical assistance, 1 field
assistance, 10 verbal information dissemination and 4 web references, in
response to these requests. In addition, 6,086 publications and software
packages were distributed at training programs, trade shows and
conferences.
8. The Technology Transfer Circuit Rider Program provided the following
services: None.
9. Agreements: None.
10. The 2009 Connecticut Construction Career Days were cancelled due to funding
restrictions.
11. The 2009 Technology Transfer Expo was held on September 16, 2009, in
Storrs, CT. 500 individuals were in attendance.
12. The 2009 Road Master/Road Scholar/Legal Traffic Authority Graduation
Ceremony was held on October 29, 2009, in Storrs, CT. 135 individuals were
in attendance.
13. Connecticut Transportation Institute (CTI) researchers continued their task
of developing ways to aid in the implementation of ConnDOT sponsored
research results on a local and national level.
14. Developed and launched the new Connecticut Public Works Academy Program.
15. Developed the new Connecticut Transportation Leadership Program, which will
be launched in the Fall of 2010.
16. Developed public works training programs geared toward emergency response.
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17. Developed and introduced a series of Technical and Safety Briefs, which
will be posted on the Technology Transfer (T2) Center website.
18. Redesigned the Technology Transfer (T2) Center website. The new website
can be found at : www.T2center.uconn.edu.
SPR-1417
Pavement Friction Testing and Safety Evaluation Services
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OBJECTIVE(S)
To provide friction testing and roadway safety evaluation services to ConnDOT
Offices and Connecticut municipalities upon request, in order to ensure that all
roadway surfaces owned or maintained by this Department provide an acceptable
level of surface friction.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - July 1, 1990
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. During the first quarter of FY10, prepared for and provided a presentation
of the Connecticut Pavement Friction Testing Program at the Rocky Hill Lab
to colleagues from ConnDOT’s Traffic Engineering, Pavement Management,
Maintenance, Materials Testing and Research. In addition, over fifty
internet viewers tuned in via the Lab’s streaming media facilities. These
viewers tuned in from Universities and State Highway Agencies, including
FHWA, from around the country, as well as Canada. The presentation was
part of an effort to disseminate research findings of Transportation Pooled
Fund Study TPF-5(141), “Pavement Surface Properties Consortium: A Research
Program,” for which Connecticut is a participant. Dr. Gerardo Flintsch,
the PI for the study, was the keynote speaker. Further details of the
pooled-fund study are available at
http://www.pooledfund.org/projectdetails.asp?id=371&status=4.
2. Planned for and brought the pavement friction tester to the Evaluation and
Field Test Center for Skid Measurement Systems (EFTC) in East Liberty, Ohio
for calibration and evaluation services during the period from October 12,
2009 to October 23, 2009.
3. Calibrated the pavement texture sensor as per the Dynatest 1295 Pavement
Friction Tester Operation Manual at the Rocky Hill Lab upon return from
above trip to Ohio.
4. Performed friction testing at approximately fourteen (14) locations in
response to requests from various ConnDOT units.
5. Measured pavement texture during friction testing to provide data for SP&R
Research Study SPR-2243, “Enhancements to ConnDOT’s Pavement Friction
Testing Program.”
6. In the fourth quarter of FY10, participated in an equipment roundup for
Transportation Pooled Fund Study TPF-5(141), Pavement Surface Properties
Consortium: A Research Program at Virginia’s Smart Road in Blacksburg, VA.
REPORT(S)
None
(Memoranda containing friction test results were provided to requesting parties.)
Connecticut Cooperative Transportation Research Program (CCTRP)
with the
University of Connecticut
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In 1962, the Connecticut State Legislature established a continuing joint highway
research program between the Connecticut Department of Transportation (ConnDOT)
and the state’s Land Grant University, the University of Connecticut (UConn).
Section 13a-256 of the General Statutes, as amended, provides for continuing
funding of this research program. The continuing agreement between ConnDOT and
UConn created the eight-member Joint Highway Research Advisory Council (JHRAC or
Council) with complete authority over the research program. The Council consists
of four members designated by the Commissioner of Transportation and four members
designated by the President of the University of Connecticut.
Under Connecticut Pubic Act 768, the state legislature created the multimodal
Department of Transportation on October 1, 1969. The Department brought together
the former Department of Highways (established in 1895), the Department of
Aeronautics (established in 1927), the Connecticut Transportation Authority
(established 1963), and the Commission of Steamship Terminals (established 1911).
The legislature established goals for the Department, to integrate the overall
transportation needs of the estate with elements of public safety, service, and
convenience.
TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH GOALS
The governing Council of the CCTRP developed new goals for the cooperative
research program with the University of Connecticut that reflected the multimodal
mission of the newly created Department of Transportation. The following goals
were formally adopted by Council on September 19, 1972 and are still in effect
today.
Whereas the State of Connecticut is committed to create, maintain and
operate a viable, safe and economical, transportation system in the State,
and, whereas the Joint Highway Research Advisory Council is authorized,
under the “Agreement for a Continuing Cooperative Highway Research Program
to be undertaken by the Connecticut Highway Department and the University
of Connecticut,” to provide technical facilities and professional services
to accomplish this commitment; the Council adopts the following goals:
1. To improve and facilitate the movement of goods and services on
the state system.
2. To introduce improved materials and methods of operation for
the design, construction, maintenance, and management of the
state system.
3. To increase the safety and convenience of the state system for
the people of this state.
4. To minimize any undesirable environmental impact of existing
and proposed transportation facilities on adjacent properties
and communities.
Identifying, evaluating and researching transportation related problems
shall achieve these goals. The results of various research projects are to
be disseminated and implemented to effect beneficial changes in the State
Transportation System.
Connecticut Cooperative Transportation Research Program (CCTRP) (continued)
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PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - July 9, 1962
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Because of fiscal constraints in the State, the future of the CCTRP is
jeopardized by a loss of funding for the governing Council within the State
budget for the biennium, FY10 and FY11.
2. All of the funds provided to the ‘Council’ flow to the University of
Connecticut to reimburse expenses for research. The University of
Connecticut reported that CCTRP was supporting 20 percent of its Civil and
Environmental Engineering graduate students prior to the budget cut.
3. The JHRAC council decided to formally change the name of the research
program from Connecticut Cooperative Highway Research Program (CCHRP) to
Connecticut Cooperative Transportation Research Program (CCTRP). The name
change reflects the multimodal focus of the program, although the program
has been multimodal since 1972.
4. The JHRAC council decided to develop and implement a two-year Research Work
Plan for FY10 and FY11 to complete research projects initiated in prior
years. Funding for the two-year Work Plan is provided through “buffer”
funding, a reserve that was established and maintained for the last several
years.
5. If the State legislature does not restore funding for FY12, this
collaborative multi-modal transportation research program with the
University of Connecticut will likely end on its 60th anniversary.
6. Projects, funded under the two-year (FY10-FY11) Work Plan are listed in
PART O, “Listing of Connecticut Cooperative Transportation Research Program
(CCTRP) Projects,” of this publication. In addition, a link to the work
program document appears under the reports section, below.
REPORT(S)
2009-2011 CCTRP/JHRAC Work Program
http://www.ct.gov/dot/LIB/dot/documents/dresearch/JH_09-11_WP.pdf
Listed in Council’s most recent annual ‘Summary of Activities’ publication at
http://www.ct.gov/dot/LIB/dot/documents/dresearch/CCTRP_summ_act.pdf.
Research reports, 1953-present, are available online through an UConn Web site
(http://www.cti.uconn.edu/chwrp/completedprojects.php) and the National
Transportation Library (http://ntl.bts.gov).
Council policies and procedures governing the program are at
http://www.ct.gov/dot/LIB/dot/documents/dresearch/jhrac.pdf.
UConn maintains an informational Web site for the Connecticut Cooperative
Transportation Research Program through its Connecticut Transportation Institute,
http://www.cti.uconn.edu/chwrp. You may freely view the site to learn about
transportation research conducted under this research program.
R.P. 175-211
Evaluation of New Products, Materials and Processes
http://www.ct.gov/dot/gpl
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OBJECTIVE(S)
The Department shall, through research, assure that new and innovative materials,
products and methods which offer cost-effective improvements and solutions to
Department needs or problems are evaluated for merit.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - July 1969
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. Product evaluation efforts continued during FY10. Product Evaluation forms
were sent out in response to inquiries for 70 products. Sixty-five (65)
products were submitted for review. Three meetings of the Research Liaison
Committee were held during FY10 in order to review new products.
2. Continued liaison with industrial representatives. Attended demonstrations,
meetings and PowerPoint presentations concerning new products, materials and
methods.
3. Replied to product inquiries, ballots, surveys from Federal and State
Agencies.
4. Assembled information on new products for presentation to the Research
Liaison Committee. Kept product files for reference purposes.
5. The ConnPED database is up and running and beta testing of the application
is being done to test features such as data entry and queries.
6. Continued incorporating final draft review comments for SPR-2239 (Phase 1B),
Connecticut Product Evaluation Database (ConnPED) final report.
7. Updated, revised and published the 2010 “Qualified Product List (QPL) for
Connecticut Department of Transportation Projects” for current availability
via internet or e-mail PDF distribution.
8. The PDF or electronic version of the 2010 “Qualified Product List (QPL) for
Connecticut Department of Transportation Projects” is located at
http://www.ct.gov/dot/qpl. Revisions and updates are posted quarterly.
9. Arranged for laboratory and field investigations, ADA truncated domes, high
friction surface treatments, traffic safety items, bridge expansion joints
and various maintenance items.
10. Participation continued in AASHTO’s (APEL) Approved Product Evaluation
Listing national web site. APEL aided by providing product information
status from the other state DOTs. ConnDOT utilized this information
regularly for product evaluation reviews.
11. Attended the 2010 National Transportation Product Evaluation Program (NTPEP)
National Meeting, which was held May 10-14, 2010, in Orlando, FL.
12. Work with ConnDOT IT to develop system enhancements for the Connecticut
Product Evaluation Database (ConnPED) to address needs of the Department,
such as additional querying and report generation.
R.P. 175-211 (continued)
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13. Work with ConnDOT IT to develop system documentation for the Connecticut
Product Evaluation Database (ConnPED) running on Oracle server (dot-
sdcdbs40) in Bureau of Policy and Planning.
REPORT(S)
Research Liaison Committee, “Product Use Status Lists for Connecticut Department
of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-1-92-10, June 1992.
Research Liaison Committee, "Product Use Status Lists for Connecticut Department
of Transportation Projects," Report No. 211-2-94-7, May 1994.
Research Liaison Committee, “Product Use Status Lists for Connecticut Department
of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-3-95-6, August 1995.
Research Liaison Committee, “Product Use Status Lists for Connecticut Department
of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-4-96-9, June 1996.
Research Liaison Committee, "Product Use Status Lists for Connecticut Department
of Transportation Projects," Report No. 211-5-97-3, June 1997.
Research Liaison Committee, “Product Use Status Lists for Connecticut Department
of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-6-98-5, June 1998.
Research Liaison Committee, “Product Status Lists for Connecticut Department of
Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-7-99-4, March 1999.
Research Liaison Committee, “Product Status Lists for Connecticut Department of
Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-8-00-2, July 2000.
Research Liaison Committee, “Product Status Lists for Connecticut Department of
Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-9-01-8, August 2001.
Research Liaison Committee, “Product Status Lists for Connecticut Department of
Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-10-02-3, August 2002.
Research Liaison Committee, ““Qualified Product List (QPL) for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-11-03-8, September
2003.
Research Liaison Committee, “Product Status Lists for Connecticut Department of
Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-12-04-4, April 2004.
Research Liaison Committee, “Qualified Product List (QPL) for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-13-05-9, September
2005.
Research Liaison Committee, “Qualified Product List (QPL) for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-13-05-9, September
2005, Revised October 17, 2006.
Research Liaison Committee, “Qualified Product List (QPL) for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-13-05-9, September
2005, Revised March 2007.
Research Liaison Committee, “Qualified Product List (QPL) for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-14-07-4, June 2007.
Research Liaison Committee, “Qualified Product List (QPL) for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-14-07-4, June 2007,
Revised July 2008.
R.P. 175-211 (continued)
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Research Liaison Committee, “Qualified Product List (QPL) for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-15-08-6, August
2008.
Research Liaison Committee, “Qualified Product List (QPL) for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-16-09-8, September
2009.
Photologging of the Connecticut State Highway System
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OBJECTIVE(S)
To Photolog the entire state highway system annually using state of the art data
collection vehicles; maintain photolog software systems that validate, process,
and distribute high definition imaging, and related geometric and condition data
elements current for the Department.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project Started - May 1986
Project Status - Active
Work Done - July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. The entire state-maintained roadway network containing 6004 route
kilometers (12,008 photolog kilometers) was photologged at .005 kilometer
intervals using two Automatic Road Analyzer (ARAN) systems. Both ARANs are
equipped with forward-pointing HDTV cameras, downward-pointing pavement
imaging system called WISECRAX and the following data modules: Geographic
Positioning System (GPS); roadway geometrics (horizontal and vertical
curvature, grade and crossfall); and, roughness (IRI) and underclearance
measurement systems. ARAN 7 has an additional rutting-data-capture
capability.
2. Approximately 1.2 million forward facing HDTV photolog images. Images were
indexed, videolinked and distributed to DVD/LAN photolog retrieval
stations. Network roughness (IRI), and grade were forwarded to the
Planning, Inventory and Data Division for HPMS submittal. WISECRAX
pavement images and network roughness (IRI) were forwarded to Pavement
Management.
3. Installed and/or upgraded DigitalHIWAY client software on 500 BLU-
RAY/DVD/LAN retrieval stations, which are Department PC’s.
4. Monitored BLU-RAY/DVD/LAN library usage and determined estimated cost
savings through analysis of usage data. Also, ascertained user and
prospective-user needs, as well as provided on-site familiarization, and
maintenance of second-generation photolog and DigitalHIWAY distribution
technology, as required.
5. Provided web-based image access, CD/DVDs containing images, and images on
user-supplied portable drives on 22 occasions in 2010 for purposes of
municipality, local councils of government and litigation use, as
requested.
REPORT(S)
Products of this activity are: network accessible storage area network (SAN)
with all photologged Connecticut state maintained highways for the period 1985 to
2010 which contain forward facing images of the State Highway System; databases
of engineering parameters from photolog-system instrumentation; WISECRAX pavement
condition images; and, image hardcopy prints.
Collection of Roughness Data for HPMS
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OBJECTIVE
To provide international roughness indices (IRI) on HPMS roadway
sections to the Planning, Inventory and Data Section for their annual
HPMS submission to the FHWA.
PROJECT WORK STATUS
Project started: May 1990
Project status: Active
Work Done: July 1, 2009 to June 30, 2010
1. ARAN data-acquisition systems were used to collect IRI roughness
values on the entire state-maintained roadway network and
selected local sections in 2009. The average IRI for each HPMS
section was obtained and forwarded to the Planning, Inventory and
Data Section for their annual submission to the FHWA.
REPORTS
None
Part D
Implementation of Research Results During FY09/10
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Below are summarized, by project, the research results which have been
incorporated into Department operations and/or policy.
HPR-343, "IMPLEMENTATION OF RESEARCH FINDINGS"
Part Q records the growing list of Research Trading Cards. This new
communication device, developed in 2004, is designed in the style of a baseball
card with an engaging color photograph on one side and succinct facts and contact
information on the reverse side. To date, thirty-two (32) research trading cards
have been developed. In FY08, guidelines for preparation of the trading cards
were provided to American Association of State Highway and Transportation
Officials (AASHTO) Research Advisory Committee (RAC) and posted to
http://research.transportation.org where other states can access the information.
Now, at the annual National RAC Meeting, attending states prepare and bring their
own research trading cards to swap. The cards are used for communication
purposes at the Annual New England Materials & Research Engineers Meeting, Annual
Technology Transfer Expo in September, Connecticut Construction Career Days in
the fall, Annual Transportation Research Board Meeting, Annual AASHTO Research
Advisory Committee Meeting, and other meetings, symposiums, workshops and
expositions.
Internet World Wide Web pages were updated to disseminate information
about the Department’s program of transportation research, product evaluation
and highway photologging. The URL for Connecticut’s Division of Research is
http://www.ct.gov/dot/research.
Research highlights were updated and published in the spring. The
research highlights flyer was designed in Microsoft Publisher for presentation
at the annual national meeting of the AASHTO Research Advisory Committee and was
included in a bound collection of research highlight statements prepared by the
Region 1 chairperson in Maine DOT. All thirteen years of research highlight
flyers are available from the research web pages at
http://www.ct.gov/dot/research.
The Research Web pages also include a growing collection of on-line
reports at http://www.ct.gov/dot/researchreports. ConnDOT research reports,
available in Adobe PDF format files, were accessed and downloaded freely from
Department, TRB/TRIS, and National Transportation Library Web sites by the
public, governmental agencies and companies. Aside from newly published
research, ConnDOT’s research reports were provided on request in hardcopy and
electronically to other Department units, governmental agencies and companies.
Personnel in Research, the ConnDOT librarian and an unspecified number of
ConnDOT personnel freely accessed the Internet on-line TRIS and Research-In-
Progress (RiP) facilities to perform literature searches. ConnDOT Research
received more than 466 new publications during the year. The library received
and cataloged new publications through OCLC/Techpro. ConnDOT Research
coordinated and responded to over 67 surveys and questionnaires from other
organizations. An unspecified additional number of questions received via email
ListServs were also responded to or forwarded to appropriate units for response.
Part D (Continued)
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SPR-1271, "Technology Transfer Center"
Center personnel provided 40 publications, 3 software packages, 1 traffic
monitoring equipment systems, 2 Safety Town kits, 61 processed traffic
monitoring reports, 1 ball bank indicators, 3 technical assistance, 1 field
assistance, 10 verbal information dissemination and 4 web references, in
response to these requests. In addition, 6,086 publications and software
packages were distributed at training programs, trade shows and conferences.
Seventy-two (72) workshops, demonstrations, seminars, conferences and/or
short courses on forty-five (45) topics, sponsored by the T2 Center, were well-
attended (2,490 individuals). Details are presented in the summary for HPR-1271
elsewhere in this annual report. Also, four (4) newsletters were distributed to
a mailing list of 4,347 names.
SPR-2018, “LTPP Coordination in Connecticut”
Connecticut conducted one of the first comprehensive close-out and
forensic samplings at its LTPP SPS-9A test site in October 2010. This work was
the demonstration of a successful partnership between state, federal and
academic partners. Information about the project was documented in a streaming
media clip entitled, "Connecticut's SPS-9A Site - Harvesting for the Greatest
Yield." This clip is available on-line at:
mms://159.247.0.209/mediapoint/research_projects/SPS-9A_01_10_10.wmv.
Ms. Anne-Marie H. McDonnell presented information on the close-out and
forensic sampling conducted on the SPS-9A in Connecticut at the LTPP Annual
State Coordinator’s Meeting held as part of TRB in January 2010. At this
presentation, she provided information regarding what was involved to conduct
the non-intrusive and intrusive (pavement coring) work including, multiple and
simultaneous lane closures, coordination of FHWA, state and university forces to
carry-out this task. She shared both lessons learned and recommendations, in
addition to outlining the benefits of this work for other states to learn from
Connecticut’s experience for their own applications. FHWA distributed the
PowerPoint presentation from the Coordinator’s meeting to all states and was
recorded for viewing as part of Connecticut’s streaming media library.
The partnership of work on LTPP in Connecticut was highlighted in a
presentation by FHWA Administrator, Mr. Jeffrey Paniati, at the UCONN Research
Forum, held on November 5, 2009.
Ms. McDonnell presented information on LTPP Activities in Connecticut at
the UCONN Senior Seminar on February 8, 2010. Information included an overview
of the program, work conducted in Connecticut and information on the
opportunities to use LTPP data in their research and as part of the National
ASCE- FHWA contest.
Experience from Connecticut’s traffic data collection at LTPP sites was
implemented through work on the FHWA Pooled Fund Study TPF-5(004) Technical
Advisory Committee and through the TRB Expert Task Group on Traffic data.
LTPP Research Trading cards were distributed to provide information on
this project and the work in Connecticut.
Information on the LTPP program, experiments and data availability were
provided upon request.
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SPR-2216, “‘350’ CRASH TESTING OF CONNECTICUT IMPACT-ATTENUATION SYSTEMS”
Informational web sites were maintained for all three attenuator systems,
where visitors can obtain information and download shop plans that can be used
to fabricate systems.
Research trading cards were developed earlier in the spring of 2005 for
each of the three attenuator systems to facilitate communication about the
availability of free information and shop plans. Web site URLs for each
attenuator are provided on the cards. The trading cards were distributed at
various meetings and conferences during the year.
SPR-2223, “Evaluation of Alternative Fuel Light Trucks and Automobiles”
The Department initiated this research to gather field data and performance
information on alternative fueled vehicles, both electric and compressed natural
gas, to assist the State and Federal Officials with information about these
options, which could be used to comply with the Energy Policy and Conservation
Act of 1992, Section 507. The main purpose of this report is to document the
Department’s experience operating a bi-fuel compressed natural gas vehicle for
business travel.
The benefits of powering a bi-fuel vehicle with natural gas in the State
fleet have not been fully realized in Connecticut due to several factors: a)
For employees, a lack of familiarity with CNG fueling may have discouraged usage
of the vehicle by staff (less than 490 miles per month). b) Lack of
conveniently located CNG refueling facilities in Connecticut discouraged CNG
refueling. c) The fact that it was possible to operate the Chevy Cavalier
exclusively on gasoline discouraged CNG refueling. d) Lack of meaningful price
differential between CNG and gasoline in Connecticut discouraged CNG refueling.
e) Under EPACT 1992, State Fleets are not required to report alternate-fuel
usage, i.e., displacement of gasoline. The Act only requires equipment
purchases.
In conclusion, the bi-fuel CNG Chevy Cavalier did function as described by
the automobile manufacturer’s literature. The bi-fuel capability of this
vehicle worked well and provided a means of operating fleet automobiles on an
alternative fuel. However, the limited CNG supply infrastructure in
Connecticut, together with no requirement to report the amount of CNG fuel
consumed by fleet operations and the lack of price-differential incentives
between the two fuels in Connecticut, limited its acceptance in the State Fleet.
SPR-2233, “Alternative Merge Signs at Signalized Intersections”
This project was closed in FY2006, but the Department continues to receive
requests from other State transportation agencies and universities for final
reports and to speak with the principal investigator. Additional implementation
activities will be directed supporting the incorporation of the sign into MUTCD
and widespread adoption of the new sign. A TRB Presentation on this project on
Alternate Merge Highway Sign continues to be available for viewing at
http://www.ct.gov/dot/2-500ex).
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SPR-2234, “Performance Evaluation of Whitetopping”
Although this project was concluded early due to a policy decision to not
consider using whitetopping as a pavement-type alternative at this time, the
final report was published in FY07 and there has been interest in the final
report. The report presents information from the literature and state-of-the-
art review, and serves as a starting point should the Department decide to
consider utilizing this pavement type in the future.
The final report is available on-line at
http://www.ct.gov/dot/researchreports.
SPR-2236, “New Technologies for Photolog Image and Data Acquisition
Implementation of High Definition Television (HDTV) camera systems and
annual image distribution is essentially complete. Connecticut is the first
StateDOT to complete Photologging (and on-line HD image distribution) with
images from HDTV cameras.
High Definition (HD) Photolog or ‘PhotologHD’ images are anticipated to
help all users to see the highway and roadside much more clearly due to its wide
aspect ratio (16:9) and higher resolution images. The HDTV camera gathers
images with 1910 x 1080 pixels, which are about 670 percent sharper than images
ConnDOT collected in 1997 with ConnDOT’s first digital-video photolog cameras.
Implementation of an automated bridge underclearance module on ConnDOT’s
two Photolog vehicles is also complete as to the field data-collection system.
Now, software to access, view, manipulate and visualize the data is under
development.
Under this project, ConnDOT implemented a new data processing system in
the photolog office. For users connected to ConnDOT’s LAN/WAN, it provides the
unique capability of viewing newly-photologged highway images in the same week
as collected in the field.
DigitalHIWAY client software is now installed on about 500 desktop
computers, and 425 have access to ConnDOT’s internal LAN/WAN network. Users
include personnel from the Commissioner’s office to remote maintenance garages.
The network-based distribution system provides images to the 425 on-line users.
The additional 75 off-line photolog users get their images later when DVDs are
produced, unless some special arrangement is made to provide an off-line user
with a large (1TB) external hard-drive storing photolog images.
PhotologHD is anticipated to facilitate continued gains in efficiency for
users. It is estimated that users save over two million dollars a year by
avoiding field trips. Future PhotologHD uses may include manual or possibly
automated recognition of roadway sign, bridge number, utility pole number, lane
striping, and curb attributes.
At the close of the fiscal year, the Bridge Underclearance portion of the
final project report is being written.
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SPR-2237, “Field Evaluation of Concrete Containing Disodium Tetrapropenyl
Succinate” (DAS)
Admixtures that can protect reinforcing steel from corrosion and at the
same time provide the desired air entrainment to increase the long-term
resistance to freeze-thaw cycles have enormous potential to save money. The
technology under study could significantly reduce the amount of repairs needed
if adequate corrosion protection and durability can be achieved. Corrosion of
reinforcing steel in concrete and the cost of repairing deteriorated concrete
has been a major problem for highway agencies throughout the United States. The
delays caused by closing roads and bridges for rehabilitation also create
additional costs when travel is restricted. Various materials have been used to
try to prevent corrosion of reinforcing steel and with varying degrees of
success. A present method of coating the steel with an epoxy layer is expensive
and any discontinuity of the epoxy from handling during construction creates a
place for active corrosion to begin. The use of stainless steel reinforcing to
eliminate corrosion has been investigated but is not practical from an economic
standpoint.
This on-going field study of an inexpensive chemical admixture seeks to
answer questions about the actual field performance of a concrete additive that
emerged from two earlier laboratory studies as an additive with performance
superior to all other corrosion-fighting additives examined in those studies.
Earlier research was conducted under the National Cooperative Highway
Research Program’s IDEA (Innovations Deserving Exploratory Analysis) project No.
13. The title of No. 13 was, “New Additive for Improved Durability of
Concrete.” In this study, the experimental concrete “showed excellent freeze
thaw resistance” and researchers observed that the chemical had “potential to be
an effective air-entraining agent.”
Following that exploratory research, the Joint Highway Research Advisory
Council (JHRAC), in cooperation with the University of Connecticut, undertook
JHRAC project 96-2, entitled “Protection of Reinforcement with Corrosion
Inhibitors.” Corrosion tests on embedded rebar were done through a 100-week
test program (two-years of accelerated testing). Each cycle was comprised of
soaking the test and control specimens for four days in a 15 percent salt
solution, followed by air drying for three days. The conclusion was that DSS
prevented the initiation of corrosion in intact samples and greatly reduced the
rate of corrosion in saw-cut samples, which simulated cracked concrete. The
experimental DAS admixture significantly outperformed all standard inhibitors
presently used by ConnDOT.
This study was followed by research by the University of Massachusetts
under New England Transportation Consortium (NETC) project No. 97-02. More than
84 weeks of testing were conducted on concrete with admixtures and combinations
of admixtures designed to enhance the durability of steel-reinforced concrete.
The results of this testing were that the DAS admixture did, in fact, provide
excellent corrosion resistance. The final report stated, “overall, mix designs
containing DSS exhibited the least corrosion, even in cracked concrete,” and
recommended further study of this admixture in a field study, which was endorsed
by the project Technical Committee and the NETC Advisory Committee.
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SPR-2237, “Field Evaluation of Concrete Containing Disodium Tetrapropenyl
Succinate” (DAS) (continued)
The New England Transportation Consortium (NETC) conducted field studies
in the six New England States under NETC project No. 03-2, “Field Studies of
Concrete Containing Salts of an Alkenyl-Substituted Succinic Acid,” which was
completed in FY09. The NETC 03-2 report was published in FY09. ConnDOT project
SPR-2237 and NETC 03-2 are complementary investigations of different concrete
transportation-infrastructure applications for the DAS admixture, so duplication
has been avoided. SPR-2237 results are anticipated to be published in FY2011.
To date, one company has commercialized this non-proprietary chemical,
making it possible to implement the use of the concrete additive.
SPR-2239 (Phase 1B), “Development of Internet-Based Computer Databases for the
Connecticut Department of Transportation: Phase 1B – Development of the
Internet-Based Protocol for the Connecticut Product Evaluation Database
(ConnPED) Application”
The software, converted to Oracle in FY09, is hosted on a ConnDOT Policy
and Planning server in Newington, CT. In FY10, networking issues were
resolved that previously restricted remote access to the software when trying to
access the database from the Research Lab in Rocky Hill.
Final documents for SPR-2239 (Phase 1B), Connecticut Product Evaluation
Database (ConnPED) Application, are anticipated to be published in the near
future and include the Final Report, User Manual and System Documentation.
SPR-2242, “Correlation of Nuclear Density Readings with Cores Cut from Compacted
Roadways
This research was conducted by the CAP Lab. As the title indicates, CAP
Lab studied the correlation of nuclear density gauges to cores cut from
compacted roadways. The research resulted in ConnDOT changing its position on
the use of cores during disputes regarding in-place density. As a result,
during FY08, ConnDOT began allowing the use of cores as the basis of payment
when disputes arise from in-place density measurements.
Implementation of new field procedures for nuclear testing has been
deferred pending the outcome of research project No. SPR-2249, “Longitudinal
Joint Performance Study.” The SPR-2249 report was published in FY10. At that
time refer to the SPR-2249 portion of this Part D Section for information on the
implementation of SPR-2249.
SPR-2243, “Enhancements to ConnDOT’s Pavement Friction Testing Program”
A historical overview of pavement friction testing in Connecticut was
presented at a Meet the Author Poster Session at the 89th TRB Annual Meeting in
Washington, D.C., in January 2010. The session, which was entitled, “Traveled
Surface Texture, Friction, Noise, and Profile,” was sponsored by the TRB
Committee on Surface Properties – Vehicle Interaction.
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SPR-2243, “Enhancements to ConnDOT’s Pavement Friction Testing Program”
(continued)
The presentation, a TRB paper (No. 40-0426), and a research report were
prepared on this subject in FY10. Photographs of early pavement friction
testers are provided, including vintage photos of a skid trailer from a Federal
Highway Administration (formally Bureau of Public Roads) demonstration in 1968.
Early documents that were pivotal in initiating a pavement friction testing
program in Connecticut were cited. The report provides insight into a state
highway agency’s perspective as friction testing services evolved. It covers
the equipment used and explains the interpretation of data output. The report
documents ConnDOT literature pertaining to pavement friction testing, and lists
research studies that have been conducted in Connecticut. ConnDOT policies and
procedures are reviewed. Early pioneers in pavement friction testing services
are acknowledged.
The report provides future transportation professionals with a concise
background of pavement friction testing. This compliments succession planning
associated with retirements and other employee movements within the Department
and other transportation agencies.
During FY10, friction testing procedures were revised in light of the SPR-
2243 research findings. Testing procedures now include the regular use of the
ASTM E 524 Standard Smooth Tire, in addition to the ASTM E 501 Standard Rib
Tire, which is the traditional tire used for these tests.
A final report is anticipated to be published in FY2011. Future research
is needed to refine the characterization of pavement texture via the use of
laser instruments, including the Circular Texture Meter and high-speed, truck-
mounted laser instrument attached to the friction tester.
SPR-2245, "Feasibility of Implementing Additional AASHTO Trns•port Modules in
Connecticut"
InfoTech, the developer of the AASHTO Trns•port suite of products,
prepared the final report deliverable for the requirements analysis for
Trns•port Estimation, Preconstruction, Construction, Decision Support and
Electronic Bidding Systems for the Connecticut Department of Transportation.
The Requirements Analysis Report outlined the tasks and requirements for
implementation of the selected estimation, pre-construction, construction,
electronic bidding system, and decision support products. It also included
projected costs and schedules for InfoTech services to assist ConnDOT with the
implementation activities.
The Department has continued its decision-making process to choose a
support option and related tasks leading to possible future use of necessary
AASHTO Service Units for that work.
SPR-2249, “Longitudinal Joint Performance Study”
In hot mix asphalt paving, for 1 1/2- to 3-inch thick lifts, the use of
the notched wedge longitudinal joint has become the preferred joint construction
method for the Connecticut Department of Transportation. This is a direct
result of the research conducted under this project.
During FY10, documentation was gathered and organized for 2009 paving to
record where the notched wedge and traditional butt joint were used. A future
study will use this information to compare long-term performance of the two
types of joints.
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SPR-2250, "Hot Mix Asphalt Research Investigation for Connecticut"
During prior fiscal years, the research conducted into reducing the number
of traffic levels used for Superpave mix designs was incorporated into ConnDOT’s
specifications. This resulted in the removal of the highest traffic level
mixes, benefiting the state by reducing the complexity of Superpave mix design
engineering in Connecticut.
SPR-2251, “Short-Term Bridge Monitoring in Connecticut”
The Connecticut Department of Transportation, in cooperation with the
University of Connecticut, has developed a quick response process involving
electronics and sensors to measure and monitor stresses, strains, and other data
elements on State-maintained bridges. This technology is available for use with
bridges that are identified by the State as needing further analysis for unusual
or unique investigative issues. During FY07, the system was deployed on the
Route 190 Bridge over the Connecticut River to study unexplained tie-plate
failures. A 2007 video presentation on the bridge is available at
http://www.ct.gov/dot/FSBM. A final report was published in FY2010. This
project has demonstrated the value of using non-destructive testing to
supplement both conventional visual inspections and analytical studies. As the
study shows, structural health is best evaluated with data from testing.
Field monitoring under this project has directly benefitted the
maintenance and replacement program for Connecticut’s bridges. Research showed
that problems identified through visual inspections should be evaluated with
non-destructive strain monitoring. The resultant analysis helps engineers avoid
unnecessary repairs. When short-term monitoring verified the need for repair,
field data was used to provide guidance on how best to make the repair, both
economically and so that the remaining service life is not impacted by the
initial problem. The monitoring system is available in the future for similar
situations as identified by State bridge-inspection forces.
SPR-2252, “Assessing ConnDOT’s Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) Testing Methods,
Phase II – Field Trials and Implementation”
During the project, construction personnel on selected projects had an
opportunity to utilize the maturity method for a variety of concrete pour
applications. During FY09, the method was used to on Project 92-618 for mass
concrete operations on Pearl Harbor Memorial Bridge in New Haven. The system
monitored both peek temperatures and temperature differences to ensure they were
not excessive. During FY10, the method was used to on Project 92-619 during
pours of concrete pier columns. It appears that the implementation path for the
maturity method will be through their inclusion in special provisions for mass
concrete pours.
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SPR-2254, “Advancing the Use of Streaming Media and Digital Media Technologies
at ConnDOT”
Video-on-Demand is available at http://www.ct.gov/dot/video and a listing
of available streaming media is presented in Part M of this summary of
activities report. During FY10, eighteen (18) additional presentations were
produced for the Streaming Video Library website. In addition, three live
events were produced during FY10. These webcasts demonstrate the service that
is available through webcasting.
Rigorous testing and demonstration of streaming media technologies to
ConnDOT’s management has led to it being mainstreamed into several of this
Agency’s business processes, including research-project close-out presentations.
During FY10, 40,837 video clips were viewed by the public and state personnel.
SPR-2257, “A Study of Weigh Station Technologies (CASE Study)”
The final report, published in FY09, identified technologies and
practices that have the potential to increase the efficiency and effectiveness
of weigh and inspection stations to deter the passage of overweight and unsafe
vehicles across the state’s highways; increase the transit efficiency for the
large percentage of commercial vehicles that are compliant with Connecticut laws
and regulations; and utilize information gathered through weigh system
technologies for the multiple purposes of enforcement and transportation
infrastructure decision-making and budgeting, including pavement design and
highway maintenance and rehabilitation. Suggestions include installation of a
high-speed mainline WIM and electronic screening system for the Greenwich Weigh
and Inspection Station; as well as developing a comprehensive network of weigh
and inspection stations utilizing WIM technology at existing weigh stations plus
other sites that could be utilized as virtual weigh and inspection stations.
SPR-2258, “Transportation Asset Management System, Including Comprehensive
Pavement Life-Cycle Cost Analysis (CASE Study)”
The project was closed in FY09.
The final report, published in FY09, presented a detailed review of those
states that utilize transportation asset management systems that may be
applicable for Connecticut’s consideration, and included as well the
identification of a comprehensive pavement lifecycle analysis tool. The primary
conclusion of this study is that, across the US, states are finding the shift to
Transportation Asset Management Systems worthwhile and productive as they are
steadily seeing the condition of their assets improve and their resource
allocation decisions galvanizing around an increasingly coherent vision for
their transportation infrastructure. The findings indicate that ConnDOT should
consider utilizing five concepts (Clarity, Communication, Champion, Consistency,
and Comprehensive), the 5Cs, as a strategy for TAM implementation. The 5C’s
provide a focus for ConnDOT’s development of a sustainable TAM program to guide
the state’s investment in the acquisition, construction, repair, and
preservation of the state’s transportation assets
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SPR-2259, “Evaluation of a Cold In-Place Recycled Rehabilitation Treatment”
During the first quarter of FY10, Mr. John W. Henault, the Project
Principal Investigator, met at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford, CT,
with State Representative Steve Mikutel, ConnDOT’s Legislative Program Manager,
ConnDOT’s Acting Transportation Engineering Administrator, and representatives
from the Gorman Group to discuss cold in-place recycling (CIR). Research
findings from this study were presented. Representative Mikutel was informed
that a CIR base was used on S.R. 695 eleven years ago in order to mitigate
reflective cracking, and it performed as expected, i.e., reflective cracking was
mitigated. He was also informed that rutting is still a concern and, therefore,
ConnDOT recommends limiting CIR applications to lower-volume highways (8,000
ADT), at this time. ADT levels may be increased as ConnDOT gains experience and
rutting is shown to be minimized. Considering the research results,
Representative Mikutel is supportive of ConnDOT implementing the use of CIR for
pavement rehabilitations on lower-volume highways.
SPR-2265, “Development and Evaluation of a Dual Purpose Bridge Health Monitoring
and Weigh-in-Motion System for a Steel Girder Bridge”
Work was conducted to share information about the project at numerous
forums including: a meeting and site visit with FHWA; meeting with ConnDOT
Bridge Maintenance; Trading Cards distributed at TRB including mention at the
TRB ABJ35(2) Subcommittee on Weigh-In-Motion Meeting and the International
Society of Weigh-In-Motion (ISWIM) Board Meeting at TRB on January 12, 2010;
Dr. Christenson presented information about the project during the UCONN
Transportation Forum on November 5, 2010, and Ms. Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
presented information at the National Traffic Data Acquisition Meeting ( NATMEC)
on June 24, 2010.
SPR-2267, “Evaluation of the Nonnuclear Density Gauge for Quality Control of
Hot-Mix Asphalt”
The Department currently permits the use of nuclear gauges for acceptance
testing, but beginning in 2011, will only allow laboratory density tests of
cores for agency acceptance. The results presented in this report support the
decision to allow contractors to implement the use of nonnuclear density gauges
in their quality control plans.
SPR-2269, "Warm Mix Asphalt Pilot Project Development"
During FY10, preparations and planning were undertaken for the placement of
the pilot project, in July 2010, on Route 70 in Meriden, CT.
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SPR-2305, “Connecticut Advanced Pavement Laboratory (CAP Lab)”
• Conducted NETTCP Re-Test, July 28, 2009, in Storrs, CT.
• In conjunction with NEAUPG, organized a training workshop for the MSCR
and Table 3 Asphalt Binders, September 22, 2009, in Rocky Hill, CT.
• Hosted the CTI Research Forum, November 5, 2009, in Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP PG Binder Re-Certification, December 2-3, 2009, in
Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP Soils and Aggregate Lab Technician Certification,
January 19-22, 2010, in Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP HMA Plant Technician Re-Certification, January 27-29,
2010, in Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP Soils and Aggregate Inspector, Recertification,
February 4-5, 2010, in Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP HMA Plant Technician Certification, February 22-26,
2010, in Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP Soils and Aggregate Inspector, March 1-3, 2010, in
Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP PG Binder Technician Re-Certification, April 26-27,
2010, in Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP PG Binder Technician Certification, April 28-30,
2010, in Storrs, CT.
• Conducted NETTCP PG Binder Technician Re-Certification, May 3-4, 2010,
in State College, PA.
• Conducted NETTCP PG Binder Technician Certification, May 5-7, 2010, in
State College, PA.
• Conducted NETTCP Soils and Aggregate Inspector Certification, May 11-
13, 2010, in Storrs, CT.
The CAP Lab participated with the Asphalt Institute in the development of
the written exam for PG Binder Technician Certification for the 2010 training
season. This is the exam used by NETTCP and the Asphalt Institute for the PG
Binder Technician certification course.
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SPR-2306, “Installation and Evaluation of WIM Utilizing Quartz-Piezo Sensor
Technology
Provided information to numerous inquiries regarding this project and
ConnDOT’s experience with testing WIM technology. These included: ConnDOT
Highway Operations for weigh station operations; ConnDOT Highway Design; AASHTO
Strategic Plan for Achieving Effective and Efficient Commercial Vehicle Weight
Enforcement; TRB LTPP (Long Term Pavement Performance) Expert Task Group on
Traffic Data Collection and Analysis; as well as inquires from other states and
countries.
Information learned from this project was applied to write specifications
for items on Construction Project No. 28-197.
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Completed, Discontinued or Reassigned Projects and Items in 2009-2010
Refer to Part A for details on projects, and Parts H, I and J for published
report references.
SPR-2223 – Evaluation of Alternative Fuel Light Trucks and Automobiles
Closed March 31, 2010.
SPR-2245 – Feasibility of Implementing Additional AASHTO Trns•port Modules in
Connecticut
Closed September 25, 2009.
SPR-2249 – Longitudinal Joint Performance Study
Closed November 16, 2009.
SPR-2251 – Short-Term Bridge Monitoring
Closed June 10, 2010.
SPR-2259 – Field Evaluation of a Cold-in-Place Recycled Pavement Base Overlaid
with Hot Mix Asphalt (I-395)
Closed July 9, 2009.
SPR-2267 – Evaluation of the Nonnuclear Density Gauge for Quality Control of Hot-
Mix Asphalt
Closed April 9, 2010.
Type of
Assignment Person(s)
Federal
Fiscal
Year
Pledge Pledge
Date
N
O
T
E
Obligation
Request
Obligation
Request
Date
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Transfer
Request
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SPR-2(172) [1]
A
erial Platform System for
Bridge Inspection (Phase
II)
Completed To enhance stability characteristics of an
aerial vehicle, equipped with a vision sensing
system to inspect fracture-critical bridges,
through the development of an integrated arm
that is capable of attaching to a structure and
with the addition of proximity sensors and air
speed indicators to integrate with the
computer controls.
California
Department of
Transportation
(CALTRANS)
California Department
of Transportation
(CALTRANS)
TAC Member Joseph C.
Kozlowski 1994 $5,000 7/23/93 $5,000 4/25/94 [1] Formerly SPR-
0002(172)
1995 $5,000 7/23/93 $5,000 10/11/94
SPR-2(203) [1] Truck/Pavement
Economic Modeling and
In-Situ Field Testing Data
Analysis Applications
Completed To merge and analyze dynamic response
data obtained on full-scale pavement facilities
for the purpose of determining how various
design features and truck configurations
affect pavement performance.
Federal
Highway
Administration
Ohio Department of
Transportation
and
Federal Highway
Administration
TAC Member David J.
Kilpatrick 2000 $5,000 6/30/99 $5,000 10/25/99 [1] Formerly SPR-
0002(203).
2001 $5,000 6/30/99 $5,000 12/5/00
SPR-2(207) [1]
[2] Transportation
Management Center
Pooled Fund Study (TMC
PFS)
Active To assemble a consortium composed of
regional, State, and local traffic management
agencies, and the FHWA to (1) identify
human-centered and operational issues that
are common among TMC operators and
managers; (2) suggest approaches to
addressing identified problems; (3) initiate
and monitor projects intended to address
identified problems; (4) disseminate results;
and (5) assist in solution deployment.
Federal
Highway
Administration
PB Farradyne
and
Texas Transportation
Institute
and
University of Virginia
and
MRF Associates
TAC Member Harold J.
Decker, Jr. 2000 $5,000 8/23/99 $5,000 3/8/00 [1] Formerly SPR-
0002(207).
[2] SPR-2(207) is TPF-
5(052) for the Wahsington
Department of
Transportation only.
2001 $5,000 8/23/99 $5,000 12/5/00
2002 $10,000 5/16/01 $10,000 10/29/01
2003 $10,000 11/26/01 $10,000 10/10/02
2004 $10,000 11/26/01 $10,000 10/2/03
2005 $10,000 11/26/01 $10,000 12/27/04
SPR-2(208) [1] Pavement Subgrade
Performance Study Active To develop improved mechanistic subgrade
criteria for pavements and to integrate the
study findings into improved mechanistic-
empirical design methodologies for new and
reconstructed flexible pavements.
Federal
Highway
Administration
Cold Regions
Research and
Engineering Laboratory
(CRREL)
TAC Member Leo L.
Fontaine 2000 $5,000 10/26/99 $5,000 5/3/00 [1] Formerly SPR-
0002(208).
2001 $5,000 10/26/99 $5,000 12/5/00
2003 $5,000 3/13/03 $5,000 3/31/03
PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
T
E
Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
Personnel Assignments t
o
TPF Committees
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Type of
Assignment Person(s)
Federal
Fiscal
Year
Pledge Pledge
Date
N
O
T
E
Obligation
Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
T
E
Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
Personnel Assignments t
o
TPF Committees
SPR-2(800) [1] SHRP Implementation of
Asphalt Test Equipment Completed To purchase asphalt-test equipment and
deliver to participating states for use with
evaluation of performance-based asphalt
specifications developed by SHRP. Early use
of the test methods, specifications and
equipment will aid in AASHTO adoption of
"Superpave" standards. (Superpave
combines new tests, performance-based
specifications and a computerized mix design
process.)
Federal
Highway
Administration
Federal Highway
A
dministration (FHWA)
Office of Technology
Applications
TAC Member James M.
Sime 1992 $10,000 3/18/92 $10,000 3/17/92 [1] Formerly HPR-
0002(800).
1995 $260,000 - [2] $260,000 - [2] $260,000 was
transferred from STPA
000S(680) to SPR-2(800).
1997 ($70,000) 5/1/97 [3] ($70,000) 5/1/97 [3] $70,000 was
transferred from SPR-
2(800), “SHRP
Implementation of Asphalt
Test Equipment,” to SPR-
3(029), “New England
Transportation Consortium
(NETC): 1995-1999,” on
5/1/97.
SPR-3(017) [1]
[2]
[3]
Midwest States Pooled
Fund Crash Test Program Active To crash test bridge rail, guardrail, sign
supports as well as other highway
appurtenances and traffic control devices
having potential for injury to highway users.
Nebraska
Department of
Roads
University of Nebraska,
Lincoln TAC Member Dionysia F.
Oliveira 2000 $5,000 7/13/99 $5,000 10/25/99 [1] Formerly SPR-
0003(017).
[2] HPR-2(164),
“Development of a Thrie
Beam Bullnose Median
Barrier Terminal,” has
been incorporated into
SPR-3(017).
[3] TPF-5(193), "Midwest
States Pooled Fund Crash
Test Program," is the
continuation of SPR-
3(017). ConnDOT has not
pledged any funds to TPF-
5(193).
2001 $5,000 7/13/99 $5,000 12/5/00
2002 $5,000 7/16/01 $5,000 10/29/01
2003 $5,000 7/16/01 $5,000 10/2/02
2004 $5,000 6/11/03 $5,000 10/2/03
105
Type of
Assignment Person(s)
Federal
Fiscal
Year
Pledge Pledge
Date
N
O
T
E
Obligation
Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
T
E
Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
Personnel Assignments t
o
TPF Committees
SPR-3(029) [1] New England
Transportation
Consortium (NETC):
1995-1999
Active The objectives of the NETC program are: 1)
Implementation of a three-pronged program
for the New England region consisting of
research and development; technology
transfer; and, education and training; 2)
Development of improved methods for
dealing with common transportation
problems; and, 3) Providing an important
source of trained professionals for
employment in the Region.
Connecticut
Department of
Transportation
University of
Connecticut Policy
Committee
Member
Advisory
Committee
Member
Advisory
Committee
Member and
Lead
Engineer
Comr.
Joseph F.
Marie
James M.
Sime
Dionysia F.
Oliveira
1995 $75,000 11/10/94 $75,000 10/21/94 [1] Formerly SPR-
0003(029).
1996 $63,833 12/6/95
[$75,000]
and
10/3/97
[($11,167)]
[2] $63,833 12/6/95
[$75,000]
and
10/3/97
[($11,167)]
[2] [2] FY96 Pledge and
Obligation reduced by
$11,167, from $75,000 to
$63,8333, requested on
10/3/97 and approved on
10/9/97, for transfer from
SPR-3(029), “New
England Transportation
Consortium (NETC): 1995
-
1999,” to SPR-3(052),
“Procedures for the
Evaluation of Sheet
Membrane
Waterproofing.”
1997 $145,000 12/6/96
[$75,000]
and
5/1/97
[$70,000]
[3] $145,000 12/6/96
[$75,000]
and
5/1/97
[$70,000]
[3] [3] $70,000 was
transferred from SPR-
2(800), “SHRP
Implementation of Asphalt
Test Equipment,” to SPR-
3(029), “New England
Transportation Consortium
(NETC): 1995-1999,” on
5/1/97.
1998 $75,000 2/23/98 $75,000 2/23/98
1999 $75,000 12/8/98 $75,000 12/8/98
SPR-3(031) [1] Reusable Truck Mounted
Attenuator Completed To design and successfully crash test a Test
Level 3 (100 km/h) Truck Mounted Attenuator
(TMA) in which energy is dissipated with
HMW/HDPE cylinders that will be self
restoring and reusable. The crash testing
program is to be conducted in accordance
with the requirements of “NCHRP Report
350.”
Washington
State
Department of
Transportation
N/A TAC Member Dionysia F.
Oliveira 1996 $10,000 4/29/96 $10,000 4/29/96 [1] Formerly SPR-
0003(031).
1997 $10,000 12/17/96 $10,000 12/17/96
SPR-3(043) [1] Development of a Self-
Restoring Impact
Attenuator
Completed To develop a non-proprietary, self-restoring
crash cushion that meets the crash
worthiness requirements of National
Cooperative Highway Research Program
(NCHRP) Report 350, Test Level 3 (100
km/h. In addition, it will require low
maintenance, cost less than comparable
proprietary crash cushions, and be installed
either parallel to the shoulder or flared away.
California
Department of
Transportation
(CALTRANS)
California Department
of Transportation
(CALTRANS)
TAC Member Dionysia F.
Oliveira 1998 $5,000 10/3/97 $5,000 8/28/98 [1] Formerly SPR-
0003(043), "Development
of a New Guardrail End
Treatment – Phase II."
1999 $5,000 10/3/97 $5,000 12/8/98
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Type of
Assignment Person(s)
Federal
Fiscal
Year
Pledge Pledge
Date
N
O
T
E
Obligation
Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
T
E
Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
Personnel Assignments t
o
TPF Committees
SPR-3(050) [1] New England Traffic
Monitoring System Completed To enable the New England states to share
traffic data, particularly vehicle classification
and truck weight data, by obtaining a traffic
monitoring system that would be uniform in its
data formatting, editing and storage functions
while enabling each state to analyze the data
and produce reports from the data that fulfill
state requirements.
Vermont
Agency of
Transportation
GIS Trans. TAC Member Joseph T.
Cristalli, Jr. 1997 $95,000 - [2] $95,000 - [2] [1] Formerly SPR-
0003(050).
[2] Funding was provided
from Planning portion of
SPR. FY97 funds were
pledged and obligated
under Pooled Fund Project
No. STPZ-0003(050).
SPR-3(081) [1]
[2] High-Speed
Electromagnetic Roadway
Mapping and Evaluation
System (HERMES II)
Completed To develop the second generation of a high-
speed system for bridge deck condition
assessment, known as High Speed
Electromagnetic Roadway Measurement and
Evaluation System (HERMES II), with the end
goal to commercialize it, and make the
technology available to all state transportation
agencies around the United States.
Federal
Highway
Administration
Lawrence Livermore
National Laboratory TAC Member Eric G.
Feldblum 2000 $10,000 2/15/00 $9,715.13 2/29/00
[$10,000]
and
8/7/09
[($284.87)]
[2] [1] Formerly SPR-
0003(081)
[2] Project deobligation
and Close-Out request
was sent on 8/7/09.
SPR-3(082) [1] Evaluation of PQI Completed To assemble a group of states to: (1) run
HMA density tests using the non-nuclear PQI
device; (2) gather data – dry vs. wet asphalt,
use of different aggregate sources, changes
in size of aggregate; (3) supply this data for
analysis to the Turner-Fairbank Highway
Research Center in McLean, Virginia; and, (4)
to determine the viability of using the PQI
device vs. the conventional nuclear density
gauges.
Maryland
Department of
Transportation
Transtec Systems, Inc. TAC Member Donald A.
Larsen 1999 $5,000 1/4/00 $5,000 3/7/00 [1] Formerly SPR-
0003(082), “Evaluation of
the Next Generation
Pavement Quality
Indicator (PQI) Device,”
and subsequently retitled,
"Quantifying Segregation
in Hot Mix Asphalt
Pavements."
2000 $5,000 1/4/00 $5,000 3/7/00
2003 $16,000 12/18/02 $16,000 3/14/02
2004 $16,000 12/18/02 $16,000 10/2/03
SPR-3(084) [1] Use of Dynamic Modulus
(E*) in Hot-Mix Asphalt
Designs
Completed The objectives of this study are: 1. to
determine the applicability of Dynamic
Modulus (E*) testing to characterize HMA
mixes; 2. to determine the practical range of
E* testing to characterize an HMA mix; and,
3.to determine variations in E* values as a
function of aggregate type, including typical
recycled materials.
Connecticut
Department of
Transportation
University of
Connecticut,
Connecticut Advanced
Pavement laboratory
(CAP Lab)
TAC Member James M.
Sime 2000 $10,000 6/19/00 $10,000 6/19/00 [1] Formerly SPR-
0003(084).
2001 $35,000 12/7/00
[$60,000]
and
3/14/01
[($25,000)]
$35,000 12/7/00
[$60,000]
and
3/14/01
[($25,000)]
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Type of
Assignment Person(s)
Federal
Fiscal
Year
Pledge Pledge
Date
N
O
T
E
Obligation
Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
T
E
Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
Personnel Assignments t
o
TPF Committees
SPR-3(089) [1] New England
Transportation
Consortium (NETC):
2000-2006
Active The objectives of the NETC program are: 1)
Implementation of a three-pronged program
for the New England region consisting of
research and development; technology
transfer; and, education and training; 2)
Development of improved methods for
dealing with common transportation
problems; and, 3) Providing an important
source of trained professionals for
employment in the Region.
Connecticut
Department of
Transportation
University of
Connecticut and
University of
Massachusetts,
Dartmouth
Policy
Committee
Member
Advisory
Committee
Member
Advisory
Committee
Member and
Lead
Engineer
Comr.
Joseph F.
Marie
James M.
Sime
Dionysia F.
Oliveira
2000 $100,000 10/25/99 $100,000 10/25/99 [1] Formerly SPR-
0003(089).
2001 $100,000 12/6/00 $100,000 12/6/00
2002 $100,000 10/30/01 $100,000 10/30/01
2003 $100,000 10/1/02 $100,000 10/7/02
2004 $100,000 11/18/03 $100,000 12/1/03
2005 $100,000 12/13/04 $100,000 12/13/04
2006 $100,000 10/20/05 $100,000 12/19/05
2007 $105,000 10/12/06 [2]
[3]
[3]
- - [4] [2] An additional $5,000
was added to the SPR-
3(089)) FY07 Pledge to
cover NETC-related travel.
[3] The FY08 pledge of
$105,000 was included in
the FY09 pledge to TPF-
5(201).
[3] The FY07 pledge of
$105,000 for SPR-3(089)
is included in the FY09
pledge to TPF-5(201).
[4] FY07 funds were
provided, by transfer
process, in the FY09
transfer to TPF-5(201).
TPF-5(002) [1] Updating "A Guide to
Standardized Highway
Lighting Pole Hardware"
Active To prepare, in printed and electronic formats,
an update to the 1980 “A Guide to
Standardized Highway Lighting Pole
Hardware,” and to recommend an ongoing
process for compiling, incorporating and
disseminating pertinent new as updated
standards and catalog information to keep the
publication up to date.
Wyoming
Department of
Transportation
N/A TAC Member Jon
Andrews 2001 $5,000 7/20/00 $5,000 12/5/00 [1] Formerly SPR-
0003(103).
2002 $10,000 7/20/00 $10,000 10/29/01
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Assignment Person(s)
Federal
Fiscal
Year
Pledge Pledge
Date
N
O
T
E
Obligation
Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
T
E
Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
Personnel Assignments t
o
TPF Committees
TPF-5(004) [1] Long Term Pavement
Performance (LTPP)
Specific Pavements Study
(SPS) Traffic Data
Collection
Active To implement procedures, including
installation of equipment and monitoring of
data collection through analysis of data,
improve the quality and quantity of traffic data
(volumes, classifications and weights) that is
collected under the auspices of the LTPP
Specific Pavements Study (SPS) Program.
(for LTPP SPS 1, 2, 5, 6 and 8 projects) A
core objective of the SPS studies is to
understand and quantify the relationship
between pavement performance and truck
volumes and axle loadings.
Federal
Highway
Administration
International Road
Dynamics, Inc. and
MACTEC
TAC Member Anne-Marie
H.
McDonnell
2001 $5,000 11/1/00 $5,000 12/5/00 [1] Formerly SPR-
0002(217), “LTPP Specific
Pavements Study (SPS)
Traffic Data Collection.”
2002 $5,000 11/1/00 $5,000 10/29/01
TPF-5(009) [1] Computer-Based, Self-
Operating Training
System on Anti-
Icing/Road Weather
Information Systems
(AI/RWIS)
Active Anti-icing and road weather information
systems (AI/RWIS) are relatively new tools
that improve the efficiency of winter storm
maintenance and, as a result, improve
highway safety. Because these are new
concepts, standard training programs for all
levels of AI/RWIS users are not yet available.
The objective of this project is to coordinate
and leverage several individual training and
educational initiatives into one consistent
training program for AI/RWIS.
Iowa
Department of
Transportation
GanTek TAC Member George E.
Carbonell 2002 $5,000 11/8/01 $5,000 11/8/01 [1] Formerly SPR-
0003(104).
TPF-5(010) Structural Improvement of
Flexible Pavements Using
Geosynthetics for Base
Course Reinforcement
Completed 1. To determine whether geosynthetics
(geogrids and geotextiles) can be used to
increase the structural capacity of pavements
typically constructed by state DOTs.
2. To measure in-situ stress/strain response
of the reinforced material for use in current or
future pavement design processes.
3. To determine whether geosynthetics can
be used to increase the service life of
pavements typically constructed by state
DOTs.
4. To compare the performance of base
course reinforced pavements subjected to
traffic loading during non-frost periods with
performance during thaw. Thus, the influence
of thaw weakening on pavement performance
will be assessed independently of the degree
of traffic loading.
Maine
Department of
Transportation
Cold Region Research
and Engineering
Laboratory (CRREL)
TAC Member
TAC Member
Leo L.
Fontaine
David J.
Kilpatrick
2002 $5,000 11/7/00 $5,000 10/29/01
2003 $5,000 11/7/00 $5,000 10/10/02
2004 $5,000 11/7/00 $5,000 10/2/03
2005 $5,000 11/7/00 $5,000 12/27/04
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Type of
Assignment Person(s)
Federal
Fiscal
Year
Pledge Pledge
Date
N
O
T
E
Obligation
Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
T
E
Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
Personnel Assignments t
o
TPF Committees
TPF-5(019) Full-Scale Accelerated
Performance Testing for
Superpave and Structural
Validation
Active This pooled fund research study will
investigate a suite of emerging pavement
technologies at the Turner-Fairbank Highway
Research Center (TFHRC). The Pavement
Testing Facility (PTF) is a permanent
pavement testing laboratory equipped with
two accelerated loading machines that can
test various pavement configurations using
controlled climate and axle loading.
The objective of this project is to study,
select, build and test up to twelve (12) lanes
of newly constructed pavement. This multi-
task, multi-level experiment can include one
or more of the following technologies:
1. Modified Asphalt Binders in Superpave
Mixes.
2. Pavements Designed with the 2002 Design
Guide.
3. Measurements Made With Various Falling
Weight Deflectometers.
4. Crumb Rubber Modified (CRM) Asphalt
Pavements.
5. Recycled Materials in Base Layers.
Federal
Highway
Administration
Turner-Fairbank
Highway Research
Center (TFHRC)
TAC Member Edgardo D.
Block 2002 $10,000 10/31/01 $10,000 10/30/01
TPF-5(024) [1] Next Generation Retro-
Reflective Beads for
Traffic Paints
Completed To develop and evaluate the performance of
surface-modified polymethacrylate (PMMA)
beads as a replacement to the salinized glass
beads currently used to provide
retroreflectivity in traffic paints.
New Hampshire
Department of
Transportation
University of New
Hampshire TAC Member John P.
Carey 2002 $20,000 1/29/01 $17,722.02 10/30/01
[$20,000]
and
8/7/09
[$(2,277.97)]
[1] [1] Project deobligation
and Close-Out request
was sent on 8/7/09.
TPF-5(026) [1] Durability of Segmented
Retaining Wall Blocks Completed To establish design and durability
performance criteria for Segmental Retaining
Wall (SRW) blocks, service evaluation and
inspection guidance, and acceptance testing
protocol.
Federal
Highway
Administration
N/A TAC Member Robert G.
Lauzon 2001 $5,000 11/1/00 $5,000 1/23/01 [1] Formerly SPR-
0002(218). Funds
obligated under SPR-
0002(218).
2002 $5,000 11/1/00 $5,000 10/30/01
TPF-5(036) Transportation Asset
Management Research
Program
Active To enable participating states to leverage
limited resources in an ongoing program of
synthesis, research and analysis to facilitate
implementation of asset management. The
intent is to supplement current national asset
management research efforts of the MRUTC,
prevent duplicity of existing efforts, and
provide a means for regional state DOTs to
share resources, technology and ideas in a
coordinated environment.
Wisconsin
Department of
Transportation
Midwest Regional
University
Transportation Center
TAC Member Colleen A.
Kissane 2008 $10,000 11/13/07 $10,000 8/14/08
TPF-5(045) Performance Guidelines
for the Selection of Hot-
Pour Crack Sealants
Active This project will result in extended pavement
surface life and thus reduced roadway
rehabilitation and maintenance costs.
Guidelines for sealant selection are being
proposed because the durability of crack
sealants used on the North American
roadways is often shorter than expected,
even though crack sealing is the most
common method of preventative
maintenance.
Virginia
Department of
Transportation
Virginia Polytechnic
Institute and State
University
and
National Research
Council of Canada
TAC Member Charles A.
Drda 2003 $5,000 10/18/02 $5,000 10/21/02
2004 $5,000 10/18/02 $5,000 10/2/03
2005 $5,000 10/18/02 $5,000 12/27/04
2006 $5,000 10/18/02 $5,000 12/19/05
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Type of
Assignment Person(s)
Federal
Fiscal
Year
Pledge Pledge
Date
N
O
T
E
Obligation
Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
T
E
Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
Personnel Assignments t
o
TPF Committees
TPF-5(046) Transportation Curriculum
Coordination Council
(TCCC) Training
Management and
Development
Completed To facilitate management of the TCCC at the
national level and for the development of
curriculum and core training materials
identified by the TCCC technical panel.
Federal
Highway
Administration
National Highway
Institute (NHI) TAC Member Cheryl L.
Malerba 2003 $15,000 4/23/02 $15,000 10/2/02
2004 $15,000 4/23/02 $15,000 10/2/03
2005 $15,000 4/23/02 $15,000 12/27/04
2006 $15,000 4/23/02 $15,000 12/19/05
TPF-5(062) Coordination of Pavement
Activities in the Northeast Completed State transportation agencies in the northeastern United
States are heavily involved with the implementation and
use of the SuperPave method of designing hot-mix asphal
t
(HMA) mixtures. It has been determined that there are
several unanswered issues before the full benefits of using
the SuperPave system and related concepts can be totally
embraced and integrated into the operations of state
transportation agencies. Many issues vary regionally and
to address these regional issues and other paving and
pavement problems, the Federal Highway Administration
(FHWA) established five centers of excellence in paving
technology that were unfunded. To overcome the lack of
financial resources needed to address regional pavement
issues, state transportation agencies in the northeast have
pooled their resources and developed a pooled funds
project to provide guidance to the state transportation
agencies on all current paving and pavement problems.
SuperPave was its initial focus.
The specific objectives of this project are:
• Coordination of new innovative research and paving proj
e
and related activities in the area of pavement technology o
the regional level and to distribute this information to affec
t
state transportation agencies and other agencies, including
the private sector.
• Completion of various studies and evaluations.
• Upgrading and operation of a website devoted to pavem
e
technology.
• Conducting various training and workshop efforts devoted
to paving technology.
Connecticut
Department of
Transportation
University of
Connecticut,
Connecticut Advanced
Pavement laboratory
(CAP Lab)
TAC Member Keith R.
Lane 2003 $39,000 6/3/03
[$44,000]
and
6/5/04
[($5,000)]
[1] $39,000 6/3/03
[$44,000]
and
6/5/04
[($5,000)]
[1] [1] $39,352 was pledged
on 5/9/03 and an
obligation request memo
was sent on 5/12/03. The
pledge was revised to
$44,000 on 6/3/03; the
pledge was reduced by
$5,000 when Delaware’s
FFY04 pledge was
obligated. The obligation
process was initiated
when State Project No.
175-1563 (Temporary
Project No. 017-H091)
was modified on 6/3/03.
2005 $15,000 9/14/04 [2] $15,000 12/27/04 [2] The FY05 pledge of
$15,000 was in response
to Solicitation No. 882.
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Type of
Assignment Person(s)
Federal
Fiscal
Year
Pledge Pledge
Date
N
O
T
E
Obligation
Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
T
E
Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
Personnel Assignments t
o
TPF Committees
TAC Member David J.
Kilpatrick 2003 $10,000 7/29/02 $10,000 10/7/02
2004 $10,000 7/29/02 $10,000 10/2/03
2009 $2,500 11/13/09 $2,500 11/13/09
TPF-5(068) Long-Term Maintenance
of Load and Resistance
Factor Design
Specifications
Active The objective of this project is to provide
assistance to the AASHTO Highway
Subcommittee on Bridges and Structures in
interpreting, implementing, revising and
refining the AASHTO Load and Resistance
Factor Design (LRFD) documents.
Iowa
Department of
Transportation
American Association
of State Highway
Transportation Officials
(AASHTO)
TAC Member TBD
(Formerly
Gordon D.
Barton)
2003 $20,000 8/1/02 [1] $20,000 8/1/02 [1] [1] The 12/9/02 $10,000
pledge for FY03 and
$10,000 pledge for FY05
was rescinded on 1/8/03.
The initial $20,000 was
paid directly to AASHTO,
at the direction of Comr.
James F. Byrnes, Jr., by
the Director of
Fiscal/Special Projects, in
8/02. Another $20,000 will
be paid directly to
AASHTO, by the same
source at a later date.
2005 $20,000 8/1/02 [1] [1]
TPF-5(069) [1] Core Program Services
for a Highway Research,
Development, and
Technology Program:
FFY 2003-2005 (TRB FY
2004-2006)
Completed Every three years, a triennium agreement is
developed among the supporting members of
the TRB, including FHWA and the American
Association of State and Transportation
Officials (AASHTO), which outlines the TRB
core program for that period and includes a 3-
year budget.
The objective of this study is to provide a
mechanism for State transportation
departments to support the TRB's core
program and services.
Federal
Highway
Administration
Transportation
Research Board TAC Member James M.
Sime 2003 $108,960 1/31/03 $108,960 1/31/03 [1] The project was
formerly entitled, TPF-
5(069), "Core Program
Services for a Highway
Research, Development,
and Technology Program:
2004-2006."
2004 $108,960 1/31/03 $108,960 10/2/03
2005 $108,960 1/31/03 $108,960 12/27/04
Federal
Highway
Administration
Federal Highway
Administration,
Midwestern Resource
Center
TPF-5(063) Improving the Quality of
Pavement Profiler
Measurement
Active This project is designed to:
• Deliver sample procurement specifications,
equipment maintenance guidelines and profile
analysis software.
• Establish criteria for verification centers
assist with the development of these
locations.
• Develop and deploy a traceable verification
center.
• Provide technical review of software that:
o Locates surface imperfections that require
corrective repair during construction.
o Relates the surface imperfections to the
highway users.
o Procures for general distribution.
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Transfer
Request
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Date
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ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
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Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
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TPF-5(074) Evaluation of Pre-
Stressed Losses in Long-
Span Post-Tensioned
Bridges
Active The overall reearch objective is to asess the
time-dependent lump sum and refined
prestress loss estimates based ont he current
A
ASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
Previous or more recent research that shows
promise will be reviewed. Changes to the
current lump sum and refined prestress loss
models will be suggested, if necessary, for
application to cast-in-place post-tensioned
bridges. The prestress loss models should
be assessed by means of long-term field
measurements and computer time-step
analyses of cast-in-place post-tensioned box
girder bridges.
California
Department of
Transportation
N/A TAC Member Paul F.
D'Attilio 2004 $5,000 6/9/03 [1] $5,000 12/27/04 [1] [1] The FY04 Pledge was
obligated with FY05 funds.
TPF-5(076) Development of
Geotechnical
Procedures/Operations
Manual
Completed The objective of this project is to develop a
manual that provides detailed technical
guidance on geotechnical procedures and
selection, management, quality, and cost
control of products/services from
geotechnical consultants and drillers. The
project will also include development of a web-
enabled template with an implementation plan
and a user interface application that will allow
state transportation agencies to adopt the
manual in a form that is most suitable to their
needs.
Federal
Highway
Administration
N/A TAC Member Leo L.
Fontaine 2004 $5,000 6/7/03 $5,000 10/2/03
2005 $5,000 6/7/03 $5,000 12/27/04
TPF-5(088) NDE/NDT for Highways
and Bridges Active The objective of this study is to improve the
state-of-the-practice for infrastructure
condition assessment through the application
of nondestructive evaluation (NDE)
technologies. The study will investigate and
develop standards and certification
procedures to enable the widespread
application of NDE by State highway
agencies. The study will also examine the
common needs of State highway agencies
and identify critical condition assessment
challenges. The study will promote
interaction among highway agencies to share
best practices; cross-train engineers and
develop knowledge; and, working groups will
be formed to examine critical issues.
Federal
Highway
Administration
N/A TAC Member David J.
Kilpatrick 2004 $10,000 10/20/03 $10,000 10/24/03
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Request
Transfer
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Date
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FY10
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TPF-5(096) Validation of NDT Results
for Condition Assessment
of Rock Reinforcements
Completed The work proposed under this pooled-fund study
consists of validation of NDT results for the
condition assessment of rock reinforcements
through limited destructive testing including lift-off
tests and exhumation of selected reinforcements.
The proposed project will take advantage of
extensive NDT results already obtained in
accordance with NCHRP Report 477 at an
interstate site in New Hampshire. Verification of
NDT results is unique and of significant value to
the transportation community, enhancing the ability
of engineers to perform accurate service life
estimates from NDT results in the future.
The conclusions and recommendations contained
in NCHRP Report 477 state that uncertainty about
the precision, accuracy, sensitivity, reliability and
limitations of the NDT remain. There is a need to
examine the application of NDT under field
conditions where corrosion conditions and details
of distressed elements are known. It is expected
that this pooled-fund study will contribute to
improved confidence in NDT, reducing the need
for invasive testing in the
future and lowering the overall costs
and uncertainty associated with the
condition assessment of metal
reinforcements in geotechnical
applications.
New Hampshire
Department of
Transportation
McMahon & Mann
Consulting Engineers,
P.C. (MMCE)
TAC Member Leo L.
Fontaine 2005 $10,000 9/14/04 $10,000 12/27/04
TPF-5(099) Evaluation of Low Cost
Safety Improvements Active The objective of the proposed research is to
develop reliable estimates of the safety
effectiveness of safety improvements
identified as strategies in the NCHRP Report
500 Guidebooks through scientifically rigorous
before-after evaluations of sites within the
U.S. where these strategies are being
implemented.
Federal
Highway
Administration
N/A TAC Member
TAC Member
John F.
Carey
Joseph P.
Ouellette
2005 $30,000 11/22/04 [1] $30,000 3/16/05 [1] The FY05, FY06 and
FY07 pledges were in
response to Solicitation
No. 884.
2006 $30,000 11/22/04 [1] $30,000 12/19/05
2007 $30,000 11/22/04 [1] $30,000 11/17/06
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Year
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Date
N
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Obligation
Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
T
E
Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
Personnel Assignments t
o
TPF Committees
TPF-5(100) Deicer Scaling Resistance
of Concrete Pavements,
Bridge Decks and Other
Structures Containing
Slag Cement
Completed The objectives of this study are:
• Document the field performance of existing
concrete pavements, bridge decks, and other
structures made with slag cement that have
been exposed to cyclical freeze-thaw cycles
in the presence of deicing chemicals.
• Determine from the field study and
construction/design records which mixtures
and construction parameters have produced
scale-resistant concrete containing slag.
• Determine the effectiveness of ASTM C672
in predicting the deicer scaling behavior of
field concrete. If discrepancies are noted, an
attempt will be made to explain why the lab
tests do not adequately mimic field
performance and alternative procedures will
be recommended to improve the correlation
between lab tests and field performance.
Iowa
Department of
Transportation
N/A TAC Member John W.
Henault 2005 $8,000 1018/04 $8,000 3/16/05
2006 $8,000 10/18/04 $8,000 12/19/05
2007 $9,000 10/18/04 $9,000 11/17/06
TPF-5(105) Transportation Library
Connectivity Active This pooled fund project on Transportation
Library Connectivity focuses on making
transportation information more readily
available through better communication and
coordination among state, federal, academic
and private sector libraries. The study aims to
institutionalize the best practices of individual
transportation libraries and regional
Transportation Knowledge Networks.
Wisconsin
Department of
Transportation
N/A TAC Member Betty S.
Ambler 2009 $5,000 9/23/08 $5,000 11/3/08
2010 $5,000 8/28/09 $5,000 12/10/09
TPF-5(107) Refinement and Field
Validation of Mix Design
Criteria for 4.75 mm
Superpave Mixes
Completed The objective of this study will be to refine
and field validate design criteria for 4.75 mm
NMAS Superpave mixes. Additionally,
guidelines for the production, construction,
and use of this mix type will be developed.
Alabama
Department of
Transportation
N/A TAC Member Nelio J.
Rodrigues 2005 $15,000 6/1/04 $15,000 3/16/05 $15,000 3/16/05
2006 $15,000 6/1/04 $15,000 12/19/05 $15,000 12/19/05
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Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
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E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
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E
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ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
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Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
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NotesContractor(s)
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TPF-5(109) [1] Core Program Services
for a Highway Research,
Development, and
Technology Program:
FFY 2006-2008 (TRB FY
2007-2009)
Active Every three years, a triennium agreement is
developed among the supporting members of
the TRB, including FHWA and the American
Association of State and Transportation
Officials (AASHTO), which outlines the TRB
core program for that period and includes a 3-
year budget.
The objective of this study is to provide a
mechanism for State transportation
departments to support the TRB's core
program and services.
Federal
Highway
Administration
Transportation
Research Board TAC Member James M.
Sime 2006 $126,650 3/16/06 [1] $126,650 11/17/06 [2] [1] The project was
formerly entitled, "TPF-
5(109), "Core Program
Services for a Highway
Research, Development
and Technology Program:
2007-2009."
[2] The 11/17/06 obligation
memo requested an
obligation for FY07
because of the old title.
2007 $126,650 3/16/06 [1] $126,650 8/14/08 [3] [2] The 8/14/08 transfer E-
Mail requested an
obligation for FY08
because of the old title.
2008 $126,650 3/16/06 [1] $126,650 4/7/09
TPF-5(111) Development of
Standards for
Geotechnical
Management Systems
Active The first objective is to survey state and federal
agencies and their consultants to define their
geotechnical field and laboratory testing practices
and the types of geotechnical data that they
collect, archive and reuse through a web based
survey method. Specifically of interest is the type o
f
field and laboratory tests that are routinely
performed, associated data collected, as well as
metadata (data describing data: type of equipment,
etc). Also of concern is the uniformity of testing
practices (i.e. ASTM, AASHTO, etc.), and
description of the data (e.g. soil classification,
strengths, etc.). The survey will cover data at the
dictionary level and will require very detailed and
specific information. From the survey information,
develop a consensus of data definitions to be
accepted in the standard schema. The data
dictionary specifies the meaning of the terms used
in the data base.
The second objective involves the development of
an open and flexible XML (GML compliant) based
data structure and data dictionary geotechnical
management systems. The data structure will defin
e
the form and content (alpha or numeric) of
the data, the precision, the units, the field
size, the type of data acquired, other data
attributes, and the relationships between
the attributes.
Ohio
Department of
Transportation
N/A TAC Member Leo L.
Fontaine 2006 $12,500 8/18/05 $12,500 12/19/05
2007 $12,500 8/18/05 $12,500 11/17/06
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Date
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Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
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E
Transfer
Request
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Date
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O
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E
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ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
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TPF-5(120) [1] Deer Vehicle Crash
Information and Research
(DVCIR) Center Pooled
Fund Study
Active A significant amount of money has been spent on
the implementation and study of deer-vehicle
crash (DVC) countermeasures in the last several
decades, but their expected crash reduction
effectiveness is still largely unknown. The
complexity and interdisciplinary requirements of
implementation and long-term study of the correct
potential DVC countermeasure(s) in the
appropriate locations has limited the usefulness
and transferability of past studies. A need exists to
create a focal point for the definition and
implementation of DVC-related research. This
pooled fund would allow for the creation of a DVC
Information and Research Center (DVCIR Center)
to more properly address issues related to the
DVC problem.
This pooled fund will create a focal point (and/or
location of first consideration) for the collection of
DVC-related data/information (e.g., deer
populations, vehicle travel, reported DVCs, and
roadside carcasses). It will also guide, define, and
fund an organized strategy of well-designed and
properly staffed DVC-related research. The center
created by this pooled fund is
expected to become the primary resource
for well-defined DVC-related
data/information and research results, and
an entity where only those projects that
meet minimum scope, experimental design,
staffing, and documentation requirements
are funded.
Federal
Highway
Administration,
Office of Human
and Natural
Environment
Texas Transportation
Institute TAC Member Scott C.
Williams 2006 $10,000 7/12/06 $10,000 8/25/06 [1] At the inception of TPF-
5(120), the University of
Wisconsin-Madison
Midwest Regional
University Transportation
Center (MRUTC) was the
Contractor for the project
since the Principal
Investigator, Dr. Keith K.
Knapp, was affiliated with
the University of
Wisconsin-Madison
MRUTC. When Dr. Knapp
accepted a position at the
Texas Transportation
Institute (TTI), effective
August 15, 2006, the
Contractor was changed
to TTI.
2008 $10,000 4/2/08 $10,000 8/14/08
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Date
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E
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Date
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ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
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Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
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Project
Number
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o
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TPF-5(132) [1] Investigation of Low
Temperature Cracking in
Asphalt Pavements –
Phase II (MNRoad Study)
Active The main objective of this study is to validate
the laboratory test procedures, models, and
pavement design procedures that come out of
Phase I of this study. This will be
accomplished by monitoring two new test
sections at the Minnesota Road Research
Facility (MnROAD). Phase I was aimed at
developing a fracture mechanics-based
specification for a better selection of asphalt
binders and mixtures with respect to their
resistance to crack formation and
propagation. This fracture mechanics
approach will also be used to investigate the
detrimental effects of aging and moisture on
the fracture resistance of asphalt materials.
This pooled fund study is strictly to perform
the low temperature cracking research on
newly built test sections at MnROAD, and its
funding will come from Mn/DOT and other
participating states. The funding for the
construction of new test sections will be
obtained separately from Mn/DOT and other
partners.
Minnesota
Department of
Transportation
Minnesota Road
Research Facility
(MnROAD)
TAC Member David J.
Kilpatrick 2007 $10,000 5/8/06 $10,000 11/17/06 $10,000 11/17/06 [1] Phase 1 of the study
was performed under the
auspices of TPF-5(080),
“Investigation of Low
Temperature Cracking in
Asphalt Pavements.”
2008 $10,000 5/8/06 $10,000 8/14/08
2009 $10,000 5/8/06 $10,000 4/8/09
2010 $10,000 5/8/06 $10,000 1/6/10
2011 $10,000 5/8/06
TPF-5(141) Pavement Surface
Properties Consortium: A
Research Program
Active The objective of the proposed pool fund is to
establish a research program focused on
enhancing the level of service provided by the
roadway transportation system through
optimized pavement surface texture
characteristics. The initial focus of the
program will be the application of inertial and
laser-based equipment for measuring these
properties. Other questions and issues will be
identified in cooperation with the pool fund
participants. An interactive project solicitation
process will be used to request feedback from
all participants.
Virginia
Department of
Transportation
Virginia Tech TAC Member John W.
Henault 2008 $10,000 9/11/07 $10,000 8/14/08
2009 $10,000 9/11/07 $10,000 4/8/09
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Date
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Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
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E
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ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
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Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
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o
TPF Committees
TPF-5(146) Evaluation of Modified
Performance Grade
Binders in Thin Lift
Maintenance Mixes,
Surface Mix and a
Reflective Crack Relief
Layer Mix
Active The primary objective of this research project
is to design and evaluate maintenance and
rehabilitation HMA mixes as well as develop a
reflective crack relief layer (RCRL) mix
utilizing modified binders. Specifically, thin lift
mixes with a NMAS of 4.75 mm and 9.5 mm
and a surface mix with a NMAS of 12.5 mm
will be developed as maintenance and
rehabilitation mixes using Superpave design
methodology. These mixes will then be
evaluated for their resistance to low
temperature cracking and rutting. The
secondary objective is to compare the
performance of these modified mixes. Finally,
a RCRL mix will be developed and tested for
its potential to prevent or mitigate reflective
cracking.
Massachusetts
Highway
Department
University of
Massachusetts,
Dartmouth
TAC Member Nelio J.
Rodrigues 2006 $10,000 5/11/06 $10,000 8/25/06
2007 $10,000 5/11/06 $10,000 11/17/06
TPF-5(154) Census Transportation
Planning Products
(CTPP) From the
American Community
Survey
Active To provide data tabulations from the
American Community Survey (ACS) that are
designed specifically for the needs of
transportation planners. This data project will
be called Census Transportation Planning
Products (CTPP). This will include tabulations
for residence, workplace, and flow between
home and work. Both 3-year ACS data
aggregates, and 5-year ACS data aggregates
will be used for the tabulations.
The geographic level of detail for the 5-year
ACS will include Transportation Analysis
Zones (TAZs) and census tracts. The data
will be distributed to State DOTs and MPOs
using the best format available which may
include Internet or CDs and DVDs.
In addition to data tabulations, the project will
include technical support, training and
capacity building, research, and project
oversight.
Federal
Highway
Administration
American Association
of State Highway
Transportation Officials
(AASHTO)
TAC Member
TAC Member
Charles S.
Barone
Donna L.
Weaver
2007 $67,678 3/28/07 $67,678 3/28/07 [1] [1] FHWA appears to have
obtained all funds as
direct payments from the
states.
The TPF-5(154) record in
the FMIS M85A report has
disappeared.
Through efforts
independent of this office,
the Department has
deobligated its TPF funds
and send payment directly
to AASHTO. The type of
funds used (maybe 100%
federal SPR?) is unknown.
TPF-5(154) remains in the
www.pooledfund.org
website.
TPF-5(168) New England
Transportation
Consortium (NETC) IV:
2008
Completed The objectives of the NETC program are: 1)
Implementation of a three-pronged program
for the New England region consisting of
research and development; technology
transfer; and, education and training; 2)
Development of improved methods for
dealing with common transportation
problems; and, 3) Providing an important
source of trained professionals for
employment in the Region.
Connecticut
Department of
Transportation
University of
Massachusetts,
Dartmouth
Policy
Committee
Member
Advisory
Committee
Member
Advisory
Committee
Member and
Lead
Engineer
Comr.
Joseph F.
Marie
James M.
Sime
Dionysia F.
Oliveira
2008 $105,000 - [1]
[2] - - [3] [1] An additional $5,000
was added to the TPF-
5(168) FY08 Pledge to
cover NETC-related travel.
[2] The FY08 pledge of
$105,000 was included in
the FY09 pledge to TPF-
5(201).
[3] FY08 funds were
provided, by transfer
process, in the FY09
transfer to TPF-5(201).
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Date
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ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
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Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
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Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
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o
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TPF-5(171) Evaluation of Non
Intrusive Traffic Detection
Technologies (Phase III)
Active The objective of the proposed project is to
conduct field tests of the latest generation of
non-intrusive traffic sensors. The field tests
will assess the capabilities and limitations in
detecting traffic under a variety of conditions.
Specific test conditions will be driven by the
needs of participating state agencies.
Minnesota
Department of
Transportation
N/A TAC Member Anne-Marie
H.
McDonnell
2007 $10,000 7/30/07 $10,000 8/14/08
2008 $5,000 7/30/07 $5,000 8/14/08
TPF-5(178) Implementation of the
Asphalt Mixture
Performance Tester
(AMPT) for Superpave
Validation
Active This pooled fund study is open to any
highway agency interested in using simple
performance tests to aid in material
characterization for design and analysis of
flexible pavements.
The objectives of this pooled fund study are
to:
(i) nationally procure the SPT for highway
agencies interested in obtaining and using the
SPT to characterize asphalt mixtures
designed using Superpave technology;
(ii) provide support in training technicians to
use the SPT to perform the proposed
standard practices for measuring dynamic
modulus, flow number and flow time of
asphalt mixtures compacted using the
Superpave Gyratory Compactor (SGC); and
(iii) evaluate the nation-wide implementation
and use of the SPT for assessing
performance of asphalt mixtures over a wide
range of climatic conditions, materials, and
structures.
Federal
Highway
Administration
N/A TAC Member Eric D.
Jackson 2008 $60,000 4/1/08 $60,000 8/14/08
2009 $60,000 4/1/08 $60,000 4/8/09
2010 $60,000 4/1/08 $60,000 1/6/10
TPF-5(192) Loop and Length Based
Classification Pooled
Fund
Active Evaluate field test installation methods for
loops to determine the most cost effective
and best performing procedures and
materials.
Determine the number of bins and the length
spacing for each of those bins for uniform
collection of length based classification data.
Establish calibration standards for vehicle
length based meaurements.
Minnesota
Department of
Transportation
TAC Member Anne-Marie
H.
McDonnell
2009 $10,000 12/3/08 $10,000 4/8/09
2010 $10,000 12/3/08 $10,000 1/6/10
2011 $10,000 12/3/08
TPF-5(195) Core Program Services
for a Highway RD&T
Program - FFY 2009
(TRB FY 2010)
Active To provide a mechanism for State
transportation departments to support the
TRB's core program and services.
Federal
Highway
Administration
TBD TAC Member James M.
Sime 2009 $126,650 3/16/09 $126,650 4/7/09
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Type of
Assignment Person(s)
Federal
Fiscal
Year
Pledge Pledge
Date
N
O
T
E
Obligation
Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
T
E
Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
Personnel Assignments t
o
TPF Committees
TPF-5(196) 2009 National Asset
Management Conference Active The 8th National Conference on
Transportation Asset Management, co-
sponsored by TRB and AASHTO and others,
to be held in November 2009, is designed to
be a forum for practitioners, researchers, and
others to share information on a variety of
transportation asset management topics. The
conference will cover surface transportation
modes only. Sessions will cover a broad
range of topics that will be of interest to
agencies that are in the early stages of
implementation of asset management as well
as agencies that are in later stages of the
implementation process.
The objectives of the conference are to:
1. To enhance the working knowledge of the
asset managment personnel in the many
state Departments of Transportation
concerning the best practices for the asset
management; and,
2. To provide a conduit for enhancing the
practical knowledge of pool members
concerning their asset management activities.
Federal
Highway
Administration
Transportation
Research Board (TRB) TAC Member
TAC Member
Colleen A.
Kissane
Donald A.
Larsen
2009 $10,000 11/19/08 $10,000 5/19/09
121
Type of
Assignment Person(s)
Federal
Fiscal
Year
Pledge Pledge
Date
N
O
T
E
Obligation
Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
T
E
Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
Personnel Assignments t
o
TPF Committees
TPF-5(201) New England
Transportation
Consortium (V)
Active To pool the financial, professional, and
academic resources of the region and to use
them to research and develop improved
methods of dealing with common problems in
the planning, design, construction,
maintenance, rehabilitation, reconstruction,
and operation of transportation systems in the
participating states. The program is intended
to supplement, not to replace, ongoing state
and federal research activities and other
national programs such as the Cooperative
Research Programs of the National
Academies.
This is a transportation research program,
where research projects are conducted
primarily by the Land Grant Universities of the
New England states. This study was
preceded by TPF-5(168), SPR-3(089), SPR-
3(029), and SPR-3(009). Other State DOTs
may participate in individual research projects
by providing funds and a project technical
committee member to represent their agency.
Federal
Highway
Administration
TBD Policy
Committee
Member
Advisory
Committee
Member
Advisory
Committee
Member and
Lead
Engineer
Comr.
Joseph F.
Marie
James M.
Sime
Dionysia F.
Oliveira
2009 $315,000 3/18/09 [1]
[2] $315,000 5/19/09 [3] [1] An additional $5,000
per year for FY07, FY08
and FY09, was added to
the TPF-5(201) FY09
Pledge to cover NETC-
related travel.
[2] The FY07 pledge of
$105,000 for SPR-3(089)
and FY08 pledge of
$105,000 for TPF-5(168)
were included in the FY09
pledge to TPF-5(201).
[3] FY07 funds for SPR-
3(089) and FY08 funds
TPF-5(168) were
provided, by transfer
process, in the FY09
transfer to TPF-5(201).
2010 $105,000 3/18/09 [4]
[5] [4] An additional $5,000
was added to the TPF-
5(201) FY10 Pledge to
cover NETC-related travel.
[5] The FY10 Pledge of
$105,000 was originally
pledged to TPF-5(201)
and then repledged to TPF
-
5(222). FY10 funds for
the NETC program will be
provided, by transfer
process, to TPF-5(222).
2011 $105,000 3/18/09 [6]
[7] [6] An additional $5,000
was added to the TPF-
5(201) FY11 Pledge to
cover NETC-related travel.
[7] The FY11 Pledge of
$105,000 was originally
pledged to TPF-5(201)
and then repledged to TPF
-
5(222). FY11 funds for
the NETC program will be
provided, by transfer
process, to TPF-5(222).
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Type of
Assignment Person(s)
Federal
Fiscal
Year
Pledge Pledge
Date
N
O
T
E
Obligation
Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
T
E
Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
Personnel Assignments t
o
TPF Committees
TPF-(201)
(continued) New England
Transportation
Consortium (V)
Active 2012 $105,000 3/18/09 [8]
[9] [8] An additional $5,000
was added to the TPF-
5(201) FY12 Pledge to
cover NETC-related travel.
[9] The FY12 Pledge of
$105,000 was originally
pledged to TPF-5(201)
and then repledged to TPF
-
5(222). FY12 funds for
the NETC program will be
provided, by transfer
process, to TPF-5(222).
2013 $105,000 3/18/09 [10]
[11] [10] An additional $5,000
was added to the TPF-
5(201) FY13 Pledge to
cover NETC-related travel.
[11] The FY13 Pledge of
$105,000 was originally
pledged to TPF-5(201)
and then repledged to TPF
-
5(222). FY13 funds for
the NETC program will be
provided, by transfer
process, to TPF-5(222).
TPF-5(220) Accommodating
Oversize/Overweight
Vehicles at Roundabouts
Active The objectives are to: 1. Compile current
practice and research by various states and
countries related to the effects that
oversize/overweight vehicles (also called
super loads) have on roundabout location,
design and accommodation, and 2. Fill in
information gaps with respect to roundabout
design and operations for these classes of
vehicles.
Kansas
Department of
Transportation
Kansas State
University TAC Member William W.
Britnell 2009 $10,000 2/4/08 $10,000 10/29/09
2010 $10,000 2/4/08 $10,000 1/6/10
2011 $10,000 2/4/08
123
Type of
Assignment Person(s)
Federal
Fiscal
Year
Pledge Pledge
Date
N
O
T
E
Obligation
Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
T
E
Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
Personnel Assignments t
o
TPF Committees
TPF-5(222) New England
Transportation
Consortium (VI)
Active To pool the financial, professional and
academic resources of the region and to use
them to research and develop improved
methods of dealing with common problems in
the planning, design, construction,
maintenance, rehabilitation, reconstruction,
and operation of transportation systems in the
participating states. The program is intended
to supplement, not to replace, ongoing state
and federal research activities and other
national programs such as the Cooperative
Research Programs of the National
Academies.
Vermont
Agency of
Transportation
Policy
Committee
Member
Advisory
Committee
Member
Advisory
Committee
Member and
Lead
Engineer
Comr.
Joseph F.
Marie
James M.
Sime
Dionysia F.
Oliveira
2010 $105,000 12/31/09 [1]
[2] $5,000 TBD [3] [1] An additional $5,000
was added to the TPF-
5(201) FY10 Pledge to
cover NETC-related travel.
[2] The FY10 Pledge of
$105,000 was originally
pledged to TPF-5(201)
and then repledged to TPF
-
5(222). FY10 funds for
the NETC program will be
provided, by transfer
process, to TPF-5(222).
[3] In FY10, $5,000 to
cover NETC-related travel
will be transferred to TPF-
5(222). The remainder of
the FY10 pledge,
$100,000, will be
transferred to TPF-5(222),
in FY11.
2011 $105,000 12/31/09 [4]
[5] $205,000 TBD [6] [4] An additional $5,000
was added to the TPF-
5(201) FY11 Pledge to
cover NETC-related travel.
[5] The FY11 Pledge of
$105,000 was originally
pledged to TPF-5(201)
and then repledged to TPF
-
5(222). FY11 funds for
the NETC program will be
provided, by transfer
process, to TPF-5(222).
[6] The remainder of the
FY10 pledge, $100,000,
will be transferred to TPF-
5(222), in FY11.
2012 $105,000 12/31/09 [7]
[8] [7] An additional $5,000
was added to the TPF-
5(201) FY12 Pledge to
cover NETC-related travel.
[8] The FY12 Pledge of
$105,000 was originally
pledged to TPF-5(201)
and then repledged to TPF
-
5(222). FY12 funds for
the NETC program will be
provided, by transfer
process, to TPF-5(222).
124
Type of
Assignment Person(s)
Federal
Fiscal
Year
Pledge Pledge
Date
N
O
T
E
Obligation
Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
T
E
Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
Personnel Assignments t
o
TPF Committees
TPF-5(222)
(continued) New England
Transportation
Consortium (VI)
Active 2013 $105,000 12/31/09 [9]
[10] [9] An additional $5,000
was added to the TPF-
5(201) FY13 Pledge to
cover NETC-related travel.
[10] The FY13 Pledge of
$105,000 was originally
pledged to TPF-5(201)
and then repledged to TPF
-
5(222). FY13 funds for
the NETC program will be
provided, by transfer
process, to TPF-5(222).
2014 $105,000 12/31/09 [11] [11] An additional $5,000
was added to the TPF-
5(201) FY14 Pledge to
cover NETC-related travel.
TPF-5(408) National Cooperative
Highway Research
Project - FY2008
Active To conduct research in acute problem areas
that affect highway planning, design,
construction, operation, and maintenance,
nationwide for FFY 2008.
Administered by the Transportation Research
Board (TRB) and sponsored by the member
departments (i.e., individual state
departments of transportation) of the
American Association of State Highway and
Transportation Officials (AASHTO), in
cooperation with the Federal Highway
Administration (FHWA), the National
Cooperative Highway Research Program
(NCHRP) was created in 1962 as a means to
conduct research in acute problem areas that
affect highway planning, design, construction,
operation, and maintenance, nationwide.
Federal
Highway
Administration
Transportation
Reseaarch Board TAC Member James M.
Sime 2008 $493,500 10/1/07 $493,500 10/2/08
TPF-5(409) National Cooperative
Highway Research
Project - FY2009
Active To conduct research in acute problem areas
that affect highway planning, design,
construction, operation, and maintenance,
nationwide for FFY 2009.
Administered by the Transportation Research
Board (TRB) and sponsored by the member
departments (i.e., individual state
departments of transportation) of the
American Association of State Highway and
Transportation Officials (AASHTO), in
cooperation with the Federal Highway
Administration (FHWA), the National
Cooperative Highway Research Program
(NCHRP) was created in 1962 as a means to
conduct research in acute problem areas that
affect highway planning, design, construction,
operation, and maintenance, nationwide.
Federal
Highway
Administration
Transportation
Reseaarch Board TAC Member James M.
Sime 2009 $496,484 11/20/08
[$198,594]
and
5/20/09
[$297,890]
[1]
[2] $496,484 4/709
[$198,594]
and
6/1/09
[$297,890]
[3]
[4] [1] The 11/20/08 pledge
date is the date of the
FHWA Acceptance Memo
for a partial (40%) transfer
of $198,594 for FY09.
[2] The 5/20/09 pledge
date is the date of the
FHWA E-Mail Transfer
Request E-Mail for a
partial (60%) transfer of
$297,890 for FY09.
[3] The 4/7/09 transfer
request was for a partial
(40%) transfer of $198,594
for FY09.
[4] The 6/1/09 transfer
request was for a partial
(60%) transfer of $297,890
for FY09.
125
Type of
Assignment Person(s)
Federal
Fiscal
Year
Pledge Pledge
Date
N
O
T
E
Obligation
Request
Obligation
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
Transfer
Request
Transfer
Request
Date
N
O
T
E
PART F
ConnDOT Participation in FHWA Transportation Pooled Fund Program Research Projects
FY10
Project
Status
N
O
T
E
Lead
Organization
Objective(s)TPF Project Title
TPF
Project
Number
NotesContractor(s)
Funding Information
Personnel Assignments t
o
TPF Committees
TPF-5(410) National Cooperative
Highway Research
Project - FY2010
Active To conduct research in acute problem areas
that affect highway planning, design,
construction, operation, and maintenance,
nationwide for FFY 2009.
Administered by the Transportation Research
Board (TRB) and sponsored by the member
departments (i.e., individual state
departments of transportation) of the
American Association of State Highway and
Transportation Officials (AASHTO), in
cooperation with the Federal Highway
Administration (FHWA), the National
Cooperative Highway Research Program
(NCHRP) was created in 1962 as a means to
conduct research in acute problem areas that
affect highway planning, design, construction,
operation, and maintenance, nationwide.
Federal
Highway
Administration
Transportation
Reseaarch Board TAC Member James M.
Sime 2010 $531,490 12/23/09
[$198,594]
and
4/29/10
[$332,896]
[1]
[2] $531,490 3/9/10
[$198,594]
and
5/28/10
[$332,896]
[3]
[4] [1] The 12/23/09 pledge
date is the date of the
FHWA Acceptance Memo
for a partial (40%) transfer
of $198,594 for FY10.
[2] The 4/29/10 pledge
date is the date of the
FHWA E-Mail Transfer
Request E-Mail for a
partial (60%) transfer of
$332,896 for F10.
[3] The 3/9/10 transfer
request was for a partial
(40%) transfer of $198,594
for FY10.
[4] The 5/28/10 transfer
request was for a partial
(60%) transfer of $332,896
for FY10.
Soliciation
Number 1267 Demonstration and
Purchase of PG Binder
Testing Equipment
Proposed To conduct a Pooled Fund project, similar to
the one conducted earlier by FHWA, here in
the northeastern part of the country. In Phase
1, researchers will arrange, for participating
state DOTs, a demonstration of lab
equipment options for PG binder testing.
Then, in a second phase, CAP Lab will
facilitate a pooled-fund purchase of asphalt-
binder laboratory test equipment for
interested state DOTs.
Connectcut
Department of
Transportation
University of
Connecticut,
Connecticut Advanced
Pavement laboratory
(CAP Lab)
TAC Member Ravi V.
Chandran 2010 $5,000 6/16/10 $5,000 TBD
Soliciation
Number TBD Core Program Services
for a Highway RD&T
Program - FFY 2010
(TRB FY 2011)
Proposed To provide a mechanism for State
transportation departments to support the
TRB's core program and services.
Federal
Highway
Administration
TBD TAC Member James M.
Sime 2010 $126,650 TBD $126,650 TBD
Soliciation
Number TBD Core Program Services
for a Highway RD&T
Program - FFY 2011
(TRB FY 2012)
Proposed To provide a mechanism for State
transportation departments to support the
TRB's core program and services.
Federal
Highway
Administration
TBD TAC Member James M.
Sime 2011 $126,650 TBD
Soliciation
Number TBD Core Program Services
for a Highway RD&T
Program - FFY 2012
(TRB FY 2013)
Proposed To provide a mechanism for State
transportation departments to support the
TRB's core program and services.
Federal
Highway
Administration
TBD TAC Member James M.
Sime 2012 $126,650 TBD
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PART G
Proposed Research Projects for FY10/11
126
One of the responsibilities of the Division of Research is to gather
descriptions of transportation-related problems and innovative ideas to be
researched through numerous state, regional and national transportation-research
programs. In the past, solicitations for suggested research for each program
were done at different times throughout the year. Since 1997, the Division has
streamlined this process by combining most requests into a single annual bulletin
titled, “Combined Solicitation of Research Needs.” The annual solicitation is
released each November. Research needs are reviewed and directed to the research
program best able to address the need. In Part G are those research needs that
are anticipated to be addressed by the Department’s research engineers, either
through in-house projects or in cooperation with the Connecticut Transportation
Institute at the University of Connecticut.
TITLE: Research Peer Exchange Follow-Up
PROJECT NUMBER: Unassigned
RESEARCH AGENCY: ConnDOT Division of Research
OBJECTIVE(S):
To follow-up on the 2006 Connecticut Research Peer Exchange with a prioritization
and development of procedures and applications for those practices and concepts
identified in the Exchange that appear to have applicability to ConnDOT.
TITLE: E-HIWAY: A Web-Based Photolog Viewing Tool
PROJECT NUMBER: Unassigned
RESEARCH AGENCY: ConnDOT Division of Research
OBJECTIVE(S):
To provide a Photolog viewing and printing capability over the Internet using
Microsoft’s Internet Explorer or equivalent Web browser. This project would
specifically address Photolog digital-image retrieval by outside governmental
agencies, the public and private sector using various means to connect to a
Photolog-image Web server. Develop, also, a system for password-protected
accounts and a user-order management system for certified Photolog prints.
PART G (continued)
127
TITLE: Quiet Pavement Research in Connecticut
PROJECT NUMBER: Unassigned
RESEARCH AGENCY: ConnDOT Division of Research
OBJECTIVE(S):
To evaluate and compare the contribution of existing pavement to traffic noise
produced in Connecticut; install, monitor, and evaluate pavement new to
Connecticut to determine if noise can be reduced at the tire/pavement interface
without compromising road safety and the durability of the pavement; and test
modifications to existing pavement mix designs to determine if quieter pavements
can be placed without compromising road safety and the durability of the
pavement.
NOTE: Project anticipated to be funded primarily by Legislature through bonded
project, where UConn CAP Lab directed to conduct the study. ConnDOT anticipated
to participate in supporting role.
TITLE: Evaluation of the Laser Transverse Profiler (Laser XVPTM)
PROJECT NUMBER: Unassigned
RESEARCH AGENCY: ConnDOT Division of Research
OBJECTIVE(S):
To evaluate the benefits of data collected with a transverse profiler/scanning
laser (Laser XVPTM) as compared to existing photolog equipment (ARAN® Smart Rutbar
and Laser SDPTM); develop accuracy statements for the new laser transverse profiler;
implement access to laser transverse profiler data in DigitalHIWAY client/server software;
and, develop an implementation plan with Pavemetn Management to utilize the new laser
transverse profiler data.
TITLE: Applications of Retro-Reflective Wire Rope
PROJECT NUMBER: Unassigned
RESEARCH AGENCY: ConnDOT Division of Research
OBJECTIVE(S):
To install, monitor, and evaluate the performance of a reflective coating on the
wire rope used with the Narrow Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (NCIAS);
upgrade the six existing NCIAS systems with retro-reflective wire rope and to
meet NCHRP Report 350 requirements; and investigate other possible applications
and uses for reflective wire rope, such as on certain sections of cable guide
rail.
PART G (continued)
128
TITLE: Integration of Welder Certification System with SiteManager
PROJECT NUMBER: Unassigned
RESEARCH AGENCY: ConnDOT Division of Research
OBJECTIVES:
To detect and prevent fraud in ConnDOT’s Welder Certification System, and thereby
improve quality assurance by field inspectors, as well as reduce the risk of
unqualified welders performing welds on steel structures and thereby compromising
weld quality by replacing a system first developed in 1997 through a research
project. The specific goals are to redesign, procure and implement a new Welder-
Photo ID System that provides identification card printing and certified welder
tracking capabilities; imports existing welder databases to the system; exports
updated databases to SiteManager for field inspector access; provides management
access to welder certification reports; and, provides inspector access to welder
information in the field for welder verification.
TITLE: Long-Term Monitoring of Connecticut’s “Dragnet” Truck Escape Ramp (TER)
PROJECT NUMBER: Unassigned
RESEARCH AGENCY: ConnDOT Division of Research
OBJECTIVE(S):
To monitor and evaluate performance of new truck escape ramp techniques.
TITLE: Implementation of Test Methods for Assessing the Workability
Characteristics of Self-Consolidating Concrete
PROJECT NUMBER: Unassigned
RESEARCH AGENCY: ConnDOT Division of Research
OBJECTIVE(S):
1. To implement the use of test methods for assessing the workability
characteristics of self-consolidating concrete (SCC) used at precast
concrete plants. These characteristics include: filling ability, passing
ability, filling capacity, and segregation resistance.
a. To measure filling ability of SCC with the slump flow and the T50
(ASTM 1611) test methods.
b. To measure passing ability of SCC with the J-Ring flow (ASTM C 1621)
and L-box test methods.
c. To measure the filling capacity of SCC with the caisson test.
d. To measure the segregation resistance of SCC with the column
technique (ASTM C 1610), the visiual stability index (ASTM C 1611),
and the surface settlement test.
2. To document the workability characteristics of SCC mixes used at precast
plants producing concrete products for ConnDOT.
3. To draft specifications for requiring the use of these test methods.
PART G (continued)
129
TITLE: Multicasting and Internet Webcasting for Transportation Research and
Implementation
PROJECT NUMBER: Unassigned
RESEARCH AGENCY: ConnDOT Division of Research
OBJECTIVE(S):
To evaluate multicasting on WAN-based Windows Media server within the
Department’s wide area network, to deliver implementation of research materials;
and, evaluate streaming on Internet World Wide Web-based Windows Media server at
the DOIT state data center to deliver high-definition materials facilitating
implementation of research.
PART H
131
Listing of Reports on 100% Federally Funded Research Projects
Completed, Discontinued, or Reassigned
Highway Safety Projects
R.P. HS 412-002-180 - Skid Resistance of Pavement and Bridge Decks
1. Dougan, C. E., "Preliminary Observations on Pavement Surface Skid
Resistance," May 1968.
2. Dougan, C. E., "Skid Resistance on Connecticut Highways," September 1968.
3. Ganung, G. A., "Development and Implementation of a Skid Test Program in
Connecticut, Report 1," April 1971.
4. Ganung, G. A., and Christman, R., "Development and Implementation of a Skid
Test Program in Connecticut, Report 2, 1971 Activities," April 1972.
R.P. HS 7412-1206 - Friction Testing of the Secondary Road
System in Connecticut
1. Ganung, G. A., "Friction Survey of the State Secondary System, Report 1,"
April 1973.
2. Ganung, G. A., "Friction Survey of the State Secondary System, Report 2,"
March 1974.
R.P. 170-158 - FHWA Task Order No. 1, Field Installation and Evaluation
of Post-Mounted Delineators
1. Liptak, R. E., "Field Installation and Evaluation of Post-Mounted Delineators
- Final Report," Report No. 158-F-80-9, July 1980.
R.P. 170-199 - FHWA Task Order No. 2, Pavement Patching Demonstration and
Evaluation
1. Ganung, G. A., et al., "Field Application and Evaluation of Pavement Patching
Materials - Final Report," Report No. 199-F-81-1, January 1981.
R.P. 170-983 - Development of an FHWA Implementation Package for the
Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (CIAS)
1. Division of Research Staff, "A Guide for the Repair of the Connecticut
Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS)," Report No. FHWA-CT-91-983, November
1991.
2. Lohrey, E. C., "Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (CIAS)," Informational
Brochure, Report No. FHWA-CT-91-983, November 1991.
PART H (continued)
132
Highway Safety Projects (continued)
R.P. 170-1884 – CTTRANSIT Demonstration and Evaluation of Hybrid Diesel Electric
Transit Buses
1. Connecticut Academy of Science, “Review of CTTRANSIT Diesel Bus Research
Program,” Published March 18, 2003.
2. Warren, S. W., “Demonstration and Evaluation of Hybrid Diesel Electric
Transit Buses, Interim Report No. 1,” Report No. CT-170-1884-1-03-12,
September 2003.
3. Warren, S. W., “Demonstration and Evaluation of Hybrid Diesel Electric
Transit Buses, Interim Report No. 2,” Report No. CT-170-1884-2-04-1,
December 2003.
4. Warren, S. W., “Demonstration and Evaluation of Hybrid Diesel Electric
Transit Buses, Interim Report No. 3,” Report No. CT-170-1884-3-04-5, March
2004.
5. Warren, S. W., “Demonstration and Evaluation of Hybrid Diesel Electric
Transit Buses, Interim Report No. 4,” Report No. CT-170-1884-4-04-11, June
2004.
6. Warren, S. W., “Demonstration and Evaluation of Hybrid Diesel Electric
Transit Buses, Interim Report No. 5,” Report No. CT-170-1884-5-04-12,
October 2004.
7. Warren, S. W., “Demonstration and Evaluation of Hybrid Diesel Electric
Transit Buses, Interim Report No. 6,” Report No. CT-170-1884-6-05-1,
January 2005.
8. Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering, “Demonstration and Evaluation
of Hybrid Diesel Electric Transit Buses,” Report No. CT-170-1884-F-05-10,
October 2005.
R.P. 77-171 - RTAP Project #65, Local Road Superintendents Handbook on
Supervisory Practices
1. Transportation Institute, Technology Transfer Center, "RTAP Project #65 Pilot
Workshop Summary Report," June 1990.
2. Huffmire, D. W., "Successful Supervision for Local Road Supervisors - A
Handbook to Help You Manage, Motivate, Communicate," June 1990.
3. Huffmire, D. W., "Managing, Motivating and Communicating Your Way to
Successful Supervision - An Instructor's Guide for a Workshop for Local
Road Supervisors," June 1990.
R.P. 300-77 – Devon Railroad Bridge Monitoring
1. D’Attilio, P.F., Feldblum, E.G., Lauzon, R.G., “Strain Monitoring of the
Devon Railroad Bridge,” December 2001.
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Highway Safety Projects (continued)
SPR 704-902 – Safety Project and Program Evaluation
1. Annino, Julie M., “Rumble Strips in Connecticut: A Before/After Analysis of
Safety Benefits,” Report No. CT-902-F-04-3, August 2003.
TPF-5(062) – Coordination of Pavement Activities in the Northeast
1. Dougan, C. E., “Policies and Procedures for the Coordination of Pavement
Activities in the Northeastern United States,” Report No. CT-TPF-5(062)-2-
04, January 2004.
PART I
134
Listing of Reports on Federally Funded Research Projects
State (Highway) Planning and Research Projects
HPR-36 - Continuously Reinforced Concrete Pavement, I-84, Southington
1. Dougan, C. E., "Construction of the Continuously Reinforced Concrete
Pavement, I-84, Southington," January 1964.
2. Dougan, C. E., "Performance of the Continuously Reinforced Concrete Pavement
After Three Years of Service, I-84, Southington," November 1965.
3. Sternberg, F.E., "Report on Distressed Area in the Continuously Reinforced
Concrete Pavement, I-84, Southington," April 1965.
4. Sternberg, F. E., "Report on Condition and Performance of the Steel Bridge
Finger-Type Terminal Joints on Continuously Reinforced Concrete Pavement,
I-84, Southington," July 1965.
5. Sternberg, F. E., "Report on Failure of Welded Wire Fabric Reinforcement in
Continuously Reinforced Concrete Pavement, I-84, Southington," March 1967.
6. Sternberg, F. E., "Performance of Continuously Reinforced Concrete Pavement,
I-84, Southington - Final Report," June 1969.
HPR-39 - Experimental Bituminous Concrete Study, Southbury-Middlebury
1. Bowers, D. G., "Experimental Bituminous Concrete Pavement Study, Southbury-
Middlebury I, Construction Report," January 1967.
2. Sternberg, F. E., "Experimental Bituminous Concrete Pavement Study, Route I-
84, Southbury and Middlebury, Report 2 Analysis of Various Data Obtained
During and After Construction," February 1968.
3. Sternberg, F. E., "Recommended Additional Control of the Depth of Bituminous
Pavement During Construction," May 1965.
HPR-40 - Experimental Bituminous Concrete Study, Groton
1. Bowers, D. G., "Experimental Bituminous Concrete Pavement Study, Rt. I-95,
Groton, Report I, Construction," June 1965.
2. Bowers, D. G., "Experimental Bituminous Concrete Pavement Study Rt. I-95,
Groton, Report II, Analysis of Various Data Obtained During and After
Construction," October 1970.
3. Bowers, D. G. and Sternberg, F. E., "Final Report on Experimental Bituminous
Concrete Pavements - I-84, Southbury-Middlebury, I-95, Groton," August
1972.
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HPR-55 - Experimental Self-Stressing Concrete, Route 2, Glastonbury
1. Dougan, C. E., "An Experimental Self-Stressing Concrete Pavement, Rt. 2,
Glastonbury I, Construction Report," April 1964. Published in TRB
Transportation Research Record (TRR) No. 112.
2. Dougan, C. E., "An Experimental Self-Stressing Concrete Pavement, Route 2,
Glastonbury: II, Four Year Pavement Evaluation," March 1968.
3. Bowers, D. G., "An Experimental Self-Stressing Concrete Pavement, Route 2,
Glastonbury: III, Final Report," January 1971. Published in TRB
Transportation Research Record (TRR) No. 291.
4. Christman, R., "Corrosion on Reinforcement, Experimental Self-Stressing
Concrete Pavement, Route 2, Glastonbury," May 1971.
HPR-219 - Statistical Quality Control of Plant-Mixed Bituminous Concrete
1. Sternberg, F. E., Statistical Quality Control of Plant-Mixed Bituminous
Concrete," March 1971.
SPR-0222(1), "A Study of Bus Propulsion Technologies Applicable in Connecticut"
(CASE Study)
1. “A Study of Bus Propulsion Technologies Applicable in Connecticut:
Executive Summary,” Report No. CT-222-44-01-11, 2001.
2. Foyt, George, “Study Update: Bus Propulsion Technologies Applicable in
Connecticut,” Report No. CT-222-42-03-15, March 2003.
SPR-0222(2), " Transportation Investment Evaluation Methods and Tools: A
Preliminary Best-Practices Survey" (CASE Study)
1. Werle, Michael, “Transportation Investment Evaluation Methods and Tools: A
Preliminary Best-Practices Survey,” Report No. CT-222-45-02-10, February
15, 2002.
SPR-0222(3), "Review of CTTRANSIT Diesel Bus Research Program" (CASE Study)
1. Hoffnagle, Gale, Levinson, Herbert, Robson, Fred and Sangiovanni, Joseph,
“Review of CTTRANSIT Diesel Bus Research Program,” Report No. CT-222-41-03-
14, March 18, 2003.
SPR-0222(4), "A Study of Railcar Lavatories and Waste Management Systems" (CASE
Study)
1. Strauss, Richard H., “A Study of Railcar Lavatories and Waste Management
Systems,” Report No. CT-222-36-04-7, May 2004.
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SPR-0222(5), "Information Technology Systems for Use in Incident Management and
Work Zones" (CASE Study)
1. Fang, Clara, “Information Technology Systems for Use in Incident Management
and Work Zones,” Report No. CT-222-39-06-01, February 2006.
HPR-227 - Comparison of Traffic Paints
1. Button, E. F., DeLoach, W. and Kos, F., "Evaluation of Centerlines Applied by
Contractors During 1969," February 1970.
2. Button, E. F., "Comparison of Representative Traffic Paints," April 1972.
HPR-228 - Vehicle Behavior Under Real Conditions at Impact-Attenuation Devices
1. Bowers, D. G. and Hudson, J. H., "Photographic Surveillance of Highway Safety
Devices," March 1973.
2. Bowers, D. G., "Vehicle Behavior Under Real Conditions at Impact-Attenuation
Devices - Final Report," June 1975.
HPR-331 - Effects of Deicing Salts on Soils and Vegetation
1. Button, E. F., "Determination of the Effects of Deicing Salts Upon Trees,
Shrubs, and Soils - Report 1," November 1973.
2. Rubins, E. J., "Summary of 175-331 Soil Samples - 1973," December 1973.
3. Button, E. F., Rubins, E. J., Woodward, M. A. and Griffin, G. F., "Effects of
Deicing Salts and Lead Upon Trees, Shrubs and Soils in Connecticut," Final
Report, January 1977. Report No. 331-F-76-9.
HPR-332 - Loading History of Selected Bridges - I-95
1. Bowers, D. G., "Loading History, Span No. 10, Yellow Mill Pond Bridge, I-95,
Bridgeport, Connecticut," June 1971.
2. Bowers, D. G., Summary Report - Loading History - Span No. 10, Yellow Mill
Pond Bridge, I-95, Bridgeport, Connecticut," January 1973.
HPR-339 - Photologging
1. Bowers, D. G., Hudson, J. H. and Sugland, L. E., "Operations Manual for
Photolog System," Connecticut Department of Transportation, March 1974.
2. Bowers, D. G., "Photologging Guidelines for the Update and Refilming of the
State Highway System," Connecticut Department of Transportation, April
1976. Report No. 339-2-76-5
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HPR-343 - Implementation of Research Findings
1. Button, E. F., "Implementation Package for Vegetation and Erosion Control
Under Guide Rails and Median Barriers," March 1969.
2. Christman, R., "Report to the Legislature on the Performance and Effects of
Studded Tires," December 1972.
3. Christman, R., "Report to the Legislature on the Performance and Effects of
Studded Tires - Report II," January 1974.
4. Lane, K. R., "Installation of a Tire-Sand Internal Barrier System in
Connecticut," August 1975.
5. Buckley, W., Hudson, J. and Bowers, D., "An Open-Graded Bituminous Concrete
Overlay, I-91, Cromwell-Wethersfield - Construction Report," October 1975.
6. Button, E. F. and Kasinskas, M. M., "Snow and Ice Control - ConnDOT Research,
Operations and Policy," December 1975.
7. Christman, R., "Comments Offered by the Connecticut Department of
Transportation on Kennametal, Inc. Report Entitled 'Studded Tires, The
Winter Winner,'" February 1976.
8. Dougan, C. E., "ConnDOT Use of the Transportation Research Board's (TRB)
Research Correlation Service," Report No. 343-1-76-8, July 1976.
9. Lane, K. R., "Laboratory Tests on a Mechanical Strain Gage Recorder," Report
No. 343-1-76-12, October 1976.
10. Button, E. F., "Performance of a Tire-Sand Inertial Barrier System in
Connecticut - Final Report," Report No. 343-F-77-6, May 1977.
11. Bowers, D. G., "Performance of an Open-Graded Bituminous Concrete Overlay,"
Report No. 343-4-78-11, October 1978.
12. Christman, R. and Sime, J. M., "Summary Report - The Performance and Effects
of Studded Tires in Connecticut," Report No. 343-3-78-5, March 1978.
13. Button, E. F., "Implementation of Research - Annual Report," Report No. 343-
13-79-11, June 1979.
14. Button, E. F., "Implementation of Research - Annual Report," Report No. 343-
14-80-5, June 1980.
15. Dougan, C. E., et. al., "Photologging - A Maintenance Management Tool,"
Report No. 343-15-80-8, May 1980. Published in TRB Transportation Research
Record (TRR) No. 781.
16. Carney, J. F., III, and Larsen, D. A., "Accident Experience with the
Connecticut Crash Cushion," Report No. 343-16-80-19, December 1980.
17. Dougan, C. E., "Performance Observations on Open-Graded Bituminous Concrete
Overlays in Connecticut," Report No. 343-17-81-7, May 1981.
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HPR-343 - Implementation of Research Findings (continued)
18. Dougan, C. E., "Patching Materials for Portland Cement Concrete Pavements,"
Report No. 343-18-81-9, May 1981. Published by TRB, "National Seminar on
PCC Pavement Recycling and Rehabilitation."
19. Dougan, C. E., "Bridge Inspection: Its Purpose and the Nationwide Needs,"
Report No. 343-19-84-7, August 1984, for presentation at the International
Public Works Congress and Equipment Show. Philadelphia, Pa., September 15-
20, 1984.
20. Division of Research Staff, "Report to the General Assembly on the
Feasibility of Expanding the Use of Demolition Materials in Projects
Undertaken by the Department of Transportation," Report No. 343-20-88-13,
December 1988.
21. Larsen, D. A., "Feasibility of Utilizing Waste Glass in Pavements," Report
No. 343-21-89-6, June 1989.
22. Dougan, C. E., "Nomination of the Connecticut Crash Cushion for the
Administrator's Highway Safety Award," Report No. 343-22-87-7, October
1987.
23. Dougan, C. E., "Nomination of the Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System for
the Administrator's Highway Safety Award," Report No. 343-23-87-8, October
1987.
24. Division of Research Staff, "Nomination of the Connecticut Impact-Attenuation
System for the Federal Highway Administration's Biennial Award for
Excellence in Highway Design," Report No. 343-24-90-7, May 1990.
25. There is no Report No. 343-25.
26. Division of Research Staff, "Past and Current Use of Recycling by the
Connecticut Department of Transportation," Report No. 343-26-91-1, March
1991.
27. Lewis, T., "Analysis of Axially and Laterally Loaded Rock-Socketed Drilled
Shafts with Steel Casings (Tom Lewis' Master Thesis, UConn)," Report No.
343-27-91-8, November 1991.
28. Division of Research Staff, "Recycling in Connecticut Department of
Transportation Construction and Maintenance Projects - A Progress Report to
the General Assembly," Report No. 343-28-92-1, February 1992.
29. Antin, Vikram, “A Comparison of Compressive Strengths of Cylindrical Concrete
Specimens Size 4 x 8 Inch with Size 6 by 12 Inch,” Report No. 343-29-94-6,
December 1993.
30. Sime, J. M., “Evaluation of Electric Vehicles as an Alternative for Work-trip
and Limited Business Commutes – Final Report,” Report No. 343-30-99-1,
January 1999.
31. Moffett, J.V., “The 2008 Transportation Design Challenge for Connecticut
High School & Middle School Students,” TRB Paper No. 09-1099, Presented at
the 2009 Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting, Washington,
D.C., January 2009.
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HPR-344 - Mechanical Strain Gages on Bridges
1. Jackson, C. A. and Feldt, G. V., "Interim Engineering Report - Investigation
of Mechanical Strain Recorder System for Monitoring Traffic-Induced Strains
on Connecticut Highway Bridges," January 1974, Technology Inc., Dayton,
Ohio.
2. Dickey, R. L. and Severyn, T. P., "Final Report - Mechanical Strain Recorder
on a Connecticut Bridge," July 1974, Technology Inc., Dayton, Ohio.
HPR-356 - Friction Characteristics of Paving Materials in Connecticut
1. Ganung, G. A., "Friction Characteristics of Paving Materials in Connecticut -
Report 1," April 1973.
2. Ganung, G. A., "Friction Characteristics of Paving Materials in Connecticut -
Report 2," May 1974.
3. Ganung, G. A., "Friction Characteristics of Paving Materials in Connecticut -
Final Report," May 1975.
HPR-357 - Evaluation of Motorist-Aid Call Box System
1. Korb, S. R., "Experimental Motorist-Aid Call Box Systems (Two-Way Radio
Voice)," Report No. 357-F-76-10, October 1976.
HPR-360 - Development of a Laboratory Data System
1. Christman, R., "Development of a Laboratory Data System - Report 1," March
1973.
2. Christman, R., "Development of a Laboratory Data System - Report 2," November
1973.
3. Buckley, W., "Data Processing Equipment Justification for the Materials
Testing Section," December 1975.
4. Lane, K. R. and Attardi, S., "Development of a Laboratory Data System -
Report III," Report No. 360-3-76-4, May 1976.
5. Lane, K. R., "Materials Testing Data Processing System: MATDAPS - STATPAC -
Final Report," Report No. 360-F-77-4, April 1977.
6. Lane, K. R., "Development of a Laboratory Data System - Executive Summary,"
Report No. 360-S-78-4, March 1978.
HPR-361 - Field Observations of a High-Performance Bridge Barrier System
1. Kasinskas, M. M., "An Energy-Absorbing Frangible-Tube Barrier System - Report
I - Construction," August 1974. Presented at the January 1975 Annual
Meeting of the Transportation Research Board. Published in TRB
Transportation Research Record (TRR) No. 566.
2. Lane, K. R., "An Energy-Absorbing Frangible-Tube Bridge Barrier System -
Final Report," Report No. 361-F-77-2, April 1977.
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HPR-372 - Friction Survey of the Interstate and Primary Systems in Connecticut
1. Ganung, G. A., "Friction Survey of the Interstate and Primary Systems in
Connecticut - Report 1," August 1975.
2. Ganung, G. A., "Friction Survey of the Interstate and Primary Systems in
Connecticut - Report 2," October 1975.
HPR-373 - Experimental Noise Berm
1. Pulaski, J. B., "Experimental Earth Berm Noise Barrier Study, Route I-84,
West Hartford - Final Report," Connecticut Department of Transportation,
March 1976.
HPR-376 - Implementation of Statistical Specifications for Bituminous Concrete
1. Sternberg, F. E., "Statistical Specifications for Two-Course Bituminous
Concrete," December 1972.
2. Sternberg, F. E., "Implementation of Statistical Specifications for Control
of Bituminous Concrete - Report I, February 1974.
3. Lane, K. R., "Implementation of Statistical Specifications for Control of
Bituminous Concrete - Report II," February 1975.
4. Lane, K. R., "Implementation of Statistical Specifications for Control of
Bituminous Concrete - Report III, January 1976.
5. Lane, K. R., "Implementation of Statistical Specifications for Control of
Bituminous Concrete - Report IV," Report No. 376-4-76-11, September 1976.
6. Bowers, D. G. and Lane, K. R., "Implementation of Statistical Specifications
for Control of Bituminous Concrete - Report V, Final Report," Report No.
376-F-76-13, November 1976.
HPR-379 - Acoustic Crack Detector (ACD) - Magnetic Crack Definer (MCD) Evaluation
1. "ACD-MCD Report," Connecticut Department of Transportation, September 1974.
Presented at FHWA-State Seminar and Conference on ACD-MCD Equipment in San
Antonio, Texas, September 15-22, 1974.
2. Nyser, D. T., "Field Inspection and Evaluation of the Acoustic Crack Detector
and Magnetic Crack Definer," Connecticut Department of Transportation,
October 1975.
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HPR-395 - Performance of a CRC Overlay in Connecticut
1. Bowers, D. G., "Performance of a Continuously Reinforced Concrete Overlay in
Connecticut, Report 1, Construction," Report No. 395-1-76-7, June 1976.
2. Bowers, D. G., "Longitudinal Cracking in CRC Overlay in Connecticut," Report
No. 395-2-76-14, November 1976.
3. Bowers, D. G., "Three-Year Performance of a CRC Overlay in Connecticut,"
Report No. 395-3-78-7, May 1978.
4. Bowers, D. G., "Five-Year Performance of a CRC Overlay," Report No. 395-F-80-
2, March 1980.
HPR-396 - Evaluation of the Use of Salt Brine for Deicing Purposes
1. Kasinskas, M. M., "Evaluation of the Use of Salt Brine for Deicing Purposes -
Report 1," April 1975.
2. Kasinskas, M. M., "Evaluation of the Use of Salt Brine for Deicing Purposes -
Report 2," June 1977, Report No. 396-2-77-8.
3. Kasinskas, M. M., "Evaluation of the Use of Salt Brine for Deicing Purposes -
Report 3," Report No. 396-3-78-5, April 1978, Published in TRB Special
Report No. 185.
4. Kasinskas, M. M., "Operations and Maintenance Manual - Brine Distributor,"
Report No. 396-4-79-2, January 1979.
5. University of Connecticut, "Operations Manual for Connecticut Portable Brine-
Hydrodynamic Roadway Deicer System," Report No. 396-5-79-14, December 1979.
6. Research Staff, "Proceedings of the Workshop on the ConnDOT Brine Deicing
System," Report No. 396-6-80-3, April 1980.
7. Kasinskas, M. M., "Field Evaluation of Brine Deicing Units - Winter 1979-80,"
Report No. 396-7-80-7, May 1980.
8. Pickett, M. A. and Carney, J. F., III, "Portable Hydrodynamic Brine Roadway
Deicer System," Published in TRB Transportation Research Record (TRR) No.
833.
9. Kasinskas, M. M., "Field Evaluation of Brine Deicing Units - Winter 1980-
1981," Report No. 396-8-81-8, May 1981.
10. Kasinskas, M. M., "Evaluation of Brine Deicing Units - Final Report," Report
No. 396-F-82-6, May 1982.
HPR-402 - Crash Testing of an Energy-Absorbing Truck Bumper System
1. Carney, J. F., III, "Experimental Evaluation of a Portable Energy-absorbing
System for Highway Service Vehicles - Final Report, For Phase I," Report
No. 402-1-77-3, January 1977.
2. Carney, J. F., III, "Experimental Evaluation of a Portable Energy-Absorbing
System for Highway Service Vehicles - Final Report," Report No. 402-F-79-1,
December 1978. Abridgement Published in TRB Transportation Research Record
(TRR) No. 679.
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142
HPR-402 - Crash Testing of an Energy-Absorbing Truck Bumper System (continued)
3. Carney, J. F., III, "Crash Testing of a Portable Energy-Absorbing System for
Highway Service Vehicles," Published in TRB Transportation Research Record
(TRR) No. 833.
HPR-403 - Wet Weather High Hazard Locations, Identification and Evaluation
1. Ganung, G. A., "Wet Weather High Hazard Locations, Identification and
Evaluation - Report I," Report No. 403-1-77-1, April 1977. (Draft only.)
2. Ganung, G. A., "Wet-Weather High Hazard Locations, Identification and
Evaluation - Final Report," Report No. 403-F-79-4, April 1979.
HPR-466 - Use of Waste Materials in Transportation Construction
1. Sime, J. M., "Use of Waste Materials in Transportation Construction
Projects," Report No. 466-1-78-12, October 1978.
HPR-471 - Recycled Rubber in Roads
1. Stephens, J. E., "Recycled Rubber in Roads," Report No. 471-F-80-15,
September 1980.
HPR-492 - Use of Asphalt Emulsions in Connecticut
1. Sime, J. M., "Use of Asphalt Emulsions in Connecticut - FINAL Report," Report
No. 492-F-82-7, June 1982.
2. Sime, J. M., "Summary and Excerpts from use of Asphalt Emulsions in
Connecticut - Final Report," Report No. 492-S-82-12, November 1982.
HPR-495 - Raised Pavement Markers at Hazardous Locations
1. Liptak, R. E., "Raised Pavement Markers at Hazardous Locations," Report No.
495-1-78-8, May 1978. Memo Report on pull-out test available at the Office
of Research.
2. Liptak, R. E., et al., "Raised Pavement Markers Program in Connecticut -
Evaluation Report," April 1980.
3. Liptak, R. E., "Raised Pavement Markers at Hazardous Locations - Final
Report," Report No. 495-F-800-16, October 1980.
HPR-565 - Evaluation of Sedimentation Basins Constructed on Transportation
Projects
1. Larsen, D. A., "Evaluation of Sedimentation Pools Constructed on
Transportation Projects - Final Report," Report No. 565-F-80-14, September
1980.
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HPR-568 - Friction Survey of the Interstate and Primary Systems in Connecticut
1. Ganung, G. A., "Friction Survey of the Interstate and Primary Systems in
Connecticut," Report No. 568-F-81-12, July 1981.
HPR-569 - Pavement Recycling - Phase I
1. Christman, R. and Lane, K. R., "Summary of Literature Survey for Pavement
Recycling - Phase I Energy, Environmental and Materials Considerations,"
December 1978, ConnDOT, Unpublished.
2. Christman, R. and Lane, K. R., "Pavement Recycling - Bituminous Concrete and
Concrete Mix Designs," Report No. 569-1-79-10, June 1979.
3. Lane, K. R., "Energy Equivalents for Selected Pavement Materials - Their
Production and Placement," Report No. 569-5-81-4, May 1981.
HPR-570 - Assessment of the Rapid, Non-Destructive Testing of Concrete Structures
1. Bowers, D. G., "Assessment of Various Methods of Test for Concrete Strength,"
Report No. 570-F-78-13, December 1978.
HPR-646 - Portland Cement Concrete Pavement Recycling - Phase II
1. Lane, K. R., "Construction of a Recycled Portland Cement Concrete Pavement,"
Report No. 646-1-80-12, September 1980.
2. Ganung, G. A. and Larsen, D. A., "Portland Cement Concrete Pavement
Recycling, I-84, Waterbury - Final Report," Report No. 646-F-86-14, October
1986.
HPR-647 - Bituminous Concrete Pavement Recycling - Phase II
1. Christman, R., "Placement of an Experimental Hot-Mixed Recycled Pavement,"
Report No. 647-1-80-11, August 1980.
2. Lane, K. R., "Placement of an Experimental Heat-Scarified In-Place Recycled
Pavement," Report No. 647-2-81-14, November 1981.
3. Lane, K. R., "Placement of an Experimental Cold-in-Place Recycled Bituminous
Concrete Pavement," Report No. 647-3-82-11, October 1982.
4. Ganung, G. A. and Larsen, D. A., "Performance Evaluation of a Hot-Mixed
Bituminous Pavement, Route 4, Burlington - Final Report," Report No. 647-4-
87-1, February 1987.
5. Ganung, G. A., "Performance Evaluation of a Heat-Scarified In-Place Recycled
Bituminous Pavement, Route 15, Westport - Final Report," Report No. 647-5-
87-2, May 1987 (Draft).
6. Larsen, D. A., "Performance Evaluation of a Cold-In-Place Recycled Bituminous
Pavement, Route 66, Marlborough - Final Report," Report No. 647-6-88-1,
February 1988.
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HPR-722 - Development of a Steel-Pipe Attenuation System
1. Carney, J. F., III, "Report on Model Tests Conducted at the University of
Cambridge, England," Report No. 722-1-80-13, July 1980.
2. Carney, J. F., III, "The Cost and Safety Effectiveness of Portable Stationary
Highway Impact Attenuation Devices," March 1981, Presentation at the ASCE
Specialty Conference on Rehabilitation and Reconstruction of Major
Highways, New Orleans, LA.
3. Carney, J. F., III, "Development and Experimental Evaluation of a Steel-Tube
Vehicles Impact Attenuation System - FINAL REPORT," Report No. 722-2-81-12,
September 1981.
HPR-723 - Energy Considerations in ConnDOT Decisionmaking and Operations
1. Larsen, D. A., et al., "Energy Considerations in ConnDOT Decisionmaking and
Operations - Final Report," Report No. 723-F-80-4, December 1980.
HPR-724 - Passive Solar-Heating Retrofit of a ConnDOT Maintenance Facility
1. Sime, J. M. and Callahan, J. M., "Passive Solar-Heating Retrofit of a
Maintenance Facility - CONSTRUCTION REPORT," Report No. 724-1-82-4, March
1982.
2. Sime, J. M., "Case-History: Successful Passive Solar-Heating Retrofit in
Connecticut." Presented at the ASCE-Conference on Energy Conservation in
Building Design and Construction, Minneapolis, Minnesota, September 15 and
16, 1982.
3. Jackson, D. R. and Callahan, J. M., "Passive Solar Heating Retrofit of a
Maintenance Facility: First-year Performance," Report No. 724-2-82-10,
October 1982.
4. Jackson, D. R. and Callahan, J. M., "Passive Solar-Heating of a Maintenance
Facility: FINAL REPORT," Report No. 724-F-83-16, September 1983.
HPR-801 - Sulfur-Extended Asphalt in Connecticut
1. Kasinskas, M. M., et al., "SEA Pavement Using Sulfur Obtained from Coal
Gasification," Report No. 801-1-81-15, October 1981.
2. Kasinskas, M. M., "Placement of a SEA Pavement Using Elemental Sulfur,"
Report No. 801-2-82-9, September 1982.
3. Kasinskas, M. M., "Use of a Sulfur Extended Asphalt Mix on a Pavement
Rehabilitation Project - Construction Report," Report No. 801-3-86-14,
November 1986.
4. Kasinskas, M. M., "Evaluation of Sulfur Extended Asphalt in Connecticut -
Final Report," Report No. 801-F-92-3, February 1992.
HPR-854 - Pavement Management in Connecticut - Phase I - Feasibility
1. Larsen, D. A., "Pavement Management in Connecticut, Phase I - Feasibility,"
Report No. 854-F-82-13, December 1982.
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HPR-874 - Alternate Energy Sources for ConnDOT's Materials Testing Laboratory -
Phase I
1. Ganung, G. A., "Alternate Energy Sources for ConnDOT's Materials Testing
Laboratory - Feasibility Study," Report No. 874-F-83-1, February 1983.
HPR-876 - Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS)
1. Carney, J. F., III, and Dougan, C. E., "Summary of the Results of Crash Tests
Performed on the Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS)," Report No.
876-1-83-13, December 1983.
2. Carney, J. F., III, and Dougan, C. E., "Summary of the Results of Crash tests
Performed on the Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS) - Appendix,"
Report No. 876-1A-83-13, December 1983.
3. Carney, J. F., III, Dougan, C. E. and Hargrave, M. W., "The Connecticut
Impact-Attenuation System," 64th Annual Meeting of the Transportation
Research Board, Washington, D.C., January 1985.
4. Carney, J. F., III, Dougan, C. E. and Hargrave, M. W., "Connecticut's Unique
Crash Attenuation System," Public Works Magazine, Vol. 1.116 No. 4, April
1985.
5. Juang, Yan Ling, "Construction of the Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System
at Four High-Hazard Locations," Report No. 876-3-84-12, December 1984.
6. Kasinskas, M. M., "A Guide for Maintaining the Connecticut Impact-Attenuation
System (CIAS)," Report No. 876-2-84-10, September 1984.
7. "Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System," TR News, No. 188., May - June 1985.
8. Kasinskas, M. M., "Field Evaluation of the Connecticut Impact-Attenuation
System at Four High Hazard Locations -- Interim Report," Report No. 876-4-
86-8, May 1986.
9. "Connecticut Develops Crash Cushion," AASHTO Quarterly, April 1987 (Article on
the CIAS).
10. Lohrey, E. C., "Field Evaluation of the Connecticut Impact-Attenuation
System at Four High-Hazard Locations - Final Report," Report No. 876-F-88-
2, March 1988.
HPR-887 - Pavement Management in Connecticut - Phase II - Development
1. Research Staff, "Feasibility of Automated Weigh-in-Motion and Classification
Systems in Connecticut," Report No. 887-1-83-15, July 1983.
2. Ganung, G. A., "Pavement Management in Connecticut, Phase II - Development,
Interim Report for Part I - Development of a Safety Index," Report No. 887-
2-84-1, March 1984.
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HPR-887 - Pavement Management in Connecticut - Phase II – Development (continued)
3. Sime, J. M., "Pavement Management in Connecticut, Phase II - Development.
Interim Report for Part II - Visual Rating of Pavement Distress from
Photolog Inventory," Report No. 887-3-84-8, December 1984.
4. Research Staff, "Development of a Pavement Management System for the
Connecticut Department of Transportation. A Progress Report Prepared for
the Connecticut State Legislature," Report No. 887-4-84-9, December 1984.
5. Larsen, D. A., "Pavement Management in Connecticut, Phase II - Development:
Distress Evaluation Manual for Field Performance of Pavements," Report No.
887-5-84-11, December 1984, Revised September 1987.
6. Sime, J. M., "Laser Videodiscs, Computer Graphics for Road Evaluation,"
Better Roads Magazine, March 1985.
7. Henriques, G. H., "Instructions for the Processing and Storing of Photolog
Data," Report No. 887-7-85-3, November 1985.
8. Sime, J. M. and Burns, D. D., "Pavement Management in Connecticut, Phase II -
Development Part 2 Visual Rating of Pavement Distress from Photolog
Inventory, HIWAY Program User Manual," Report No. 887-6-85-2, December
1985.
9. Sime, J. M. and Hudson, J. H., "Photolog Laser Videodisc for Highway
Monitoring, Evaluation and Data Storage," Report No. 887-8-86-2, January
1986.
10. Hudson, J. H. and Sime, J. M., "Procedure Manual for Photolog Laser Videodisc
Production," Report No. 887-9-86-4, January 1986.
11. Research and Photolog Staff, "1985 Photolog Laser Videodisc Cross-Index,"
Report No. 887-10-86-6, April 1986.
12. Bowers, D. G. and Larsen, D. A., "Comparison of Results of Deflection
Measurements Obtained by Three Different Methods," Report No. 887-11-86-11,
June 1986.
13. Sime, J. M. and Wolf, R. E., "Photolog and Field Assessment of Pavement
Distress," Report No. 887-12-86-12, July 1986.
14. Larsen, D. A., "Evaluation of a Network-level Pavement Condition Rating
Procedure Using the Photolog Laser Videodisc System on Connecticut's
Interstate Highways," Report No. 887-14-87-5, July 1987.
15. Larsen, D. A., Sime, J. M. and Hudson, J. H., "Theory to Practice: Photolog
Laser Videodisc and Its Application to Pavement Management in Connecticut,"
Prepared for Second North American Conference on Managing Pavements,
November 2-6, 1987, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
16. Office of Research and Materials, "Guidelines for Pavement Condition Rating
Using the Photolog Laser Videodisc System," December 1988.
17. Hanley, R. C. and Larsen, D. A., "The Connecticut Photolog Laser Videodisc-
Based Pavement Rating System," Prepared for the First International
Conference on Applications of Advanced Technologies in Transportation
Engineering, February 5-8, 1989, in San Diego, California, Report No. 887-
15-89-2, January 1989.
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HPR-887 - Pavement Management in Connecticut - Phase II – Development (continued)
18. Office of Research and Materials, "Status of Pavement Management in the
Connecticut Department of Transportation - A Progress Report on
Implementation of Pavement Management," Report No. 887-16-89-5, March 1989.
19. Pavement Management Staff, "Pavement Condition Report," Connecticut
Department of Transportation, Report No. 887-18-89-9, July 1989.
20. Larsen, D. A. and Sime, J. M., "Objective versus Subjective Pavement Distress
Evaluation Systems," presented at Automated Pavement Distress Data
Collection Equipment Seminar, Ames, Iowa, June 12-15, 1990, Report No. 887-
17-90-1, May 1990.
21. Pavement Management Staff, "Pavement Condition Report," Connecticut
Department of Transportation, Report No. 887-19-90-6, June 1990.
22. Larsen, D. A., Hanley, R. C. and Larson, C. D., "Connecticut DOT Photolog
Laser Videodisc-based Pavement Rating System (PRS) - Overview," Report No.
887-20-90-11, December 1990.
23. Hanley, R. C., "Connecticut DOT Photolog Laser Videodisc-based Pavement
Rating System - 'Rate' Documentation," Report No. 887-21-90-12, December
1990.
24. Palmer, R. L. and Hanley, R. C., "Connecticut DOT Photolog Laser Videodisc-
based Pavement Rating System - 'Analyze' Documentation," Report No. 887-22-
90-13, December 1990.
25. Hanley, R. C., "Connecticut DOT Photolog Laser Videodisc-based Pavement
Rating System (PRS) - 'System Maintenance, Utilities and Training'
Documentation,” Report No. 887-23-90-14, December 1990 (Draft).
26. Hanley, R. C. and Palmer, R. L., "Connecticut DOT Photolog Laser Videodisc-
based Pavement Rating System (PRS) - Documentation," Report No. 887-24-90-
15, December 1990.
27. Larsen, D. A. and Mackertich, A. M., "Guidelines for Pavement Condition
Rating Using the Photolog Laser Videodisc System," Report No. 887-25-90-16
(Revised 1990).
28. Larson, C. D., "Connecticut Department of Transportation Pavement Management
System - A Report on the Requirements and Implementation of the Federal
Highway Administration Pavement Policy," Connecticut Department of
Transportation, March 1991, Memorandum Report.
29. Bowers, D. G., “ARAN Operations Manual - Volume 1: Network- and Project-
Level Image and Data Collection,” Report No. 887-29-96-5, April 1996.
30. Bowers, D. G., “ARAN Operations Manual - Volume 2: Subsystem Calibration,”
Report No. 887-30-96-6, April 1996.
31. Bowers, D. G., “ARAN Operations Manual - Volume 3: Subsystem Diagnostics,”
Report No. 887-31-96-7, April 1996.
32. Bowers, D. G., “ARAN Operations Manual - Volume 4,” Report No. 887-32-96-8,
April 1996.
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HPR-1008 - Installation and Evaluation of a Cathodic Protection System for
Reinforced Concrete Bridge Decks in Connecticut
1. Kasinskas, M. M., “Installation of a Cathodic Protection System in a
Connecticut Bridge Deck," Report No. 1008-1-86-5, February 1986.
2. Kasinskas, M. M., “Installation and Evaluation of a Cathodic Protection
System in a Connecticut Bridge Deck - Final Report," Report No. 1008-F-88-
4, July 1988.
HPR-1080 - Development of a Metal Tube Crash Cushion for Narrow Hazard Sites
1. Carney, J. F., III, "Development of a Metal Tube Crash Cushion for Narrow
Hazard Highway Sites," Report No. 1080-F-86-10, April 1986.
HPR-1084 - Protective Coatings for Structural Steel
1. Kasinskas, M. M., "Installation of Experimental Coating on Structural Steel,"
Report No. 1084-1-91-5, July 1991.
2. Lohrey, E. C., “Field Evaluation of Zinc-Based Protective Coatings for
Structural Steel - FINAL REPORT,” Report No. 1084-F-95-1, October 1995.
3. Lohrey, E. C., “Metallizing Steel Bridges in the Field,” Journal of
Protective Coatings and Linings, Vol. 12, No. 5, pp. 39-50, May 1995.
HPR-1085 - Evaluation of Asphalt Additives
1. Augeri, F. M., "Placement of an Experimental Bituminous Concrete Mixture
Utilizing an Asphalt Additive - Carbon Black," Report No. 1085-1-86-1,
January 1986.
2. Augeri F. M. "Placement of an Experimental Bituminous Concrete Mixture
Utilizing an Asphalt Additive - Verglimit," Report No. 1085-1-87-6,
November 1987.
3. Lohrey, E. C., "Field Evaluation of an Experimental Bituminous Concrete
Pavement Utilizing an Asphalt Additive - Carbon Black," Report No. 1085-3-
91-6, October 1991.
4. Lohrey, E. C., "Field Evaluation of an Experimental Bituminous Concrete
Pavement Utilizing an Ice Retardant Additive - Verglimit - Final Report,"
Report No. 1085-F-92-4, March 1992.
HPR-1086 - Dynamic Bridge Formula Compliance Analyzer (DBFCA) Demonstration
1. Memorandum Report dated November 13, 1985 - Subject: Dynamic Bridge Formula
Compliance Analyzer.
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HPR-1221 - Crash Testing of a Narrow-Site Crash Cushion
1. Dougan, C. E. and Carney, J. F., III, "Summary of the Results of Crash Tests
Performed on the Narrow Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (NCIAS),"
Report No. 1221-1-89-3, March 1989.
2. Dougan, C. E. and Carney, J. F., III, "Summary of the Results of Crash tests
Performed on the Narrow Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (NCIAS),
Appendix," Report No. 1221-1A-89-4, March 1989.
3. Lohrey, E. C., "Repair and Maintenance Manual for the Narrow Connecticut
Impact-Attenuation System (NCIAS)," Report No. 1221-2-90-17, December 1990.
4. Lohrey, E. C., "Construction of the Narrow Connecticut Impact Attenuation
System at Five High-Hazard Locations," Report No. 1221-3-91-2, June 1991,
Published in TRB Transportation Research Record (TRR) No. 1367, Development
and Evaluation of Roadside Safety Features, pp. 47-53, 1992.
5. Lohrey, E. C., “Three (3)-Year Field Evaluation of the Narrow Connecticut
Impact-Attenuation System (NCIAS) - Final Report,” Report No. 1221-F-94-3,
August 1994.
HPR-1222 - Generalized Design for the CIAS
1. Logie, D. S. and Carney, J. F., III, "Connecticut Attenuator Design System
(CADS) - Manual," Report No. 1222-1-88-14, December 1988.
2. Carney, J. F., III, "A Generalized Design for the Connecticut Impact-
Attenuation System," Report No. 1222-F-88-15, December 1988.
3. Carney, J. F., III, "The Connecticut Truck Mounted Attenuator - Final
Report," Report No. 1222-F-88-16, December 1988.
HPR-1340 - Generalized CIAS Design
1. Carney, J. F., III, "The Generalized Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System
(GCIAS) - Crash Test Summary," Report No. 1340-1-92-6, April 1992.
HPR-1341 - Computerized Bridge Information System
1. Lauzon, R. G. and Kuzyk, I., "Demonstration Bridge Information System for
Connecticut, Interim Report," Report No. 1341-1-90-4, June 1990, Revised
September 1990.
2. Lauzon, R. G. and Kuzyk, I., "Development and Implementation of the
Connecticut Bridge Information System," Report No. P-90-4, November 1990.
3. Lauzon, R. G. and Kuzyk, I., "Demonstration Bridge Information System for
Connecticut - Executive Summary," Report No. 1341-2-90-5, December 1990.
4. Lauzon, R. G. and Kuzyk, I., "Demonstration Bridge Information System for
Connecticut - Final Report," Report No. 1341-3-90-9, December 1990.
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HPR-1341 - Computerized Bridge Information System (continued)
5. Lauzon, R. G. and Sime, J. M., “Connecticut Bridge Management Information
System,” Published in TRB Circular No. 423, April 1994. Prepared for
presentation at the 7th conference on Bridge Management, Austin, Texas,
September 15-17, 1993.
6. Lauzon, R. G., “Implementation of the Connecticut Bridge Information System –
Final Report,” Report No. 1341-F-97-2, June 1997.
HPR-1342 - Connecticut Long-Term Pavement Performance Study
1. Larsen, D. A., “Connecticut Long-Term Pavement Performance Study - Final
Report,” Report No. 1342-F-95-7, June 1996.
2. Larsen, D. A., "Connecticut Long-Term Pavement Performance Study – Executive
Summary," Report No. 1342-S-96-11, October 1996.
HPR-1343 - Evaluation of the South Dakota Road Profiler for the Measurement of
Pavement Rut Depths
1. Larsen, D. A., "Evaluation of the South Dakota Road Profiler for the
Measurement of Pavement Rut Depths," Report No. 1343-1-91-7, October 1991.
HPR-1344 - Detection of Frost-Prone Road Beds
1. Scully, J. J., "Detection of Frost-Prone Highway Beds from Surface Roughness
Measurements," Report No. 1344-1-92-2, February 1992.
2. McDonnell, A. H., "Seasonal Variations in Pavement Roughness on Secondary
Roads in Connecticut," Report No. 1344-2-96-3, December 1996.
HPR-1345 - Videodisc-Based Sign Inventory System (VSIS)
1. Hanley, R. C., “Development of the Connecticut Department of Transportation
Videodisc-Based Sign Inventory System,” Report No. 1345-F-94-1, March 1994.
HPR-1408 - Full-Scale Bridge Test to Monitor Vibrational Signatures
1. Lauzon, R. G., "Full-Scale Bridge Testing to Monitor Vibrational Signatures,
Phase 1 Destructive Test - Final Report," Report No. 1408-1-92-7, May 1992.
2. Lauzon, R. G., “Full-Scale Bridge Testing to Monitor Vibrational Signatures,
Phase II - Major Structure Investigation, Interim Report,” Report No.
1408-2-95-5, June 1995.
HPR-1409 - Evaluation of Concrete Removal Methods
1. Lohrey, E. C., “The Use of Hydrodemolition to Remove Deteriorated Concrete
from Bridge Decks,” Report No. 1409-F-96-1, March 1996 (Draft), and
Published in TRB Transportation Research Record No. 1490, Management and
Maintenance of Bridge Structures, pp. 83-89, 1995.
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HPR-1410 - Effect of Ambient Lighting During Photolog Filming on Visual Rating of
Pavements
1. Larsen, D. A., "Effect of Ambient Lighting During Photolog Filming on Visual
Rating of Pavements from Resultant Images - Interim Report," Report No.
1410-1-92-5, April 1992.
2. Larsen, D. A., “Effect of Ambient Lighting During Photolog Filming on Visual
Rating of Pavements from Resultant Images - Final Report,” Report No. 1410-
F-94-2, July 1995.
HPR-1535 - Conversion of Pavement Management Data System from Mainframe to
Personal Computer
1. Hanley, R. C., “Development of Personal Computer-Based (PC) Data System for
Pavement Management,” Report No. 1535-F-94-4, April 1994.
HPR-1538 - Development of a Videowindows PLV Viewing System
1. Hudson, J. H. and Seitz, R. L., “Evaluation of a Videowindows PLV Viewing
System - Final Report,” Report No. 1538-F-95-4, June 1995.
SPR-2107 - Management – New England Transportation Consortium (NETC)
1. Oliveira, D.F., Sime, J.M. and McCarthy, G. M., “The New England
Transportation Consortium (NETC): A Model for the Management of a
Multistate Cooperative Research Program,” TRB Paper No. 09-0840, Presented
at the 2009 Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting, Washington,
D.C., January 2009, and Published in TRB Transportation Research Record
(TRR) No. 2109.
HPR-2303 - Analysis for a Geographic Information System (GIS)
1. Minor, L. M., “GIS Needs Analysis and Implementation Plan for the Connecticut
Department of Transportation,” Report No. 2303-1-94-8, October 1994.
2. Minor, L. M., “GIS Needs Analysis and Implementation Plan for the Connecticut
Department of Transportation - Executive Summary,” Report No. 2303-2-94-9,
October 1994.
HPR-2304 - National Traffic Data Acquisition Conference, 1994
1. Larsen, D. A. and Oliveira, D. F., “National Traffic Data Acquisition
Conference (NATDAC ‘94) Proceedings, Volume I,” Report No. 2304-F1-94-1,
December 1994.
2. Larsen, D. A. and Oliveira, D. F., “National Traffic Data Acquisition
Conference (NATDAC ‘94) Proceedings, Volume II,” Report No. 2304-F2-94-1,
December 1994.
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SPR-2214 (JH 93-4) – “Hydrodynamic and Transport Models of Coastal Waters for Use
in Design and Management of Highway Structures”
1. Lin, J. D., Lefor, M. W., Hua, J. S., Qiu, K. J. and Liao, W. G., “A Pseudo
2-D Hydrodynamic Model for a Tidal River-Wetland System,” Report No. JHR
96-253, December 1996.
2. Lin, J. D., Lefor, M. W., Liao, W. G. and Qiu K. J., “Two-Dimensional Finite
Volume Hydrodynamic Model for River-Marsh Systems: User’s Manual,”
Connecticut Department of Transportation, Connecticut Cooperative Research
Program Report No. JHR 02-275, June 2002.
3. Lin, J. D., Lefor, M. W., Liao, W. G. and Qiu K. J., “Two-Dimensional Finite-
Volume Hydrodynamic Model for River-Marsh Systems: Tutorial,” Connecticut
Department of Transportation, Connecticut Cooperative Research Program
Report No. JHR 02-277, June 2002.
4. Lin, J. D., Qiu, K. J. and Wengen L., “A Two-Dimensional Finite-Volume
Hydrodynamic Model for Coastal Wetlands – Final Report,” Report No. JHR 03-
294, December 2003.
SPR-2216 - “350” Crash Testing of Connecticut Impact-Attenuation Systems
1. Alberson, D. C., “Test and Evaluation of the Connecticut Truck Mounted
Attenuator - Test No. 2-51,” Report No. 405241-1, November 1994.
2. Alberson, D. C., “Test and Evaluation of the Connecticut Truck Mounted
Attenuator - Test No. 2-52,” Report No. 405241-2, November 1994.
3. Alberson, D.C., “Test and Evaluation of the Connecticut Truck Mounted
Attenuator - Test No. 2-53,” Report No. 405241-3, January 1995.
4. Carney, J. F., III, Dougan, C. E. and Lohrey, E. C., “Summary of the Results
of Crash Tests Performed on the Connecticut Truck Mounted Attenuator
(CTMA),” Report No. 2216-1-95-2, June 1995, and Transportation Research
Board, TRR No. 1528, 1996.
5. Bullard, D. L., Jr., Menges, W. L. and Alberson, D. C., “Testing and
Evaluation of the Merritt Parkway Guiderail,” Report No. 405501, April
1996.
6. Alberson, D. C. and Menges, W. L., “Testing and Evaluation of the Connecticut
Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS),” Report No. 405651-1&2, August 1996.
7. Buth, C. E. and Menges, W.., “Testing and Evaluation of the Modified
Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS),” Report No. 405651-3&4,
November 1997.
8. Lohrey, E. C., Carney, J.., III, Bullard, D.., Jr., Alberson, D. C. and
Menges, W. L., “Testing and Evaluation of the Merritt Parkway Guiderail,”
Transportation Research Board TRR No. 1599, 1997.
9. Buth, C. E. and Menges, W. L., “NCHRP Report 350 Test 3-33 of the Narrow
Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (NCIAS),” Report No. 404231-1,
December 1997.
10. Buth, C. E. and Menges, W. L., “NCHRP Report 350 Test 3-32 of the Narrow
Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (NCIAS),” Report No. 404231-2,
January 1998.
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SPR-2216 - “350” Crash Testing of Connecticut Impact-Attenuation Systems
(continued)
11. Buth, C. E. and Menges, W. L., “NCHRP Report 350 Test 3-37 of the Narrow
Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (NCIAS),” Report No. 404231-3,
January 1998.
12. Buth, C. E. and Menges, W. L., “NCHRP Report 350 Test 3-38 of the Narrow
Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (NCIAS),” Report No. 404231-4, April
1998.
13. Smith E., “Summary of the NCHRP 350 Crash Test Results for the Narrow
Connecticut Impact Attenuation System,” Report No. 2216-2-01-5, October
2002.
14. Smith, E. B. “Narrow Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System: Synopsis
Including NCHRP Report 350 Crash Test Results,” Transportation Research
Board, Transportation Research Record No. 1890, 2004.
15. D’Attilio, P. F. and Smith, E. B., “Summary of the NCHRP Report 350 Crash
Test Results for the Connecticut Impact Attenuation System,” Report No.
2216-3-03-6, December 2004.
SPR-2217 – Bridge Monitoring Network in Connecticut
1. DeWolf, J. T. and Zhao, J., “Dynamic Vibration Techniques in Highway Bridge
Monitoring,” Report No. CEE-98-1, May 1998.
2. D’Attilio, P. F., Feldblum, E. G. and Lauzon, R.G., “Strain Monitoring of the
Devon Railroad Bridge,” December 2001.
3. DeWolf, J. T., D’Attilio, P. F., Feldblum, E. G. and Lauzon, R.G., “Bridge
Monitoring Network in Connecticut – Installation and Operation,” Report No.
CT-2217-F-06-10, December 2006.
SPR-2219 – Demonstration and Evaluation of Superpave Technologies
1. Larsen, D. A. and Rodrigues, N., “Demonstration and Evaluation of Superpave
Technologies, Construction Report for Route 2,” Report No. 2219-1-97-5,
December 1997.
2. Larsen, D. A., “Demonstration and Evaluation of Superpave Technologies –
Final Evaluation Report for CT Route 2,” Report No. 2219-F-02-7, October
2003.
SPR-2220 – Evaluation of a Vertical Clearance Sensor for Photolog
1. Lauzon, R. G., “Automated Vertical Clearance Measurement during Photolog
Operations – Final Report,” Report No. 2220-F-2000-4, September 2000.
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154
SPR-2222 – Development of Guidelines for Reduction of Temperature Differential
Damage (TDD) for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavement Projects in Connecticut
1. Henault, J. W., “Development of Guidelines for Reduction of Temperature
Differential Damage (TDD) for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavement Projects in
Connecticut – Construction Report,” Report No. 2222-1-99-5, November 1999.
2. Henault, J. W. and Scully, J. J., “Development of Guidelines for Reduction of
Temperature Differential Damage (TDD) for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavement Projects
in Connecticut – Final Report,” Report No. 2222-F-04-9, September 2004.
SPR-2223 – Evaluation of Alternative Fuel Light Trucks and Automobiles
1. Sime, J. M., “Evaluation of Nickel Cadmium Battery-Electric Subcompact
Automobile in Connecticut as an Alternative for Work-trips and Commutes,”
Report No. 2223-1-04-6, April 2004.
2. Henault, J.W., Sime, J.M. and Romano, F.J., “Connecticut Department of
Transportation’s Evaluation of Nickel Cadmium Battery Electric Vehicles,”
TRB Paper No. 08-0157, Presented at the 2008 Transportation Research Board
(TRB) Annual Meeting, Washington, D.C., January 2008.
3. Henault, J.W., Sime, J.M. and Romano, F.J., “Integrated Photovoltaics in
Nickel Cadmium Battery Electric Vehicles, “ Report No. CT-2223-F-08-8,
December 2008.
4. Kilpatrick, D.J. and Sime J.M., “Evaluation of Bi-Fueled Vehicles as an
Alternative for Work-Trip and Business Commutes,” Report No. CT-2223-2-05-
3, December 2009.
SPR-2224 – Development and Implementation of Digital Versatile Disk (DVD) for
Photolog
1. Coleman, D. M., “Development and Implementation of Digital Versatile Disk
(DVD) for the Storage of Digital Photolog Images in Connecticut,” Report
No. 2224-F-01-2, July 2001.
SPR-2225 – Evaluation of Lightweight Non-Contact Profilers for Use in QC/QA
Specifications on Pavement Smoothness
1. Larsen, D. A., “Evaluation of Lightweight Non-Contact Profilers for Use in
Quality Assurance Specifications on Pavement Smoothness,” Report No. 2225-
1-99-8, December 1999.
SPR-2226 – Smoothness of Pavements in Connecticut
1. Dougan, C. D., “Smoothness of Pavements in Connecticut, Phase 1 – Report,
Initial Data Presentations,” Report No. 2226-1-2000-1, March 2000.
2. Dougan, C. D., “Smoothness of Pavements in Connecticut, Phase 2 – Report,
Data Analyses and Trends,” Report No. 2226-F-2001-1, June 2001.
SPR-2227 – Evaluation of the Next Generation Pavement Quality Indicator (PQI)
Device
1. Henault, J. W., “Field Evaluation of Non-Nuclear Density Pavement Quality
Indicator,” Report No. 2227-F-01-3, May 2001.
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SPR-2228 – Implementation of Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) Devices for
Superpave Field Data Collection
1. Hanley, R. C., “Development of a Personal Digital Assistant-based (PDA) Hot-
Mix Asphalt (HMA) Data Entry Program for Connecticut DOT “Superpave” Paving
Projects – Final Report,” Report No. 2228-F-04-10, June 2005.
SPR-2229 – Application of Infrared Thermographic Imaging to Bituminous Concrete
Pavements
1. Myers, L. A., Mahoney, J. M. and Stephens, J. E., “Application of Infrared
Thermographic Imaging to Bituminous Concrete Pavements – Interim Report,”
Report No. 2229-1-01-9, August 2001.
2. Mahoney, J. M., et al., “Application of Infrared Thermographic Imaging to
Bituminous Concrete Pavements – Final Report,” Report No. 2229-F-03-7, July
2003.
SPR-2230 – Development and Implementation of a Highway Construction Quality
Assurance Program for the Connecticut Department of Transportation, Phase I
– HMA Concrete Construction
1. Block, E. D. and Hogge, B. R., “Development and Implementation of a Highway
Construction Quality Assurance Program for the Connecticut Department of
Transportation, Phase 1 – HMA Concrete Construction,” Report No. CT-2230-F-
04-2, May 2007.
SPR-2231, “Feasibility of Streaming Media for Transportation Research and
Implementation”
1. Coleman, D. M., “Feasibility of Streaming Media for Transportation Research
and Implementation,” Report No. CT-2231-F-05-11, July 2007 (Revised July
25, 2008).
SPR-2232 – Lateral Variation in Pavement Smoothness
1. Dougan, C. E., “Lateral Varistion in Pavement Smoothness,” Report No. 2232-F-
02-4, December 2002.
2. Mahoney, J. M., et al., “Application of Infrared Thermographic Imaging to
Bituminous Concrete Pavements,” Final Report, July 2003.
SPR-2233 – Alternative Merge Signs at Signalized Intersections
1. Feldblum, E. G., “Alternative Merge Signs at Signalized Intersections,”
Report No. 2233-F-05-4, July 2005.
SPR-2235 – Program Development for the Connecticut Transportation Institute
1. CAP Lab, “Superpave Used on Two Low Traffic Volume Roads in Connecticut,
Performance Evaluation – Year Two Update,” Report No. 2235-1-03-13,
December 2003.
2. Dougan, C. E., Aultman-Hall, L., Hudson, J. H. and Jackson, E., “Program
Development for the Connecticut Transportation Institute – Project Final
Report,” Report No. 2235-F-04-8, June 28, 2004.
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SPR-2239 – Development of Internet-Based Computer Databases for ConnDOT
1. Smith, D., “Development of the Connecticut Product Evaluation Database
Application – Phase 1A,” Report No. 2239-01-06-3, March 2006.
2. Smith, D.E., “Product Evaluation Database 1.0 System Documentation,” Report
No. 2239-02-05-12, October 2005.
3. Smith, D.E. and Ruz, G., “Product Evaluation Database 1.0 User’s Manual,”
Report No. 2239-03-05-13, February 2005.
SPR-2240 – Evaluating the Long-Term Performance of Pavements Thermally Imaged
During Construction
1. Zinke, S., Mahoney, J.M. and Meyer, T, “Evaluating the Long-Term Performance
of Pavements Thermally Imaged During Construction Phase 1: Developing
Spatial Tools for Location Identification”, Report Number CT-2240-F-08-10,
January 13, 2009.
SPR-2241 – Evaluation of Pavement Crack Treatments
1. Zinke, S., Hogge, B.R., Obrien, C. and Mahoney, J.M., “Pavement Crack
Treatments – Literature Review,” Report No. 2241-F-05-6, July 2005.
SPR-2242 – Correlation of Nuclear Density Readings with Cores Cut from Compacted
Roadways
1. Padlo, P.T., Mahoney, J.M., Aultman-Hall, L. and Zinke, S., “Correlation of
Nuclear Density Readings with Cores Cut from Compacted Roadways,” Report
No. 2242-F-05-5, November 2005.
SPR-2243 –Enhancements to ConnDOT's Pavement Friction Testing Program
1. Henault, J.W., "Historical Overview of Pavement Friction Testing in
Connecticut," TRB Paper No. 10-0426, Presented at the 2010 Transportation
Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting, Washington, D.C., January 2010.
2. Henault, J.W., "Historical Overview of Pavement Friction Testing in
Connecticut," Report No. CT-2243-1-10-1, March 2010.
SPR-2244 – Assessing ConnDOT’s Portland Cement Concrete Testing Methods
1. Henault, J. W., “Assessing ConnDOT’s Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) Testing
Methods – Final Report,” Report No. CT-2244-F-06-8, March 2007.
SPR-2245 – Feasibility of Implementing Additional AASHTO Trns•port Modules in
Connecticu
1. Info Tech, "Requirements Analysis Report for Trns•port Estimation,
Preconstruction, Construction, Decision Support and Electronic Bidding
Systems," Report No. CT-2245-F-09-1, January 2009.
PART I (continued)
157
SPR-2246 – Winter Highway Operations: Alternatives to Sand/Salt Mixtures
1. Aultman-Hall, L., and Zinke, S., “Improving Winter Highway Maintenance – Case
Studies for Connecticut’s Consideration,” Report No. 2246-F-06-4, April
2006.
SPR-2247 – Hydrogen Fueled Transportation in Connecticut
1. King, J. M., Jr. and Hecht, K., (CASE Study) Connecticut Academy of Science
and Engineering, “Preparing for the Hydrogen Economy: Transportation,”
Report No. 2247-F-06-6, May 2006.
SPR-2248 – Asphalt Pavement Analyzer
1. Mahoney, J.M. and Zinke, S., “Asphalt Pavement Analyzer Equipment Acquisition
– Final Report”, Report Number CT-2248-F-07-8, May 19, 2008.
SPR-2249 – Longitudinal Joint Performance Study
1. Zinke, S., Mahoney, J.M. and Shaffer, G., “Summary of the 2006 Use of a
Notched Wedge Joint in Connecticut Pilot Projects,” Report No. CT-2249-1-
07-3, May 14, 2008.
2. Zinke, S., Mahoney, J.M. and Shaffer, G., “Comparison of the Use of a Notched
Wedge Joint vs. Traditional Butt Joints in Connecticut - Phase 1 Report”,
Report No. CT-2249-2-07-6, May 14, 2008.
3. Zinke, S., Mahoney, J.M., Jackson, E.D. and Shaffer, G., “Comparison of the
Use of a Notched Wedge Joint vs. Traditional Butt Joints in Connecticut
Final Report”, Report No. CT-2249-F-08-4, November 7, 2008.
SPR-2251 – Short Term Bridge Monitoring
1. D’Attilio, P.F. and Feldblum, E.G., “Short-Term Bridge Monitoring –
Deflection of Deck Units on Belden Road Bridge, Burlington,” Report No. CT-
2251-1-07-2, February 2007.
2. Troiano, G.P., D’Attilio, P.F., Olund, J.K. and DeWolf, J.T., “Field Strain
Monitoring to Evaluate Unexpected Cracking in a Non-Redundant Steel Plate
Girder Bridge,” Annual Meeting of Transportation Research Board,
Washington, D.C., January 2008.
3. DeWolf, J.T. and Culmo, M. P., “History of Connecticut’s Short-Term Strain
Program for Evaluation of Steel Bridges,” TRB Paper No. 09-1313, Presented
at the 2009 Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting, Washington,
D.C., January 2009.
4. Troiano, G.P. and DeWolf, J.T., “Field Strain Monitoring to Evaluate
Unexpected Cracking in a Non-Redundant Steel Plate Girder Bridge,” Report
No. CT-2251-2-09-4, July 2009.
5. Wall, C.J., Christenson, R.E., McDonnell, A.H. and Jamalipour, A., “A Non-
Intrusive Bridge-Weigh-in-Motion System for a Single Span Steel Girder
Bridge Using Only Strain Measurements,” Report No. CT-2251-3-09-5, August
2009.
6. DeWolf, J.T., “History of Connecticut's Short-Term Strain Program for
Evaluation of Steel Bridges,” Report No. CT-2251-F-09-6, July 2009.
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SPR-2256 – Expansion and Refinement of a Bridge Monitoring Network in Connecticut
1. Liu, C., Olund, J.K., Cardini, A.J., D’Attilio, P.F., Feldblum E.G. and
DeWolf, J.T., “Structural Health Monitoring of Bridges in the State of
Connecticut,” Earthquake Engineering and Engineering Vibration, Vol. 7, No.
4:423-433, 2008.
2. Cardini, A.J. and DeWolf, J.T., “Long-term Structural Health Monitoring of a
Multi-Girder Steel Composite Bridge Using Strain Data,” Journal of
Structural Health Monitoring, Vol. 8, No. 1:47-58, 2009.
3. DeWolf, J.T., Cardini, A.J., Olund, J.K. and D’Attilio, P.F., “Structural
Health Monitoring of Three Bridges in Connecticut,” TRB Paper No. 09-1303,
Presented at the 2009 Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting,
Washington, D.C., January 2009.
4. Scianna, A.M. and Christenson, R.E., “A Probabilistic Structural Health
Monitoring Method Applied to the Bridge Health Monitoring Benchmark
Problem,” Presented at the 2009 Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual
Meeting, Washington, D.C., January 2009, and Published in TRB
Transportation Research Record (TRR) No. 2131.
5. Trivedi, H.A., “A Proposed Data Qualification Procedure for the Connecticut
Bridge Monitoring Network,” M.S. Thesis, University of Connecticut, Storrs,
CT, 2009.
6. Liu, C., DeWolf, J.T. and Kim, J., “Development of a Baseline for Structural
Health Monitoring for a Curved Post-Tensioned Concrete Box-Girder Bridge,”
Published in Engineering Structures, Vol. 31, No. 12:3107-3115, September
22, 2009.
7. Scianna, A.M. and Christenson, R.E., “Implementation of a Probabilistic
Bridge Health Monitoring Method on an In-Service Highway Bridge”, Presented
at the 5th New York City Bridge Conference, New York City, August 2009.
8. Scianna, A.M. and Christenson, R.E., “Implementation of an Automated Bridge
Health Monitoring System to Connecticut’s Long-Term Bridge Monitoring
Network”, Presaented ath the Asian-Pacific Network of Centers for Research
in Smart Structure Technology (ANCRiSST) 5th Annual Workshop, Boston, MA,
July 2009.
9. Trivedi, H.A. and Christenson, R.E., “2009 Data Qualification and Error
Quantification for Bridge Monitoring Systems in Connecticut, “ Presented at
the International Workshop for Structural Health Monitoring, Stanford, CA,
September 2009.
SPR-2257 – A Study of Weigh Station Technologies (CASE Study)
1. Pines, D. and Fang, C., “A Study of Weigh Station Technologies and
Practices,” Report No. CT-2257-F-08-7, November 2008.
SPR-2258 – Transportation Asset Management System, Including Comprehensive
Pavement Life-Cycle Cost Analysis (CASE Study)
1. Lownes, N. and Zofka, A., “Applying Transportation Asset Management in
Connecticut,” Report No. CT-2258-F-08-9, December 2008.
PART I (continued)
159
SPR-2259 – Field Evaluation of a Cold-in-Place Recycled Pavement Base Overlaid
with Hot Mix Asphalt (I-395)
1. Henault, J.W. and Kilpatrick, D.J., “Evaluation of a Cold In-Place Recycled
Rehabilitation Treatment,” Report No. CT-2259-F-09-2, June 2009.
2. Henault, J.W. and Overturf, B.J., “Assessing Pavement Rehabilitation with
Photolog Data,” TRB Paper No. 10-0163, Presented at the 2010 Transportation
Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting, Washington, D.C., January 2010.
SPR-2261 – Design Build, A Transportation Project Methodology for Connecticut's
Consideration (CASE Study)
1. Jackson, J.D. and Mahoney, J.M., "The Design-Build Contracting Methodology
for Transportation Projects: A Review of Practice and Evaluation for
Connecticut Applications," Report No. CT-2261-F-10-6, June 2010.
SPR-2267 – Evaluation of the Nonnuclear Density Gauge for Quality Control of Hot-
Mix Asphalt
1. Henault, J.W., "Evaluation of the Nonnuclear Density Gauge for Quality
Control of Hot-Mix Asphalt," Report No. CT-2267-F-10-2, April 2010.
SPR-2305 – Advanced Pavement Laboratory (CAP Lab) at UConn
1. Dougan, C. E., “Strategic Plan for the Connecticut Advanced Pavement
Laboratory,” January 1998.
2. Mahoney, J. M. and Stephens, J. E., “Comparison of AASHTO Moisture
Sensitivity Test (T-283) with Connecticut Department of Transportation
Modified Test Method – Final Report,” Report No. CAP Lab 99-1, August 1999.
3. Mahoney, J.M. and Stephens, J.E., “Connecticut Superpave Gyratory Round Robin
– 2003,” Final Report No. 1-2003, April 2003.
4. O’Brien, C.T., Mahoney J. M. and Zinke, S., “An Evaluation of the Direct
Tension Test for Asphalt Binders in the Northeast – Final Report”, ConnDOT
Report No. CT-2305-1-06-7, Cap Lab Report No. CAPLAB 1-2006, June 1, 2006.
5. Zinke, S. and Mahoney, J.M., “Connecticut Superpave Gyratory Round Robin 2006
–Final Report”, Cap Lab Report No. CAPLAB 2-2006, December 1, 2006.
SPR-2306 – Installation and Evaluation of Weigh-In-Motion Utilizing Quartz-Piezo
Sensor Technology
1. McDonnell, A. H., “Preliminary Report on the Installation and Evaluation of
Weigh-In-Motion Utilizing Quartz-Piezo Sensor Technology,” Report No.
2306-1-98-3, June 1998.
2. Larsen, D. A. and McDonnell, A. H., “Second Interim Report on the
Installation and Evaluation of Weigh-In-Motion Utilizing Quartz-Piezo
Sensor Technology,” Report No. 2306-2-99-7, November 1999.
PART I (continued)
160
SPR-2306 – Installation and Evaluation of Weigh-In-Motion Utilizing Quartz-Piezo
Sensor Technology (continued)
3. McDonnell, A. H., “Evaluation of Quartz-Piezoelectric WIM Sensors: Second
Year Study, North American Travel Monitoring Exhibition and Conference
(NATMEC) 2000, August 2000.
4. McDonnell, A. H., “Evaluation of a Weigh-In-Motion System Utilizing Quartz-
Piezoelectric Sensor Technology,” Pre-Proceedings of the Third
International Conference on Weigh-In-Motion (ICWIM3), May 2002.
PART J
Listing of Reports on State Funded Research Projects
Completed, Discontinued or Reassigned
161
R.P. 92-616 – A Study of the Feasibility of Utilizing Fuel Cells to Generate
Power for the New Haven Rail Line
1. King, Joseph M. Jr., “A Study of the Feasibility of Utilizing Fuel Cells to
Generate Power for the New Haven Rail Line,” Report No. 92-616-F-07-5,
August 2007.
2. King, Joseph M. Jr., “A Study of the Feasibility of Utilizing Fuel Cells to
Generate Power for the New Haven Rail Line,” Executive Summary, Report No.
92-616-F-07-5-Exec, August 2007.
R.P. 165-01 - Pavement Evaluation of Runways 6-24 and 15-33
1. Bowers, D. G., "Pavement Evaluation of Runway 6-24," June 1970.
2. Bowers, D. G., "Pavement Evaluation of Runway 15-33, Bradley International
Airport," July 1970.
R.P. 175-34 - Deflection Study of Bituminous Concrete Pavements
1. Miller, L. E., "Experimental Plant-Mixed Bituminous Base on the Relocation of
Route 2 in Bozrah," November 1960 (memo).
2. Sternberg, F. E., "Deflection and Cracking on Route 2, Bozrah," May 1962
(memo).
3. Sternberg, F. E., "Performance of a 3-inch Plant-Mixed Base vs. a 3-inch
Penetrated Stone Base, Route 2, Bozrah - Final Report," March 1974.
R.P. 175-116, #1 - Rumble Strips
1. Levine, J., "Toll Station Accidents, Connecticut Turnpike," 1961.
2. Miller, L. E., Strassenmeyer, O. A., and Wilson, J. O., "Effect on Accident
Experience of Rumble Area Installation at Connecticut Barrier Toll
Stations," July 1966.
R.P. 175-116, #2 (now #19) - Deicer Experiment
1. Miller, L. E., "Report on Calcium Chloride - Salt, Snow and Ice Control Test,
Winter (1960-1961)," July 1961.
2. Miller, L. E., "Calcium Chloride - Salt, Snow and Ice Control, Winter (1961-
1962), Research Report No. 2."
R.P. 175-116, #4 - Thin Pavement Overlays
1. Gregson, R., "Experimental Thin Overlays with Bituminous Concrete, Route 39,
New Fairfield," November 1967.
2. Gregson, R., "Experimental Resurfacing Projects in Watertown on Route 63,"
January 1968.
3. Liptak, R. E., "Interim Report - Experimental Bituminous Concrete with
Ramflex Additive, Route 17, Glastonbury," July 1968.
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162
R.P. 175-116, #7 - Analysis of Experimental Fencing
1. Strassenmeyer, O. A., "Protective Fencing on Bridges," October 1965
(Available at Research Office.)
R.P. 175-116, #8 - Guide Rail and Median Barriers
1. Strassenmeyer, O. A., "Report on Highway Guide Rail Study," August 1960.
Published in American Highways, by Ives, H. S., were the following (items
2 and 3):
2. "The Cross Median Accident Problem and Corrective Measures in Connecticut,"
October 1960.
3. "Cable-Chain Link Median Barrier Performance Record in Connecticut," April
1962.
4. Kasinskas, M. M., "Weak Post Guide Rail End Post Failures Caused by Cable
Tensioning," October 1969.
5. Button, E. F., "Vegetative Control and Soil Stabilization Under Guide Rails
and Median Barriers," March 1969.
6. Button, E. F., "Interim Report - Two Year Evaluation of Urox-Bunker "C"
Method of Vegetation Control," February 1971.
R.P. 175-116, #9 - Bridge Deck and Pavement Patching Materials
1. Dougan, C. E., "Two Component Epoxy Resin Patching Compounds Used for Bridge
Repairs."
2. Dougan C. E., and Sternberg, F. E., "Condition of Epoxy Resin Patches,
Connolly Parkway Bridge, Route 15, Hamden - Report No. 2," January 1964.
3. Wilson, J. O., "Admixture of Dow Corning 777 in Bridge Deck Concrete, Quarry
Road Bridge, Glastonbury," January 1965.
R.P. 175-116, #13 - Traffic Paint Equipment
1. Button E. F., "Observations on the Conditions and Operation of Departmental
Paint-Striping Equipment," February 1969.
R.P. 175-116, #15 - Snow Plow Blades
1. Ganung, G. A., "An Investigation of the Rapid Wear of Tungsten Carbide-Tipped
Snow Plow Blades," July 1969.
2. Dougan, C. E., To Huntington, W. L., Memo Report, "Tungsten Carbide Snow Plow
Blades."
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163
R.P. 175-116, #16 - Vinyl Longitudinal-Joint Strip
1. Hudson, J. H., "Observations on the Longitudinal Vinyl Center Strip on I-84,
Farmington," May 1969.
2. Hudson, J. H., "Final Report - Polyvinyl Center Strip in CRC Pavement, I-84,
Plainville," May 1973.
R.P. 175-116, #17 - Bridge Safety
1. Ganung, G. A., "A Metallographic Analysis of Cracked Steel from Kings Highway
Bridge," March 1969.
2. Prospect Avenue Bridge: A Memo Report was submitted to Dr. R. A. Norton on
the Results of Metallographic Tests. A copy of this report can be obtained
from the files.
R.P. 175-116 #19 - Evaluations and Observations - Chemical Deicers
1. Kasinskas, M. M., "Effects of Sand on Action of Chemical Deicers, A
Laboratory Study," August 1969.
2. Kasinskas, M. M., "Observed Characteristics of Chemical Deicer Mixtures
During the Winter 1969-1970," July 1970.
3. Kasinskas, M. M., "Laboratory Investigation of Deicer Chemicals Used in 1969-
1970 Field Experiment," January 1971.
4. Kasinskas, M. M., "Observed Characteristics of Chemical Deicers During the
Winter 1970-1971 - Propylene Glycol Solutions and Sodium Chloride," June
1971.
5. Kasinskas, M. M., "Action of Salt in Snow and Ice Control," November 1971.
6. Kasinskas, M. M., "Laboratory Analysis of Propylene Glycol versus Sodium
Chloride," June 1972. (Draft Only.)
R.P. 175-116, #20 - Cold Weather Paving
1. Bowers, D. G., and Hudson, J. H., "Cold-Weather Paving Study, Route 72,
Cromwell," February 1970.
2. Donovan, R., "Cold Weather Paving Study," (Available at Rocky Hill
Laboratory).
R.P. 175-116, #21 - Concrete-Chelating Compound
1. Button, E. F., "Interim Report - Effect of a Chelating Compound Upon the
Compressive Strength and Weathering Characteristics of Concrete," April
1970. (Available at the Office of Physical Research.)
R.P. 175-116, #22 - Chlorides in Plant Tissue
1. Button E. F., "Metabolic Index as a Tool in Tree Health Determination,"
October 1969. (Published in HRR 335, p 6-8, 1970, further work reassigned
to HPR 175-331.)
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164
R.P. 175-116, #23 - Artificial Grass
1. Button, E. F., "Observations on the Experimental Installations of Chemgrass,"
January 1971 and amended June 1975. (On file with Physical Research
Division.)
R.P. 175-116, #24 - Stone Gradation Variability
1. Perruccio, W. B., "Users Manual for Calculating Statistical Variables for
Concrete Materials," January 1970.
2. Perruccio, W. B., "Coding Manual to Compute Statistical Variables for
District and Laboratory Sampling," April 1970.
3. Sternberg, F. E., "A Study of the Variability in the Results of the Stone
Gradation Test Procedures," July 1970.
R.P. 175-116, #25 - Accident and Pavements, I-95
1. Sternberg, F. E., "Accident Experience and Pavement Condition, I-95, in the
vicinity of the Kimberly Avenue Bridge," April 1971.
R.P. 175-116, #26 - Post Tensioned Tube-Slab Bridges, Route 11, Colchester
Memorandum-type reports and inspection data available from the Office of
Research.
R.P. 175-116, #27 - Evaluation of Overhead Sign Coatings
1. Liptak, R. E., "Performance Evaluation of Overhead Sign Coatings - Report 1,"
July 1973.
R.P. 175-116, #28 - Permeability of CRC Cores
1. Kasinskas, M. M., "Permeability Tests Conducted on I-84 CRC Pavement Cores,"
September 1972.
2. Sternberg, F. E., "Recommendations on Longitudinal Steel Reinforcement for
CRC Pavements and Overlays," March 1973.
R.P. 175-116, #29 - Performance Evaluation of Runway Improvements
1. Sternberg, F. E., "Summary of Materials Testing Data - Runway 6-24, Bradley
International Airport, Windsor Locks; Runway 5-23, Trumbull Airport,
Groton," June 1973. Memo Reports on file in Transportation Research
Section.
R.P. 175-116, #31 - Ecofuel Bituminous Pavement
1. Larsen, D. A., "Cellulose (Ecofuel) Bituminous Pavement," Report No. 116(31)-
1-80-17, November 1980.
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165
R.P. 175-116, #32 - Rubberized-Asphalt Pavement
1. Larsen, D. A. "Rubberized Asphalt Mix," Report No. 116(32)-1-80-17, November
1980.
2. Larsen, D. A., and Bowers, D. G., "Six Year Evaluation of an Asphalt-Rubber
Hot Mix Pavement," Report No. 116(32)-2-86-13, September 1986.
3. Larsen, D. A., "Eight-Year Performance Evaluation of an Asphalt-Rubber Hot
Mix Pavement," Report No. 116(32)-3-89-8. (Prepared for National Seminar
on Asphalt Rubber, October 30-31, 1989.)
R.P. 175-116, #33 - Reflection Cracking Study (I-95)
1. Branciforte, S., "Reflective Cracking Study I-95, Guilford/Madison," March
1982 (Draft Only).
2. Larsen, D.A., "Performance Evaluation of Five Materials for Retarding
Reflective Cracking in Overlays," Report No. 116(33)-F-93-1, March 1993.
R.P. 175-116, #34 - Drier Drum (I-95)
1. Sime, J.M., "Evaluation of Bituminous Concrete Produced in a Dryer Drum Mix
Plant: Construction Report,” Report No. 116(34)-1-82-15, November 1982.
R.P. 175-116, #35 - Bituminous Concrete Patch Study
1. Staff, "Evaluation of Various Cold Patching Materials Used in Pothole
Repairs," (Undated).
R.P. 175-116, #37 - Extended Evaluation of Hot-Mix Recycling, Rt. 4, Burlington
1. Oliveira, D. F., "A Statistical Comparison of the Photolog and PASCO Data
Collection Systems for Pavement Distress Rating Purposes," Report No.
116(37)-4-90-10, November 1990.
R.P. 175-116, #39 - Evaluation of Post-Tensioned Strands and Ducts on the Bissell
Bridge
1. Kasinskas, M., "Corrosion of Post-Tensioned Strands and Ducts in the Bissell
Bridge," Report No. 116(39)-F-92-9, June 1992.
R.P. 175-116, #40 - Longitudinal Joint Repair Procedures
1. Boardman, J.T., "Investigation of Longitudinal Joint Repair Procedures for
Bituminous Concrete Overlays on Jointed Portland Cement Concrete," Report
No. 116(40)-1-93-2, February 1993.
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166
R.P. 175-116, #42 – Evaluation of Compost Installations on ConnDOT Construction
Projects
1. Larsen, D. A., “Field Trial – Compost-Amended Soil (Manufactured-in-Place)
Project 163-141, Route 6, Windham and Chaplin, CT,” Report No. 116(42)-
1-99-2, January 1999.
2. Wynkoop, K. F. and Larsen, D. A., “Field Trial – Compost Used with Planting
Soil, Project 159-177, I-91/Route 3 Interchange, Wethersfield, CT,” Report
No. 116(42)-2-99-3, January 1999.
3. Larsen, D.A., “I-91/Route 3 Interchange, Study of Compost Used with Planting
Soil – Four Year Evaluation,” Report No. 116(42)-3-01-7, August 2001.
R.P. 175-117 - Salt Effect on Vegetation
1. Button, E. F., "Preliminary Discussion of the Effects of Sodium Chloride and
Calcium Chloride Upon Soils and Vegetation,” August 1964.
2. Button, E. F., "Refinement of the Potentiometric Method for Determining
Chlorides in Plant Material," September 1964.
3. Button, E. F., "Influence of Rock Salt Used for Highway Ice Control on Mature
Sugar Maples at One Location in Central Connecticut," October 1964.
4. Button, E. F., and Peaslee, D. E., "The Effect of Rock Salt Upon Roadside
Sugar Maples in Connecticut," January 1967. This report was published in
"Highway Research Record, No. 161."
5. Carpenter, E. F., "Proceedings: Pollutants in the Roadside Environment,"
University of Connecticut, February 1968.
R.P. 175-118 - Concrete Protective Applications
1. Strassenmeyer, O. A., "Linseed Oil Retreatments," September 1966.
2. Miller, L. E., "Interim Report - Bridge Deck Inspections - Routes I-91 and I-
84," November 1966.
3. Kasinskas, M. M., "Final Report - Linseed Oil Treatment of Bridge Decks,"
November 1968.
R.P. 175-119, #1 - Crack Control Joints
1. Wilson, J. O., "Crack Control Joints in Bituminous Overlays on Rigid
Pavements," January 1962. Published in HRB Bulletin 322.
R.P. 175-120, #1 - Load Transfer Dowels
1. Mitchell, R. G., "The Problem of Corrosion of Load Transfer Dowels," HRB
Bulletin 274, 1960.
2. Sternberg, F. E., and Bowers, D. G., "Performance of Experimental Load
Transfer Dowels Installed on the Connecticut Turnpike," October 1965.
3. Sternberg, F. E., and Dougan, D. E., "Performance of the Experimental
Contraction Joint Load Transfer Assemblies in the Eastbound Roadway of the
Wilbur Cross Highway, Vernon, Connecticut," March 1966.
PART J (continued)
167
R.P. 175-120, #1 - Load Transfer Dowels (continued)
4. "Report on the Construction of Reinforced Concrete Pavements Using Only
Contraction Joints and the Installations of Various Contraction Joint Load
Transfer Assemblies in the Eastbound Roadway of the Wilbur Cross Highway,
Route 15, in the Town of Vernon," March 1953.
R.P. 175-120, #2 - Joint Formers-Plastic
1. Bowers, D. G., "Champion Self Sealing Contraction-Joint Formers on I-91,
Cromwell, Report 1. Test Installation," August 1964.
2. Bowers, D. G., "Champion Self-Sealing Contraction Joint Formers, I-91,
Cromwell, Final Report," June 1972.
R.P. 175-120, #3 - Joint Former Inserts
1. Report on Construction and Post-Construction Observations can be obtained
from Physical Research Division.
2. Christman, R., "Observations on the PSI Metal Fiber Inserts for Pavement
Joints, Relocated Route 9, Middletown and Haddam, Final Report," September
1971.
R.P. 175-120, #4 - Joint Former-Unitube
1. Bowers, D. G., "Condition Survey of Unitube and Handformed Joints Placed in
the State of Connecticut," May 1965.
2. Bowers, D. G., "Condition Survey of Unitube and Handformed Joints Placed in
the State of Connecticut, Report No. 2," April 1968.
R.P. 175-120, #5 - Blow Ups
1. Bowers, D. G., "A Study of the Failures Occurring in the Concrete Pavement of
the Connecticut Turnpike and Roads of Similar Design," June 1966.
2. Miller, L. E., "Report on Pavement Displacement, Route 44, Winsted," June
1966.
3. Bowers, D. G., "Results of a Recent Condition Survey of the Connecticut
Turnpike and Other Roads of Similar Design," January 1970.
R.P. 175-120, #7 - Mudjacking
1. Strassenmeyer, O. A., "Modernization of Concrete Pavement Jacking Methods,"
March 1967.
2. Strassenmeyer, O. A., and Wilson, J. O., "Some Observations on Edge Pumping,"
May 1967.
R.P. 175-120, #9 - Pressure Relief Sections
1. Sternberg, F. E., "End Movement of Contraction Jointed Pavement and Crack
Incidence at Relief Strips," July 1967.
PART J (continued)
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R.P. 175-120, #10 - Wire Mesh Reinforced Overlay
1. Sternberg, F. E., "Report on the Surface Condition of the Reinforced
Bituminous Concrete Surface Overlay on Route 10, in the Town of Cheshire,"
February 1963.
2. Sternberg, F. E., and Bowers, D. G., "Report 2, Inspection of Wire Reinforced
Bituminous Concrete Overlay, Route 10, Cheshire," April 1965.
R.P. 175-120, #11 - Crack Formation in Non-Reinforced Concrete Pavement
1. Sternberg, F. E., and Kos, F. J., "A Survey of the Transverse Crack Formation
in Non-Reinforced Versus Reinforced Concrete Pavement, Report 1," February
1972. (Memo Report available on request from Office of Research.)
R.P. 175-123 - Subbase - Quarry Run Stone
1. Dougan, C. E., and Sternberg, F. E., "Preliminary Analysis of Deflection Data
from the Experimental Crusher-Run Stone Subbase Installation - Reed's Gap
Quarry, Wallingford," May 1966.
2. Dougan, C. E., to Wilson, J. O., Memo Report, "18-Kip Equivalent Axle Loads
for the Reed's Gap Test Area, Wallingford," June 10, 1966.
R.P. 175-131 - Bituminous Concrete Shoulders, I-91
1. Sternberg, F. E., "Part 2, Analysis of Depth Variation Related to Two Base
Course Materials," November 1966.
2. Bowers, D. G., "Part 1, Analysis of Bituminous Surface Density Variation Due
to Method of Determination and to Base Course Materials," January 1968 -
Revised November 1968.
R.P. 175-137 - Experimental Joint Forming and Sealing, Route 2, Colchester
1. Bowers, D. G., "Test Installation of Compression Seals in Transverse Joints,
Route 2, Colchester," March 1967 (Departmental).
2. Bowers, D. G., "Experimental Joints Formers and Seals, Route 2, Colchester,"
Final Report, March 1973 (Departmental).
R.P. 175-169 - Bridge Deck Inspection, I-91
1. Wilson, J. O., (Memo Report) "Field Inspection of Bridge Decks on I-91, New
Haven to Hartford," October 1967.
R.P. 175-204 - Traffic Surveillance and Control
1. Chimini, L. A., and Dawson, R. F., "The Hyperland Probability Distribution -
A Generalized Traffic Headway Model," June 1968.
2. Perruccio, W. B., "An Analysis of On-Ramp Service Times by Monte Carlo
Simulation," June 1968.
PART J (continued)
169
R.P. 175-204 - Traffic Surveillance and Control (continued)
3. Sinha, K. C., "The Development of a Digital Simulator for the Analysis of
Freeway Traffic Phenomena," September 1968.
4. Dawson, R. F., and Perruccio, W. B., "I-84 Freeway Surveillance and Control
Project," March 1969.
5. Dawson, R. F., and Perruccio, W. B., "Summary Report - I-84, Freeway
Surveillance and Control Project," September 1969.
R.P. 175-205, #1 - Signal Progression
1. Bruno, J., and Perruccio, W. B., “Signal Progression - Package Procedure
Manual," July 1970.
R.P. 175-205, #2 - Capacity Program
1. "Procedure Manual for Freeway and Highway Capacity."
2. "Procedure Manual for Intersection Capacity."
3. "Procedure Manual for Intersection Capacity of Exclusive Turning Lanes."
4. "Procedure Manual for Ramp Capacity."
5. "Procedure Manual for Weaving Capacity."
R.P. 175-210 - Asphalt Molecular Size by GPC
1. Dougan, C.E., "Molecular Size Distributions of Asphalt as Determined by Gel
Permeation Chromatography," May 1970.
R.P. 175-211 - Product Evaluation
1. Research Liaison Committee, "Product Use Status Lists for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects," Report No. 211-1-92-10, June 1992.
2. Research Liaison Committee, “Product Use Status Lists for Connecticut
Department of Transportation,” Report No. 211-3-94-7, May 1994.
3. Research Liaison Committee, “Product Use Status Lists for Connecticut
Department of Transportation,” Report No. 211-3-95-6, August 1995.
4. Research Liaison Committee, “Product Use Status Lists for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-4-96-9, June 1996.
5. Research Liaison Committee, "Product Use Status Lists for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects," Report No. 211-5-97-3, June 1997.
6. Research Liaison Committee, “Product Use Status List for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-6-98-5, October
1998.
7. Research Liaison Committee, “Product Status List for Connecticut Department
of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-7-99-4, March 1999.
PART J (continued)
170
R.P. 175-211 - Product Evaluation (continued)
8. Research Liaison Committee, “Product Status List for Connecticut Department
of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-8-00-2, April 2000.
9. Research Liaison Committee, “Product Status List for Connecticut Department
of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-9-01-8, August 2001.
10. Research Liaison Committee, “Product Status Lists for Connecticut Department
of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-10-02-3, August 2002.
11. Research Liaison Committee, ““Qualified Product List (QPL) for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-11-03-8, September
2003.
12. Research Liaison Committee, “Product Status Lists for Connecticut Department
of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-12-04-4, April 2004.
13. Research Liaison Committee, “Qualified Product List (QPL) for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-13-05-9, September
2005.
14. Research Liaison Committee, “Qualified Product List (QPL) for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-13-05-9, September
2005, Revised October 17, 2006.
15. Research Liaison Committee, “Qualified Product List (QPL) for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-13-05-9, September
2005, Revised March 2007.
16. Research Liaison Committee, “Qualified Product List (QPL) for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-14-07-4, June 2007.
17. Research Liaison Committee, “Qualified Product List (QPL) for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-14-07-4, June 2007,
Revised July 2008.
18. Research Liaison Committee, “Qualified Product List (QPL) for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-15-08-6, August
2008.
19. Research Liaison Committee, “Qualified Product List (QPL) for Connecticut
Department of Transportation Projects,” Report No. 211-16-09-8, September
2009.
R.P. 175-212 - South Road Curved Girder Bridge
1. Victor, R. F., "Structural Behavior of the South Road Curved Girder Bridge,"
March 1971.
R.P. 175-216 - Pavement Grooving and Grooved Line Striping, I-84, Waterbury
1. Strassenmeyer, O. A., "Concrete Pavement Texture and Skid Resistance,"
November 1970.
2. Ganung, G. and Kos, F., "Initial Report on Pavement Grooving, I-84
Waterbury," January 1970.
PART J (continued)
171
R.P. 175-216 - Pavement Grooving and Grooved Line Striping, I-84, Waterbury
(continued)
3. Christman, R., "Pavement Grooving, I-84, Waterbury, Report 2," April 1971.
4. Christman, R. "The Effects of Studded Tires, Minnesota Department of Highways
- Report Review for Implications Applicable to Connecticut Department of
Transportation," August 1971.
5. Christman, R., "Pavement Grooving, I-84, Waterbury, Final Report," June 1972.
R.P. 175-225 - Development of the Air Jet Snow Plow
1. Kasinskas, M. M., "Report Number 1, Development of the Air Jet Snowplow,"
June 1971.
2. Kasinskas, M. M., "Final Report, Development of the Air Jet Snowplow," June
1972.
R.P. 850-50 - Development of a Rail Photolog
1. Bowers, D. G., "Index to ConnDOT Rail Photolog," Report No. RP-1-80-20,
December 1980.
2. Bowers, D. G., and Hudson, J. H., "User's Manual - Second Generation
Photolog-Filming Equipment, Report No. RP-F-83-10, March 1983.
R.P. 850-51 - Highway User Cost in Connecticut
1. Staff, "Highway User Costs in Connecticut," Report No. 850-51-F-82-1,
February 1982.
PART J (continued)
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Miscellaneous
Moisture and Density Determinations by Nuclear Methods
1. Strassenmeyer, O. A., “Moisture and Density Determinations by Nuclear
Methods,” February 1960.
Highway Illumination, Warrants – Design – Maintenance - Costs
1. Ives, H. S., "Highway Illumination, Warrants - Design - Maintenance - Costs,"
published in American Highways, page 21, July 1961.
A Statistically Based Plan for Acceptance Control
1. Sternberg, F. E., "A Statistically Based Plan for Acceptance Control, 1 Four-
Inch Bituminous Concrete Pavement Depth," June 1969.
JHR 83-100 – Increased Funding Needs of the Cooperative Highway Research Program
1. Dougan, C.E., and Sime, J.M., “Increased Funding Needs of the Cooperative
Highway Research Program Between the Connecticut Department of
Transportation and the University of Connecticut,” Report No. JHR 83-100,
September 1983.
PART K
173
Listing of Films and Videotapes from ConnDOT Research Materials
16mm FILM
HPR-332 - Loading History of Selected Bridges - I-95
1. "Loading Histories of Selected Bridges on I-95 in Connecticut," 1973.
HPR-396 - Evaluation of the Use of Salt Brine for Deicing Purposes
1. "Liquid Roadway Deicing," June 23, 1978.
HPR-402 - Crash Testing of an Energy-Absorbing Truck Bumper System
1. "Portable Barrier - Truck Mounted, Crash Test #1," 1971 Maverick, 2260 lbs.,
Calspan, October 13, 1976.
2. "Portable Barrier - Truck Mounted, Crash Test #2," 1970 Pontiac, 4500 lbs.,
Calspan, October 13, 1976.
3. "Portable Barrier - Truck Mounted, Crash Test #3," 1973 Plymouth, 4480 lbs.
Calspan, November 1, 1976.
4. "Portable Barrier - Truck Mounted, Crash Test #4," 1973 Plymouth, 4470 lbs.,
Calspan, November 1, 1976.
5. "Development of the Connecticut Crash Cushion, Truck Mounted Attenuator
(TMA)," January 1, 1978.
6. "Crash Cushion - Truck Mounted, Crash Test #3777-1," Chevy Vega, 2300 lbs.,
Texas Trans. Institute, July 26, 1978.
7. "Crash Cushion - Truck Mounted, Crash Test #3777-2," Plymouth Fury, 4470
lbs., Texas Trans. Institute, July 27, 1978.
HPR-876 - Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS)
1. "Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS), Crash Test No. RF4765-1,"
4500-lb. veh., Texas Transportation Institute, October 5, 1982.
2. "Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS), Crash Test No. RF4765-2,"
1800-lb. veh., Texas Transportation Institute, October 25, 1982.
3. "Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS), Crash Test No. RF4765-3,"
4500-lb. veh., Texas Transportation Institute, December 15, 1982.
4. "Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS), Crash Test No. RF4765-4,"
(Rerun of 3, modified), 4500-lb. veh., Texas Transportation Institute,
March 2, 1983.
PART K (continued)
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16mm FILM (continued)
HPR-876 - Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS) (continued)
5. "Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS), Crash Test No. RF4765-5,"
4500-lb. veh., Texas Transportation Institute, August 9, 1983.
6. "Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS), Crash Test No. RF4765-6,"
(Rerun of 1, modified), 4500-lb. veh., Texas Transportation Institute,
May 16, 1983.
7. "Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS), Crash Test No. RF4765-7,"
1800-lb. veh., Texas Transportation Institute, October 6, 1983.
8. "Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS), Crash Test No. RF4765-8," (4'
system), 4500-lb. veh., Texas Transportation Institute, August 11, 1983.
9. "Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (CIAS), Crash Test No. RF4765-9,"
(Restored tubes), 4500-lb. veh., Texas Transportation Institute, October
4, 1983.
10. "Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS),” 12 minutes, 16mm color/sound
film, January 28, 1985.
11. "Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS); Crash Test: Special test with
5387-lb. pickup," Contract #DTFH61-82-C-00086, S.W. Research Inst.,
April 7, 1987.
HPR-1221 - Crash Testing of a Narrow-Site Crash Cushion
1. "Connecticut Narrow Site Impact Attenuator (NCIAS); Crash Test No. 1794-1-
87," Type 53, (Contract #4 Original), Ensco, Inc., January 6, 1987.
2. "Connecticut Narrow Site Impact Attenuator (NCIAS); Crash Test No. 1794-2-
87," Type 50, (Contract #1 Original), Ensco, Inc., January 16, 1987.
3. "Connecticut Narrow Site Impact Attenuator (NCIAS); Crash Test No. 1794-3-
87," Type 52, (Contract #2 Original), Ensco, Inc., May 19, 1987.
4. "Connecticut Narrow Site Impact Attenuator (NCIAS); Crash Test No. 1794-4-87,
Type 40, (Contract #6 Original), Ensco, Inc., August 9, 1987.
5. "Connecticut Narrow Site Impact Attenuator (NCIAS); Crash Test No. 1794-5-
87," Type 40, (Contract #6 1st RERUN), Ensco, Inc., November 17, 1987.
6. "Connecticut Narrow Site Impact Attenuator (NCIAS); Crash Test No. 1794-6-
88," Type 53, (Contract #4 1st RERUN), Ensco, Inc., May 16, 1988.
7. "Connecticut Narrow Site Impact Attenuator (NCIAS); Crash Test No. 1794-7-
88," Type 53, (Contract #4 2nd RERUN), Ensco, Inc., June 20, 1988.
8. "Connecticut Narrow Site Impact Attenuator (NCIAS); Crash Test No. 1794-8-
88," Type 54, (Contract #3 Original), Ensco, Inc., July 25, 1988.
9. "Connecticut Narrow Site Impact Attenuator (NCIAS); Crash Test No. 1794-9-
88," Type 54, (Contract #3 1st RERUN), Ensco, Inc., July 27, 1988.
Part K (continued)
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16mm FILM (continued)
HPR-1221 - Crash Testing of a Narrow-Site Crash Cushion (continued)
10. "Connecticut Narrow Site Impact Attenuator (NCIAS); Crash Test No. 1794-10-
88," Type 53, (Contract #4 3rd RERUN), Ensco, Inc., August 29, 1988.
11. "Connecticut Narrow Site Impact Attenuator (NCIAS); Crash Test No. 1947-11-
88," Type 52, (Contract #2 1st RERUN), Ensco, Inc., December 15, 1988.
12. "The Narrow Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (NCIAS)," May 1, 1991.
HPR-1340 - Generalized Design for the Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System
- Phase II, Crash Tests, and Phase III, Field Evaluation
1. "Generalized Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (GCIAS), Crash Test No.
G1-50-1," S.W. Research Inst., May 11, 1989.
2. "Generalized Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (GCIAS), Design 1, Crash
Test No. 2088-1-90," Ensco, Inc., November 1, 1990.
3. "Generalized Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (GCIAS), Design 2, Crash
Test No. 2088-2-91," Ensco, Inc., February 8, 1991.
4. "Generalized Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (GCIAS), Design 2,
Modified, Crash Test No. 2088-3-91," Ensco, Inc., August 29, 1991.
5. "Generalized Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (GCIAS), Design 3, Crash
Test No. 2088-4-91," Ensco, Inc. November 19, 1991.
6. "Generalized Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (GCIAS), Design 2, Crash
Test No. 2088-5-91," Ensco, Inc., November 20, 1991.
7. "Generalized Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (GCIAS), Design 2, Crash
Test No. 2088-6-92," Ensco, Inc., December 8, 1992.
SPR-2216 - “350” Crash Testing of Connecticut Impact-Attenuation Systems
1. “Connecticut Truck-Mounted Attenuator (CTMA) Test No. 405214-1 (NCHRP Report
350. Test No. 2-51),” 16mm Work Print Film, Connecticut DOT, November
2, 1994.
2. “Connecticut Truck-Mounted Attenuator (CTMA) Test No. 405214-2 (NCHRP Report
350. Test No. 2-52),” 16mm Work Print Film, Connecticut DOT, November
3, 1994.
3. “Connecticut Truck-Mounted Attenuator (CTMA) Test No. 405214-3 (NCHRP Report
350. Test No. 2-53),” 16mm Work Print Film, Connecticut DOT, January 3,
1995.
175-225 - Development of the Air Jet Snow Plow
1. "Airplow Testing," 1971.
Miscellaneous
1. "Timber Barrier Tests," 1975.
2. "Highway As Environment, Research Project," 1975.
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VIDEOTAPE
HPR-396 - Evaluation of the Use of Salt Brine for Deicing Purposes
1. "Liquid Roadway Deicing," June 23, 1978.
HPR-402 - Crash Testing of an Energy-Absorbing Truck Bumper System
1. "Development of the Connecticut Crash Cushion, Truck Mounted Attenuator
(TMA)," 1978.
(Individual test films listed in 16mm FILM section of PART X.)
HPR-876 - Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS)
1. "Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (CIAS)," January 28, 1985.
(Individual test films listed in 16mm FILM section of PART X.)
HPR-1084 - Installation and Evaluation of Protective Coatings for Structural
Steel in Connecticut
1. "Metallizing: Theory and Application," December 1, 1989.
HPR-1221 - Crash Testing of a Narrow-Site Crash Cushion
1. "NCIAS" (Narrow Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System)," May 1, 1991.
(Individual test films listed in 16mm FILM section of PART X.)
HPR-1340 - Generalized Design for the Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System
- Phase II, Crash Tests, and Phase III, Field Evaluation
1. "Generalized Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (GCIAS), Crash Test No.
G1-50-1," S.W. Research Inst., May 11, 1989.
2. "Generalized Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (GCIAS), Design 2, Crash
Test No. 2088-2-91," Ensco, Inc., February 8, 1991.
3. "Generalized Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (GCIAS), Design 2,
Modified, Crash Test No. 2088-3-91," Ensco, Inc., August 29, 1991.
4. "Generalized Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (GCIAS), Design 2, Crash
Test No. 2088-4-91," Ensco, Inc., November 19, 1991.
5. "Generalized Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (GCIAS), Design 2, Crash
Test No. 2088-5-91," Ensco, Inc., November 20, 1991.
6. "Generalized Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System (GCIAS), Design 2, Crash
Test No. 2088-6-92," Ensco, Inc., December 8, 1992.
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VIDEOTAPE (continued)
HPR-1346 - Monitoring of Cathodic Protection Systems
1. "Cathodically Protected Bridge, Southington, CT," November 1, 1989.
SPR-2216 - “350” Crash Testing of Connecticut Impact-Attenuation Systems
1. “NCHRP 350 Crash Tests 2-50, 51, 52 & 53, Connecticut Truck Mounted
Attenuator - Tests 405241/1,2&3, Abbreviated VHS Video Version,”
Connecticut DOT, December 1, 1994.
2. “NCHRP 350 Crash Tests 2-50, 51, 52 & 53, Connecticut Truck Mounted
Attenuator - Tests 405241/1,2&3, Full VHS Video Version,” Connecticut
DOT, December 1, 1994.
3. “Connecticut Truck-Mounted Attenuator (CTMA) Tests Nos. 405214-1, 2 & 3
(NCHRP Report 350 Tests Nos. 2-51, 2-52 & 2-53),” Abbreviated VHS Video
Version, Connecticut DOT, January 1995.
4. “Connecticut Truck-Mounted Attenuator (CTMA) Tests Nos. 405214-1, 2 & 3
(NCHRP Report 350 Tests Nos. 2-51, 2-52 & 2-53),” Full VHS Video
Version, Connecticut DOT, January 1995.
5. “Merritt Parkway Timber Rail (MPG) Test No. 405501-1 (NCHRP Report 350
Test No. 3-11),” VHS Video, Connecticut DOT, December 14, 1995.
6. “Merritt Parkway Timber Rail (MPG) Test No. 405501-2 (NCHRP Report 350
Test No. 3-10),” VHS Video, Connecticut DOT, February 7, 1996.
7. “Merritt Parkway Timber Rail (MPG) Test No. 405501-3 (NCHRP Report 350 Test
No. 3-11 w/curb),” VHS Video, Connecticut DOT, February 8, 1996.
8. “Merritt Parkway Timber Rail (MPG) Test No. 405501-4 (NCHRP Report 350 Test
No. 3-21),” VHS Video, Connecticut DOT, February 28, 1996.
9. "NCHRP 350 Crash Test No. 405501-1, Merritt Parkway Timber Rail,"
Connecticut DOT, April 1, 1996.
10. "NCHRP 350 Crash Test No. 405501-2, Merritt Parkway Timber Rail,"
Connecticut DOT, April 1, 1996.
11. "NCHRP 350 Crash Test No. 405501-3, Merritt Parkway Timber Rail,"
Connecticut DOT, April 1, 1996.
12. "NCHRP 350 Crash Test No. 405501-4, Merritt Parkway Timber Rail,"
Connecticut DOT, April 1, 1996.
13. “Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (CIAS) Tests Nos. 405651-1&2 (NCHRP
Report 350 Tests Nos. 3-32 & 3-38),” VHS Video, Connecticut DOT, May
1996.
14. "NCHRP 350 Crash Test No. 405651, Parts 1 & 2, Connecticut Impact
Attenuation System," Connecticut DOT, August 1, 1996.
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VIDEOTAPE (continued)
SPR-2216 - “350” Crash Testing of Connecticut Impact-Attenuation Systems
(continued)
15. “Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (CIAS) Test No. 405651-3 (NCHRP
Report 350 Test No. 3-35),” VHS Video, Connecticut DOT, October 14,
1997.
16. “Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (CIAS) Test No. 405651-4 (NCHRP
Report 350 Test No. 3-33),” VHS Video, Connecticut DOT, October 27,
1997.
17. “Narrow Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (NCIAS) Test No. 404231-1
(NCHRP Report 350 Test No. 3-33),” VHS Video, Connecticut DOT, October
28, 1997.
18. “Narrow Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (NCIAS) Test No. 404231-2
(NCHRP Report 350 Test No. 3-32),” VHS Video, Connecticut DOT, December
15, 1997.
19. “Narrow Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (NCIAS) Test No. 404231-3
(NCHRP Report 350 Test No. 3-37),” VHS Video, Connecticut DOT, December
16, 1997.
20. “Narrow Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (NCIAS) Test No. 404231-4
(NCHRP Report 350 Test No. 3-38),” VHS Video, Connecticut DOT, March 2,
1998.
21. “Narrow Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (NCIAS) Test No. 404231-5
(Repeat of NCHRP Report 350 Test No. 3-38),” VHS Video, Connecticut DOT,
June 8, 1998.
22. “Narrow Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (NCIAS) Test No. 404231-6
(NCHRP Report 350 Test No. 3-39),” VHS Video, Connecticut DOT, June 9,
1998.
23. “Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (CIAS) Test No. 404231-7 (NCHRP
Report 350 Test No. 3-34),” VHS Video, Connecticut DOT, April 19, 1999.
SPR-2219 – Demonstration and Evaluation of SUPERPAVE™ Technologies
1. “Roads that Last Superpave,” FOX 61 and ConnDOT, July 1997.
Miscellaneous
1. "Corrosion on the Bridge Over Rt. 17, Middletown," September 29, 1989.
2. "Hydrodemolisher - Waterbury," Field Tape, October 12, 1989.
3. "Q-Bridge: Overlay Removal, Sounding and Patching," Field Tape, October 30,
1990.
4. "Chipping Paint - Overhead Sign Support," Field Tape, M. M. Kasinskas,
September 4, 1991.
5. "New Inspection Instrumentation for Steel Structures," 1970.
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VIDEOTAPE (continued)
Miscellaneous (continued)
6. "NCIAS & CIAS Crashes - Actual Impacts with Unmanned Camera," December 1991.
7. "1. Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (CIAS) and 2. Narrow Connecticut
Impact Attenuation System (NCIAS)" combined copies of two videotapes,
1992.
8. "They Move Connecticut - The Department of Transportation," October 1991.
9. “Open House December 4, 1993, 2800 Berlin Turnpike, Newington, CT,” December
1993.
10. “Business Today Show Preservation Pointers EAS Inc. Triton Barrier,”
11. “Demonstration of Telespar’s Unistrut Breakaway Sign Support. Installation
and Vehicle Impact. Brook St.,” ConnDOT, October 17, 1994.
12. “National Traffic Data Acquisition Conference 1994 (NATDAC ‘94), Rocky Hill,
CT, September 18-22, 1994, Volumes 1-16,” ConnDOT, September 22, 1995.
13. “National Traffic Data Acquisition Conference 1994 (NATDAC ‘94), Rocky Hill,
CT, September 18-22, 1994, 28 Tapes (original unedited editions),”
ConnDOT, September 22, 1995.
14. “ConnDOT Managers’ Meeting, Unedited - Volume 1” November 17, 1993.
15. “ConnDOT Managers’ Meeting, Unedited - Volume 1” November 17, 1995.
16. “Construction of the Arrigoni Bridge,” ConnDOT, February 1998.
PART L
180
Listing of Films, Videotapes, and Streaming Media Obtained from Other Sources
VIDEOTAPE
Federal Agencies, NCHRP & SHRP
1. “Open Roads: A Look at FHWA – Freeway Incident Management,” FHWA-SA-91-011,
March 1, 1991.
2. “Ramp Metering: Signal for Success,” FHWA.
3. “Go for the Green,” FHWA.
4. “Truck Impact on Pavements,” FHWA, April 15, 1988.
5. “Caution, Litigation Ahead: The Road to Effective Risk Management,” FHWA,
April 15, 1988.
6. “Better Inductive Loop Detectors,” FHWA & NY DOT, January 27, 1986.
7. “AAMAS,” NCHRP 9-6, SHRP, June 21, 1991.
8. “SHRP – Long Term Pavement Performance Study Overview,” SHRP.
9. “Technical Advancements for Maintenance Workers – for Maintenance Managers
and Work Crews,” SHRP, October 10, 1990.
10. “Technical Advancements for Maintenance Workers – for Chief Administrative
Officers,” SHRP, October 10, 1990.
11. “Paving the Way for Tomorrow’s Highways,” SHRP, January 15, 1989.
12. “Washington State Traffic Data Collection – Nichols Consulting,” SHRP, June
1, 1991.
13. “Pavement Management Systems,” U.S. Army CRREL, July 2, 1991.
14. “Unsurfaced Road Management,” U.S. Army CRREL, July 2, 1991.
15. “Scrap Rubber in Pavement,” U.S. Army CRREL, July 2, 1991.
16. “Inspecting Unsurfaced Roads,” U.S. Army CRREL, July 2, 1991.
17. “Introduction to FERF (Frost Effects Research Facility),” U.S. Army CRREL,
July 2, 1991.
18. “FERF (Frost Effects Research Facility)/Technical,” U.S. Army CRREL, July 2,
1991.
19. “Crack Sealing Flexible Asphalt Pavement,” U.S. Army CRREL, July 2, 1991.
20. “Safety Restoration During Snow Removal,” FHWA, October 1989.
21. “FWD Calibration Centers: Why Do We Need Them? Contract P-007A,” SHRP,
September 1989.
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VIDEOTAPE (continued)
Federal Agencies, NCHRP & SHRP (continued)
22. “SUPERPAVE: Asphalt Pavements That Perform,” SHRP, February 1992.
23. “Concrete Bridge Protection Repair and Rehabilitation, Contract C-103,” SHRP,
March 1992.
24. “New Work Zone Safety Devices, Contract H-109 & H-110,” SHRP, March 1992.
25. “Effective Snow Fences; Contract H-110: Part 1 – Benefits (For Chief Admin.
Officers); and Part 2 – Key Elements (For Technical and Operational
Staff),” SHRP, January 1991.
26. “NOW Exhibit – 191 AASHTO Technology Transfer Fair (Topics: Worker Safety,
Snow and Ice Control, Highway Maintenance, Concrete, Asphalt, LTPP),”
SHRP, January 1991.
27. “Pontis, A New Generation Bridge Management System,” U.S. DOT.
28. “Maintenance Data Collection,” NCHRP.
29. “Northeast States Asphalt User/Producer Group Workshop on Asphalt Binder
Equipment and Specifications.” (6 cassetts), FHWA, October 29, 1992.
30. “MPO PM Practices – Local Road Management System,” FHWA, October 19, 1993.
31. “ISTEA PM Elements – PM Concepts and Theory,” FHWA, October 19, 1993.
32. “Opening Remarks: National Perspectives Regional Perspectives,” FHWA,
October 19, 1993.
33. “Metrication for Pavement Management: Institutional Barriers,” FHWA, October
19, 1993.
34. “1993 AASHTO Pavement Design Guide & Computer Program – Crumb Rubber
Asphalt,” FHWA, October 19, 1993.
35. “Traffic Barriers and Control Treatments for Restricted Work Zones, NCHRP 17-
8,” NCHRP.
36. “Snow and Ice Control,” H-200 Series Contracts, No. 20, SHRP.
37. “New Research Into Cost-Effective Pavement Repairs,” Contract H-106, No. 4,
SHRP.
38. “Evaluation Procedures for Deicing Chemicals,” Contract H-205, SHRP.
39. “Distress Identification Manual,” Contract, SHRP.
40. “Pavement Management and Worker Safety,” H-100 Series Contracts, No. 19,
SHRP, March 11, 1993.
41. “Plows of the Future,” Contract H-206, No. 21, SHRP.
PART L (continued)
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Federal Agencies, NCHRP & SHRP (continued)
42. “Introduction to Rehabilitation of Highway Concrete #22,” SHRP, June 1,
1994.
43. “Quality Control of Concrete Site, Part 1,” SHRP, June 1, 1994.
44. “Quality Control of Concrete Site, Part 2,” SHRP, June 1, 1994.
45. “Quality Control of Concrete Site, Part 3,” SHRP, June 1, 1994.
46. “Quality Control of Concrete Site, Part 4,” SHRP, June 1, 1994.
47. “Concrete Pavement Overlays #27,” SHRP, June 1, 1994.
48. “Bridge Deck Overlays,” SHRP, June 1, 1994.
49. “Alkali-Silica Testing #29,” SHRP, June 1, 1994.
50. “Freeze-Thaw Testing,” SHRP, June 1, 1994.
51. “Full-Depth Repair of Jointed Concrete Pavement,” SHRP, June 1, 1994.
52. “Early Opening of Full-Depth Concrete Repairs,” SHRP, June 1, 1994.
53. “Partial-Depth Repair of Concrete Pavement #33,” SHRP, June 1, 1994.
54. “GIS-T Pooled Fund Study, Phase A Overview,” FHWA Pooled Fund, July 1994.
80.“Staying Ahead of the Storm,” Road Weather Information Systems, Contract H-
107, January 1, 1995.
56. “Access Management Overview,” FHWA Office of Technology, May 1997.
57. “Visualization in Transportation,” Transportation Research Board, November
1998.
58. “Visualization in Transportation – NCHRP Synthesis 229,” Transportation
Research Board, November 1998.
Other State & Connecticut Agencies
1. “The Forgiving Highway,” CAL TRANS.
2. “Leaf Composting – Windrows of Opportunity,” Connecticut Department of
Environmental Protection, July 1, 1990.
3. “Videolog Van,” Idaho Transp. Dept.
4. “Pasco Road Survey, Demo Proj. 72,” Iowa DOT.
5. “1 for 3 Pasco Road Survey System (PRS) Development,” Iowa DOT.
6. “ARAN, Maine,” ME DOT, June 21, 1991.
7. “GPS/GIS Multi-State Project,” OH DOT, September 1, 1990.
PART L (continued)
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Other State & Connecticut Agencies (continued)
8. “Idea Store, Ed. 1,” PA DOT, January 15, 1989.
9. “Idea Store, Ed. 2,” PA DOT, May 15, 1989.
10. “Idea Store, Ed. 3,” PA DOT, November 24, 1989.
11. “Idea Store, Ed. 4,” PA DOT, June 6, 1990.
12. “Idea Store, Ed. 5,” PA DOT, March 26, 1991.
13. “Idea Store, Ed. 6,” PA DOT, September 6, 1991.
14. “Idea Store, Ed. 7,” PA DOT, August 1, 1992.
15. “The So. Dakota Road Profiler,” S. Dakota DOT.
16. “Getting There From Here,” Vermont Agency of Trans., January 1, 1987.
17. “Video Logging,” Washington State DOT.
18. “California’s Heavy Duty Vehicle Inspection Program,” CALTRANS, March 5,
1993.
19. “Headlight Glare Screen Material Performance Impact Test, February 17 and
March 5, 1993,” Nevada DOT, February 17, 1993.
20. “Research Review Day,” Oklahoma DOT, April 1998.
21. “Emergency Response to Electric Vehicles,” California Department of Forestry
and Fire Protection, February 1999.
22. “Bicycle-Friendly Rumble Strips,” Colorado Department of Transportation,
September 2001
Industry Materials
1. “MAGLEV – Hudson Valley.”
2. “Sil-Act,” Advanced Chem. Technol.
3. “Pavement Marking Inspection: Thermoplastic,” Am. Traf. Safety Serv. Assn.
4. “Sound Off,” Sound Barriers, Cor Tec.
5. “Applause II – Demonstration Video for Software,” Ashton Tate, April 1, 1991.
6. “Zinc Metallizing,” Zinc Institute.
7. “Application of LMC (Latex Modified Concrete), Training Video,” BASF, June
21, 1991.
8. “BASF Styrofan 1186, Latex Modified Concrete – The Crossing of Lake
Washington,” BASF, June 21, 1991.
9. “C-LOC, Michigan Fisheries Installation,” C-Loc.
PART L (continued)
184
VIDEOTAPE (continued)
Industry Materials (continued)
10. “Coating Demonstration of IC Coating 531 Water Based Inorganic Zinc Silicate
Coating System,” CSI Blaster/Painters, April 16, 1986.
11. “Dura-phalt Applications,” Dura-Phalt, Inc., May 3, 1990.
12. “Elgard Anode Ribbon Installation Over Exposed Rebar,” Elgard, February 17,
1988.
13. “G-R-E-A-T, Greater, Greatest,” Energy Absorp. Syst., Inc.
14. “ARAN: Keeping an Eye on the Road,” Highway Products Int’l, March 18, 1991.
15. “The C50L Huckbolt Fastening System,” Huck Mfg. Co., September 1, 1990.
16. “IBC MK-VII Barrier Maintenance,” Int’l Barrier Corp.
17. “IBC vs. Concrete Barrier Cost Comparison,” Int’l Barrier Corp., May 3, 1989.
18. “IBC – A New Highway Barrier NTSC 525,” Int’l Barrier Corp., May 15, 1988.
19. “IBC – Introduction, Technical Briefing and Assembly,” Int’l Barrier Corp.
20. “IBC – MK-7 Barrier Truck,” Int’l Barrier Corp., July 15, 1989.
21. “IBC – Mark IX Barrier Median,” Int’l Barrier Corp.
22. “Perma-Zyme,” Int’l Enzymes, Inc., February 1, 1991.
23. “Ipanex Concrete – Pennsylvania Turnpike, Case History,” IPA Systems, Inc.,
June 13, 1990.
24. “Jack Carney – News Story – CIAS Crash Test – NBC TV Nashville,” Jack Carney,
January 28, 1991.
25. “Rubbish Plant-Mixed Pavement,” This Old House, February 1, 1990.
26. “An Introduction to Polymer Modified Microsurfacing,” Koch Materials Co.
27. “ODT Ralumac,” Koch Materials Co.
28. “Pavetech,” Pavetech.
29. “VERGLIMIT – Demo of Installation on Tappan Zee Bridge,” PK Innovations.
30. “I-90 Reconstruction in South Dakota & Minnesota, 1986” Portland Cement
Assn., November 15, 1986.
31. “Rehabilitation of Interstate I-20/I-59 Meridian, Mississippi,” Portland
Cement Assn., November 15, 1986.
32. “Dragnet Vehicle Arresting System,” Rdway. Safety Serv., Inc.
PART L (continued)
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VIDEOTAPE (continued)
Industry Materials (continued)
33. “It’s Nature’s Way – The Composting Solution,” Solid Waste Composting Co.,
April 1, 1991.
34. “CAT – Crash Cushion Attenuating Terminal, ET-2000,” Syro Steel Co.
35. “The Tire Pond,” The Tire Pond, Inc., November 15, 1990.
36. “Thorotop HCR,” Thoro System Products.
37. “Projection 16X7 TUBIG – WALL,” Tubig.
38. “QPR 2000 – Quality Pavement Repair,” U.S. Protec, Inc.
39. “Vari Spec Batteryless Flasher,” Vari Spec.
40. “Bituthene System 4000,” W. R. Grace, February 17, 1989.
41. “Bituthene Contractor Training Video,” W. R. Grace, February 17, 1989.
42. “LoCorr Deicer – Good News Travels Fast,” Akzo.
43. “Telecommunications and Office Automation Specialists for the 90’s,” Shared
Technologies, Inc.
44. “Syro Steel Co., 1. C-A-T, 2. ET-2000, 3. ADIEM, 4. CIAS, 5. NCIAS,” Syro
Steel Company.
45. “Making Rheology Accessible to the Asphalt Paving Industry,” Bohlin
Instruments.
46. “Macrovision – Protecting Your Image,” Macrovision.
47. “Cine Magnetics Video – A World of Difference,” Cine Magnetics.
48. “The C50L Huckbolt Fastening System,” Huck.
49. “American Inland Divers, Inc. Sonar Scour Vision Demo,” American Inland
Divers, Inc.
50. “PageTap, The Door to Tomorrow,” PageTap, Inc.
51. “The Diamond Advantage in Highway Grinding,” International Grooving and
Grinding, October 7, 1993.
52. “GlasGrid Reinforcing Mesh,” Bay Mills, March 19, 1992.
53. “Josto (CONN) LTD Water Hydromilling Tape,” Josto (CONN) LTD.
54. “Poxy Coat II,” Int’l Coating and Chemical Co., August 5, 1994.
55. “Highway Cold In-Place Recycling,” C&R Associates, August 11, 1994.
56. “PH-100 Pothole Repair Compound,” Plastic Flamecoat Syst., April 1, 1995.
PART L (continued)
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VIDEOTAPE (continued)
Industry Materials (continued)
57. “Dia-Thane 2000 & RX101 for Lead Abatement Encapsulation,” Pyrochek
International,” January 1, 1995.
58. “Enduraseal 300 Asphalt Rejuvenator,” Cascadia International.
59. “ProScan – Computerized Scanning and Reduction of Manual Profilograph
Traces,” Devore Systems, Inc., September 1, 1990.
60. “A Day in the Life of Video F/X,” Digital F/X.
61. “Plastic Flamecoat Systems,” Plastic Flamecoat Systems.
62. “LOTUS – Make the Smart Move to Lotus Ami Pro,” LOTUS.
63. “Matrix-UPS Series,” American Power Conversions.
64. “Sopralene Antirock Soprema Roofing,” Soprema Roofing Waterproofing.
64. “Pile Cap Underwater Pile Encapsulation System,” Pile Cap.
65. “Turner Company Plastic Manhole Rings,” Turner Company.
66. “Alacrity E-Quip Work Group Imaging,” Alacrity Systems Incorporated.
67. “Sedimat,” Indian Valley Industries, February 27, 1996.
68. “Nevada DOT Headlight Glare Screen Impact Test,” Nevada DOT, February 27,
1993.
69. “Safe Hit ITL Reports,” Safe Hit.
70. “Futerra Clearly the Leader,” Conwed Fibers, May 9, 1996.
71. “Watchdog Perimeter Workzone Intrusion Alarm System,” Kenco International
Inc., June 17, 1996.
80. “Raupave,” Waymark Group, June 19, 1996.
73. “Poz-Loc Slipbase System,” Southwestern Pipe, Inc., 1996.
74. “Guardian Safety Barrier, NCHRP 350 Test Level 3,” Safety Barrier Systems,
1997.
75. “Stormceptor,” Stormceptor Corporation, 1997.
76. “Asphalt Rubber Chip Seal,” All States Asphalt, 1997.
77. “The Gripper,” Trident Technologies, June 1997.
78. “Guardian Safety Barrier,” Safety Barrier Systems, June 1997.
79. “Pagetap – The Door to Tomorrow,” Pagetap Inc., June 1997.
80. “The Minnesota Local Road Research Board,” Minnesota LRRB, March 1998.
PART L (continued)
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VIDEOTAPE (continued)
Industry Materials (continued)
81. “Sonic Dry Clean,” U.S. Filter, April 1998.
82. “NETC 4 Bar Sidewalk Mounted Bridge Railing NCHRP 350 TL 4,” Southwest
Research Institute, April 1999.
83. “Driving the Chevy S-10 Electric Pickup Truck,” General Motors, June 1999.
Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
State-of-the-Art Photolog Van ConnDOT's Newest Data/Image System - June 2010. 2010 Yes
ConnDoT Workers Honored by the Motor Transport Association of
Connecticut
Recognition of ConnDOT staff for their quick response in
reopening I-95 after a fiery accident. 2004 Yes
2008 Transportation Design Challenge
This contest, held in October 2008, at the Connecticut
Convention Center, introduced high school students
to transportation practices.
2008 No
Connecticut Highway Motorist Patrol Presented by Mr. James Mona, ConnDOT Incident
Management. 2004 Yes
Champion of Industry The ConnDOT Bureau of Public Transportation is
recognized for excellence in business practices. 2004 Yes
Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
Salem Four-Corners Proposed Roundabout Meeting, held at the
Salem Town Hall Originally recorded on June 17, 2009. 2009 No
Salem Four-Corners Proposed Roundabout Simulation Narrated by Will Britnell in June 2009. 2009 No
Draft Long-Range Transportation Plan Presented by Ms. Roxane M. Fromson, ConnDOT, on
April 2, 2009. 2009 No
Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
Don't be a Conehead 27th Annual Telly Award winner. 2006 No
No Zone 27th Annual Telly Award winner. 2006 No
At The Office Work Zone Safety Public Service Advertisement. 2004 Yes
In the Elevator Work Zone Safety Public Service Advertisement. 2004 Yes
Splat Motorcycle Safety Public Service Advertisement. 2004 Yes
Work Zone Safety 1 Work Zone Safety Public Service Advertisement. 2004 Yes
Work Zone Safety 2 Public Service Announcement. 2004 Yes
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Public Meetings
Public Service Excellence
Highway Safety
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Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
Q-Bridge Voluntary Pre-Bid Conference Contract E Project No. 92-531/622/627, May 26, 2010. 2010 No
New Haven Rail Yard Component Change Out Shop Pre-Bid Conference for State Project No. 301-0106.
Presented on June 23, 2009. 2009 No
DRAGNET Vehicle Arrestor System About a vehicle attenuation system. 2008 Yes
Traffic Simulator
Proposed Improvements on CT State Routes 6 and 44 in
Manchester, CT, at East Catholic and Cheney Technical
High Schools.
2008 Missing
"The Big Pick"
The 1,000-ton lift of the Church St. bridge truss span in
New Haven, CT, was made in the early morning hours of
May 4, 2003. The 3-hour move is compressed here into
less than 3 minutes.
2003 No
Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
Structural Health Monitoring using Fiber Optic Technologies on the I-
35 W Bridge over the Mississippi River Dr. Daniele Inaudi, Roctest Group, November 4, 2009. 2009 No
History of Bridge Monitoring in Connecticut Presented by Dr. John DeWolf, University of Connecticut,
on July 29. 2009 No
Data Qualification for the Connecticut Bridge Monitoring Network Presented by Mr. Harinee Trivedi, University of
Connecticut, on May 15, 2009. 2009 No
Structural Monitoring of the Sikorsky Bridge Presented by Ms. Varsha Singh, University of
Connecticut, on September 20, 2007. 2007 No
Field Strain Monitoring to Evaluate Unexpected Cracking of a Non-
redundant Steel Plate Girder Bridge
Presented by Mr. Gino Troiano, University of Connecticut,
in March 2007. 2007 No
Bridge Topics
Construction Projects
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Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
NEAUPG 2010 Steering Committee Meeting and Webcast A Webcast Conducted in Rocky Hill, CT, on 3/23/2010. 2010 No
NEAUPG - Understanding and Implementing the Multi Stress Creep
Recovery Test Workshop and Webcast A Webcast Conducted in Rocky Hill, CT, on 9/22/2009. 2009 No
Workshop on Best Practices for Concrete Pavements Presented on April 29-30, 2009. 2009 No
NEAUPG 2009 Steering Commitee Meeting Presented on March 31, 2009. 2009 No
Overview of the Pavetrack Program Presented by Mr. Michael Cruz. 2008 No
Intelligent Compaction Presented by Mr. Chuck Dheal to the HMA Task Force on
December 16, 2006. 2006 Yes
FHWA - Use of PMS Data Workshop September 20, 2006, in Rocky Hill, CT. 2006 Yes
FHWA - Climatic Inputs Workshop September 19, 2006, in Rocky Hill, CT. 2006 Yes
FHWA - Traffic Data Workshop September 18, 2006, in Rocky Hill, CT . 2006 Yes
Historical Perspective on Use of Rubber and Recycled Rubber in
Asphalt Pavements Presented by Mr. Donald A. Larsen, ConnDOT. 2005 Yes
Materials Inputs for Mechanistic Empirical Pavement Design
Workshop March 30-31, 2005. 2005 Missing
NEAUPG Steering Committee Meeting and Webcast North East Asphalt User/Producer Group (NEAUPG)
Meeting held at the Rocky Hill Lab on March 29, 2005. 2005 No
Pro Val 2.5 Workshop Pavement Profile Software, Webcast on March 3, 2005. 2005 No
Mr. John D'Angelo, FHWA "Why We Need a New Pavement Design System" - 2005. 2005 Yes
Super Pave 2005 Presented by Mr. Nelio Rodrigues, ConnDOT - 2005. 2005 Yes
FHWA's Introduction to the NCHRP 1-37A Pavement Design
Workshop August 2th, 2004. 2004 Yes
Modified Asphalt Course/Webcast Hosted by the Northeast Asphalt User/Producer Group -
July 15, 2004. 2004 No
Pavement Topics
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Coordination of Pavement Activities in the Northeast Presented by Dr. Charles E. Dougan for the Northeast
Asphalt User/Producer group meeting March 24, 2004. 2004 Missing
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Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
Experimental Use of Ultra-Thin Lift Maintenance Treatment Technical brief on pavement maintenance treatment,
presented by Mr. Keith R. Lane. 2003 Missing
Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
The History and Advancement of Streaming Media Technologies at
ConnDOT
Hosted by ConnDOT State Highway Design Section -
Presented by Mr. Drew M. Coleman, ConnDOT Division
of Research - Newington, CT- May 12, 2010.
2010 No
DigitalHIWAY for Power Users
Hosted by ConnDOT State Highway Design Section -
Presented by Mr. Bradley J. Overturf, ConnDOT Division
of Research - Newington, CT- May 12, 2010.
2010 No
DigitalHIWAY Training Presented by Mr. David Burns - About new video tutorials
and quicktips - May 2010. 2010 No
The CT State Libraries Internet Search Tool About IConn.org - 2008. 2008 No
Winter Construction Inspection Training Series Held in Rocky Hill, CT - Winter 2007. 2007 No
Ethics Training For State Employees Office of State Ethics - 2008. 2008 Yes
Material Stock Request for CORE-CT Presented by Mr. Thomas Vaughan in November 2008. 2008 No
DAS Procurement-101 Webcast on June 8, 2005. 2005 Yes
Site Manager Training Introduction to Site Manager - Presented by Mr. Joseph
Bouchey. ??? No
CT Training and Development Network Meeting Held in Rocky Hill, CT - December 16, 2005. 2005 Yes
Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
Digital Design Environment Presentation Hosted by ConnDOT's Engineering Applications. 2006 Yes
CT-e PASS Automated Routing Training Using the CT-ePASS Oversize/Overweight Vehicle
Permitting System. 2005 Yes
Staff Development and E-Learning
Distance Learning
Pavement Topics (continued)
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Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
TRB Annual Correlation Visit - 2007 Presented by Ms. Christine Gerencher, TRB, in May
2007. 2007 Yes
TRB Annual Correlation Visit - 2006 Presented by Ms. Kimberly Fisher, TRB, in 2006. 2006 Yes
2004 National Research Advisory Committee Held in Mystic, CT, July 18-22, 2004. 2004 No
Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
Pavement Surface Properties Consortium: a Collaborative Research
Program
Conducted by Mr. Gerardo Flintsch - Virginia Tech. Live
webcast from Rocky Hill, CT, first aired on September 24,
2009.
2009 No
A Study of the Weigh Station Technologies and Practices Presented on September 21, 2008. 2008 No
About New Product Evaluation Procedures Presented by Mr. Andrew J. Mroczkowski, ConnDOT
Division of Research, in 2008. 2008 No
Field Evaluation of Concrete Containing DSS Presented by Mr. Richard C. Hanley, ConnDOT Division
of Research, in 2008. 2008 Yes
Automated Stop Sign Identification System Presented by Mr. Richard C. Hanley, ConnDOT Division
of Research, in 2008. 2008 No
About ConnDOT's Photolog Program Presented by Mr. Bradley J. Overturf, ConnDOT Division
of Research, in May 2008. 2008 No
About ConnDOT's Pavement Friction Testing and Safety Evaluation
Program
Presented by Mr. John W. Henault, ConnDOT Division of
Research, in 2008. 2008 No
Investigation of Low Strength Concrete Test Results Presented by Mr. John W. Henault, ConnDOT Division of
Research, in 2007. 2007 No
Transportation Pooled Fund Study No. TPF-5(100)
Deicer Scaling Resistance of Concrete Pavements,
Bridge Decks and Other Structures Containing Slag
Cement - Presented by Dr. Scott Schlorholtz.
2006 Yes
National Conferences and Organizations
Transportation Research
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Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
Executive Summary for SPR-2231
Feasibility of Streaming Media for Transportation
Research and Implementation - Presented by Mr. Drew
M. Coleman, ConnDOT Division of Research, in 2006.
2006 No
Thermal Imaging of Hot Mix Asphalt in CT Presented by Mr. John W. Henault, ConnDOT Division of
Research, in the fall of 2005. 2005 Yes
Alternate Merge Sign
Alternate Merge Sign at Signalized Intersections -
Presented by Mr. Eric G. Feldblum, ConnDOT Division of
Research, in February 2005.
2005 Yes
Synopsis of the NCIAS
A Discussion of the Narrow Connecticut Impact
Attenuation System - Presented by Ms. Erika B.
Lindeberg, ConnDOT Division of Research, in January
2004.
2004 Missing
Transportation Research Showcase Held at UConn in Storrs, CT, on March 19, 2002, 2002 No
Research and Implementation Activities
A sample of ongoing & completed research projects:
Streaming Media for Transportation Research &
Implementation; Quality Assurance in Construction;
Personal Digital Assistants for HMA Inspectors;
Whitetopping Pavement in Connecticut; Bridge
Monitoring; Alternative Merge Sign; Connecticut Crash
Attenuators; Quartz Piezo Weigh-in-Motion; and,
Pavement Quality Indicator.
2003 Yes
Transportation Research (continued)
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Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
About the Technology Expo-2009 Recorded on September 16, 2009, in Storrs, CT. 2010 No
Flagger Safety Training Presented by Mr. Scott Zincke, December 2009, 2009 No
CTI Research Forum Filmed on location, in Storrs, CT, on November 5, 2009. 2009 No
Retroreflectivity Presented by Mr. Mark M. Hood on August 26, 2009, 2009 No
Analyzing and Solving Local Traffic Problems Presented by Mr. Mark M. Hood on August 19, 2008. 2008 No
Roadway Safety Fundamentals Presented by Mr. Mark M. Hood on July 08, 2008. 2008 Yes
Infrastructure Asset Management Presented by Mr. Paul Brown on July 11, 2007. 2007 Yes
About the Technology Transfer Center Presented by Ms. Donna M. Shea, Program Director,
Technology Transfer Center, University of Connecticut. 2005 Yes
Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
Employing Graphic-Aided Dynamic Message Signs to Assist Elder
Driver’s Message Comprehension
Presented by Dr. Jay Wang for NETC Project 05-6 in
2007. 2007 Yes
Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
Reducing Fatigue in Wind-Excited Traffic Signal Support Structures
using Smart Dampening Technologies
NCHRP-IDEA Project 141 - Presented by Dr. Richard E.
Christenson, University of Connecticut, in Storrs, CT, on
June 17, 2010.
2010 No
History of NESMEA Presented by Mr. Philip E. McCyntire. 2008 Missing
Invasive Plant Control – Purple Loosestrife Using Galerucella Beetles to control Purple Loosestrife by
Ms. Donna Ellis, University of Connecticut. 2007 Yes
Bradley Intl Airport Go Easy Commercial. 2004 No
The Segway People Mover Transportation Device Demonstration, held at the Rocky
Hill Lab. 2003 Yes
Miscellaneous Videos
New England Transportation Consortium (NETC)
Connecticut Transportation Institue (CTI) - Technology Transfer Center
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Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
Air Quality-101
Presented by Tracy R. Babbidge, Connecticut
Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), on
November 7, 2008.
2008 No
High Electric Demand Days
Presented in 2008 by Richard G. Rodrigue, Connecticut
Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), on
11/07/08.
2008 No
Climate and Energy Challenges and Opportunities
Presented by Mr. Paul E. Farrell, Connecticut Department
of Environmental Protection (DEP), on November 7,
2008.
2008 No
Introduction to the Electric System
Presented by Connecticut Department of Public Utiliites
(DPUC) Chairman Donald Downes on September 5,
2008.
2008 No
Introduction to the Natural Gas System
Presented by Connecticut Department of Public Utiliites
(DPUC) Commissioner Anne C. George on September 5,
2008.
2008 No
Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
Concrete Testing Training Provided by Central Lab/Materials Testing, May 18, 2010. 2010 Yes
Generational Communications Sponsored by the Diversity Council, April 29, 2010. 2010 Yes
Benefits and Pitfalls of Designing with Architectural Concrete Presented by Mr. John Glover, LM Scofield Co. Hosted
by ConnDOT State Design Section, April 2010. 2010 No
H1N1/Seasonal Flu Awareness and Prevention Ms. Cheryl Marenick, ConnDOT Occupational Health
Nurse, January 2010. 2010 No
MTG Pavement Design Catalog Mr. Michael Derewianka, ConnDOT Pavement
Management, April 8, 2010. 2010 No
Presentation for In-House Communication
CEAB (Connecticut Energy Advisory Board)
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Listing of Streaming Media Hosted on ConnDOT Research Streaming Server
PART M
Title Description Publication Date Captions [1]
Interacting with Persons with Disabilities Sponsored by the Diversity Council, November 25, 2009. 2009 Yes
2010 Annual Hazardous Materials Training for the Central Lab Developed for ConnDOT Materials Testing Personnel in
Rocky Hill, CT. 2010 No
Lead Awareness Training Presented by Mr. Martin Lewis, TRC Environmental, in
July 2009. 2009 No
Asbestos Awareness Training Presented by Martin Lewis, TRC Environmental, in July
2009. 2009 No
Performance Measures - 2009 Presented by Mr. Donald A. Larsen, ConnDOT, on April
21, 2009. 2009 No
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Type of Assignment Person(s)
Pre-1994
Project
Construction Costs of New England Bridges - Phase II Closed - 4/2/03 TAC Member William Duff -
Pre-1994
Project
Tire Chips as Lightweight Backfill – Phase II: Full-Scale Testing Closed - 4/2/03 TAC Member Not named University of Maine
Pre-1994
Project
Bridge Rail Crash Test – Phase II: Sidewalk Mounted Rail Closed - 4/2/03 TAC Member Dionysia F. Oliveira Federal Highway
Administration
Pre-1994
Project
New England Vehicle Classification and Truck Weight Program Closed - 4/2/03 TAC Member William Duff -
NETC 94-1 Structural Analysis of New England Subbase Materials and Structures Closed 3/31/99 4/5/02 TAC Member Leo L. Fontaine University of Rhode Island
NETC 94-2 Nondestructive Testing of Reinforced Concrete Bridges Using Radar
Imaging Techniques
Closed 9/30/99 12/16/03 TAC Member Kevin J. Bernard University of Vermont
NETC 94-3
[1]
Procedures for the Evaluation of Sheet Membrane Waterproofing Closed 9/30/99 4/2/03 TAC Member Not named N/A
NETC 94-4 Durability of Concrete Crack Repair Systems Terminated
[2]
12/31/99 4/9/01 TAC Member Kevin J. Bernard University of Rhode Island
NETC 95-1 Use of Tire/Chips/Soil Mixtures to Limit Frost Heave and Pavement
Damage of Paved Roads
Closed 12/31/97 9/21/00 TAC Member Donald A. Larsen University of Maine
NETC 95-2 Suitability of Non-Hydric Soils for Wetland Mitigation Closed Completion
of Work
(2/28/97)
12/2/97 TAC Member Steven Ladd University of New Hampshire
NETC 95-3 Implementation and Evaluation of Traffic Marking Recesses for
Application of Thermoplastic Pavement Markings on Modified Open
Graded Mixes
Closed 8/31/99 4/11/01 TAC Member John R. Giannini University of Rhode Island
NETC 95-5 Buried Joints in Short Span Bridges Terminated
[3]
Completion
of Work
(8/31/99)
4/9/01 TAC Chairperson Robert G. Lauzon University of Rhode Island
TAC Member Keith R. Lane
TAC Member Colleen A. Kissane
NETC 96-1 SUPERPAVE Implementation Closed 8/31/99 4/5/02 TAC Member Nelio J. Rodrigues University of Connecticut
NETC 96-2 Optimizing GPS Use in Transportation Projects Terminated
and
Closed
[4]
6/30/99 9/2/04
and
4/27/05
TAC Member Bradley J. Overturf University of Connecticut
NETC 96-3 Effectiveness of Fiber Reinforced Composites as Structural and
Protective Coverings for Bridge Elements Exposed to Deicing-Salt
Chlorides
Closed 12/31/00 4/2/03 TAC Member John W. Henault Rutgers - State University of
New Jersey
1996 Series Projects
PART N
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FY10
1995 Series Projects
1994 Series Projects
Pre-1994 Series Projects
Personnel Assignments to NETC Committees Contractor
Project
Closed
Date
Anticipated
Completion
Date
University of Massachusetts -
Amherst
4/2/03Completion
of Work
(4/30/97)
ClosedGuidelines for Ride Quality Acceptance for PavementsNETC 95-6
StatusStudy TitleStudy Number
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Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART N
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FY10
Personnel Assignments to NETC Committees Contractor
Project
Closed
Date
Anticipated
Completion
Date
StatusStudy TitleStudy Number
NETC 97-1
(Phase 1)
Portable Method to Determine Chloride Concentration on Roadway
Pavements – Phase 1
Closed 8/31/99 12/16/03 TAC Member Donald A. Larsen University of Connecticut
NETC 97-1
(Phase 2)
Portable Method to Determine Chloride Concentration on Roadway
Pavements – Phase 2
Closed 9/30/01 12/16/03 TAC Member Donald A. Larsen University of Connecticut
NETC 97-2 Performance Evaluation and Economic Analysis of Combinations of
Durability Enhancing Admixtures (Mineral and Chemical) in Structural
Concrete for Bridge Applications in the Northeast U.S.A.
Closed 8/30/02 12/16/03 TAC Member Steven A. Gage University of Massachusetts -
Amherst
NETC 97-3
(Phase 1)
Determining Properties, Standards and Performance of Wood Waste
Compost as an Erosion Control Mulch and as a Filter Berm – Phase 1
Closed 2/1/00 4/11/2001 TAC Member Donald A. Larsen University of Connecticut
NETC 97-3
(Phase 2)
Determining Properties, Standards and Performance of Wood Waste
Compost as an Erosion Control Mulch and as a Filter Berm – Phase 2
Closed 12/31/00 4/11/2001 TAC Member Donald A. Larsen University of Connecticut
NETC 97-4 Early Distress of Open-Graded Friction Courses Closed 12/31/99 4/5/2002 TAC Member Nicholas R. Corona University of Connecticut
NETC 99-1 Bridge Rail Transitions – Development and Crash Testing Closed 12/31/05 4/10/06 TAC Member Dionysia F. Oliveira Texas Transportation Institute
NETC 99-2 Evaluation of Asphaltic Plug Joints Closed 12/31/03 4/27/05 TAC Member Donald A. Larsen University of Massachusetts -
Dartmouth
TAC Chairperson Ahmad A. Sarshory
TAC Member Paul F. D’Attilio
TAC Member James E. Hamilton
NETC 99-4 Quantifying Roadside Rest Area Usage Closed 2/28/01 4/2/03 TAC Member Dionysia F. Oliveira University of Maine
NETC 99-6 Analytical and Experimental Investigations of the Effects of Concrete
Removal Operations on Adjacent Concrete that is to Remain
Closed 2/28/02 11/19/02 TAC Chairperson Ravi V. Chandran University of Connecticut
NETC 00-1 Ground-Based Imaging and Data Acquisition Systems for Roadway
Inventories in New England: A Synthesis of Practice
Closed 8/31/01 4/2/03 TAC Chairperson Bradley J. Overturf University of Massachusetts -
Amherst
NETC 00-2 Evaluation of Permeability of Superpave Mixes Closed 12/15/01 11/19/02 TAC Member Nelio J. Rodrigues University of Massachusetts -
Dartmouth
NETC 00-3 Design, Fabrication, and Preliminary Testing of A Composite Reinforced
Timber Guardrail
Closed 4/30/04 9/2/04 TAC Member Dionysia F. Oliveira University of Maine
NETC 00-4 Portable Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) Study Closed 12/31/04 9/21/05 TAC Member Donald A. Larsen University of Maine
NETC 00-5 Guard-Rail Testing – MELT @ NCHRP 350 TL-2 Closed 4/30/02 11/19/02 TAC Member Andrew J. Mroczkowski Texas Transportation Institute
NETC 00-6 Implementation of Visualization Technologies to Create Simplified
Presentations by Highway Agencies
Closed 6/30/03 9/21/05 TAC Member William S. Pratt University of Connecticut
NETC 00-7 A Complete Review of Incident Detection Algorithms and Their
Deployment: What Works and What Doesn’t
Closed 6/20/02 4/27/05 TAC Member John F. Korte University of Massachusetts -
Amherst
NETC 00-8
[5]
Performance and Effectiveness of a Thin Pavement Section Using
Geogrids and Drainage Geocomposites in a Cold Region
Closed 6/30/05 5/12/08 TAC Member David J. Kilpatrick University of Maine
2000 Series Projects
1998/1999 Series Projects
1997 Series Projects
ClosedNETC 99-3 University of Massachusetts -
Amherst
4/5/023/31/01Development of Priority Based Statewide Scour Monitoring Systems in
New England
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Type of Assignment Person(s)
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FY10
Personnel Assignments to NETC Committees Contractor
Project
Closed
Date
Anticipated
Completion
Date
StatusStudy TitleStudy Number
NETC 01-1
[6]
Advanced Composite Materials (Fiber Reinforced Polymers or Polymer
Matrix Composites) for New England’s Highway Infrastructure: A
Synthesis of Technology and Practice
Closed 12/31/04 8/15/06 TAC Member Paul F. D’Attilio University of Massachusetts -
Amherst
NETC 01-1
(T2 Phase 1)
Advanced Composite Materials in New England’s Transportation
Infrastructure – Technology Transfer Phase 1: Selection of Prototype
Closed 11/30/08 6/30/10 TAC Member Paul F. D’Attilio University of Massachusetts -
Amherst
NETC 01-2 Development of a Testing Protocol for Quality Control/Quality Assurance
of Hot Mix Asphalt
Closed 12/31/02 4/27/05 TAC Member Jonathan T. Boardman University of Massachusetts -
Dartmouth
NETC 01-3 Design of Superpave Hot Mix Asphalt for Low Volume Roads Closed 2/29/04 4/27/05 TAC Member Nelio J. Rodrigues University of Massachusetts -
Dartmouth
NETC 01-4
[5]
Eliminating Premature Pavement Failure: Creation of a Positive
Drainage Layer for Reconstructed and Reclaimed Pavements
N/A - - TAC Member David J. Kilpatrick N/A
NETC 01-5 Procedures for the Evaluation of Liquid-Applied Membrane Waterproofing Withdrawn
[7]
- - TAC Member Andrew J. Mroczkowski N/A
NETC 01-6 Field Evaluation of a New Compaction Device Closed 7/31/03 4/27/05 TAC Member Leo L. Fontaine University of Massachusetts -
Dartmouth
NETC 02-1
(Phase I)
Relating Hot Mix Asphalt Pavement Density to Performance Closed 6/30/10 6/30/10 TAC Member Edgardo D. Block University of Massachusetts -
Dartmouth
NETC 02-2
(Phase I)
Formulate an Approach for 511 Implementation in New England - Phase I Closed 12/31/03 8/15/06 TAC Member William W. Stoeckert University of Massachusetts -
Amherst
NETC 02-2
(Phase II)
Formulate an Approach for 511 Implementation in New England - Phase
II
Closed 5/31/05 8/15/06 TAC Member Harold J. Decker, Jr. University of Massachusetts -
Amherst
NETC 02-3 Establish Subgrade Support Values (Mr) for Typical Soils in New England Closed 7/31/05 8/15/06 TAC Chairperson Leo L. Fontaine University of Connecticut
NETC 02-5 Determination of Moisture Content of De-Icing Salt at Point of Delivery Closed 12/31/03 4/27/05 TAC Member John R. Giannini University of Connecticut
NETC 02-6
(Phase I)
Sealing of Small Movement Bridge Expansion Joints Closed 7/31/05 8/15/06 TAC Member Andrew J. Mroczkowski University of Connecticut
NETC 02-6
(Phase II)
Sealing of Small Movement Bridge Expansion Joints - Phase II: Field
Demonstration and Monitoring
Active 7/31/11 - TAC Member Andrew J. Mroczkowski University of Connecticut
TAC Member Norman Miller
TAC Member Eric G. Feldblum
NETC 02-8 Intelligent Transportation Systems Applications to Ski Resorts in New
England
Closed 3/1/04 9/2/04 TAC Member Harold J. Decker, Jr. University of Vermont
2001 Series Projects
2002 Series Projects
University of Vermont4/27/0511/30/04ClosedValidating Traffic Simulation Models to Inclement Weather Conditions
With Applications to Arterial Coordinated Signal Systems
NETC 02-7
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FY10
Personnel Assignments to NETC Committees Contractor
Project
Closed
Date
Anticipated
Completion
Date
StatusStudy TitleStudy Number
NETC 03-1 Ability of Wood Fiber Materials to Attenuate Heavy Metals Associated
With Highway Runoff
Closed 8/31/08 10/22/08 TAC Member Mark W. Alexander University of Connecticut
NETC 03-2 Field Studies of Concrete Containing Salts of an Alkenyl-Substituted
Succinic Acid
Closed 12/31/08 5/21/09 TAC Chairperson Paul F. D’Attilio University of Massachusetts -
Amherst
NETC 03-3
(Phase 1)
Feasibility Study and Design of an Erosion Control Laboratory in New
England - Phase 1
Closed 8/31/04 4/10/06 TAC Chairperson Donald A. Larsen University of Connecticut
NETC 03-3
(Phase 2)
Feasibility Study of Erosion Control Laboratory in New England:
Addendum, Design Considerations for a Prototype Erosion Control
Testing Plot - Phase 2
Closed 7/31/05 4/10/06 TAC Chairperson Donald A. Larsen University of Connecticut
NETC 03-4 Measuring Pollutant Removal Efficiencies of Storm Water Treatment
Units
Closed 8/31/05 4/10/06 TAC Member Paul N. Corrente University of Massachusetts -
Lowell
NETC 03-5 Evaluation of Field Permeameter as a Longitudinal Joint Quality Control
Indicator
Closed 2/28/06 11/6/07 TAC Member Erika B. Lindeberg
(Formerly Erika B. Smith)
University of New Hampshire
NETC 03-6
[8]
[16]
Fix it First: Utilizing the Seismic Property Analyzer and MMLS to
Develop Guidelines for the Use of Polymer Modified Thin Lift HMA vs.
Surface Treatments
Active 9/30/12 - TAC Member James M. Sime University of Massachusetts -
Dartmouth
NETC 03-7 Basalt Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites Closed 11/15/05 11/6/07 TAC Chairperson Anne-Marie H. McDonnell University of Connecticut
NETC 04-1
(Phase 1)
Recycling Asphalt Pavements Containing Modified Binders - Phase 1 Active 12/31/10 - TAC Member Edgardo D. Block University of Connecticut
NETC 04-1
(Phase 2)
Recycling Asphalt Pavements Containing Modified Binders - Phase 2 Active 12/31/10 - TAC Member Edgardo D. Block University of Connecticut
NETC 04-2 Driver-Eye-Movement-Based Investigation for Improving Work Zone
Safety
Closed 12/31/08 5/21/09 TAC Member Joseph T. Cristalli, Jr. University of Massachusetts -
Amherst
NETC 04-3
[16]
Estimating the Magnitude of Peak Flows for Steep Gradient Streams in
New England
Active 9/30/10 - TAC Member Michael E. Hogan University of New Hampshire
TAC Member Nelio J. Rodrigues
TAC Member (Alternate) Raffaele Donato
NETC 04-5
(Phase 1)
Network-Based Highway Crash Prediction Using Geographic Information
Systems: Phase 1
Closed 8/22/06 10/22/08 TAC Chairperson Erika B. Lindeberg
(Formerly Erika B. Smith)
University of Connecticut
NETC 04-5
(Phase 2)
Network-Based Highway Crash Prediction Using Geographic Information
Systems: Phase 2
Closed 9/30/08 10/22/08 TAC Chairperson Erika B. Lindeberg
(Formerly Erika B. Smith)
University of Connecticut
NETC 04-6 Development of Truck Lane Software That Uses a Current Model of
Truck Performance
Withdrawn
[9]
- - TAC Member Daniel A. Gladowski N/A
2004 Series Projects
2003 Series Projects
University of New Hampshire6/30/106/30/10ClosedDetermining the Effective PG Grade of Binder in RAP MixesNETC 04-4
201
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FY10
Personnel Assignments to NETC Committees Contractor
Project
Closed
Date
Anticipated
Completion
Date
StatusStudy TitleStudy Number
TAC Chairperson Leo L. Fontaine
TAC Chairperson (Alternate) Michael F. McDonnell
NETC 05-2
(Phase 1)
Enhancing the Reflectivity of Concrete Barriers
[10]
Proposed TBD - TAC Member David J. Kilpatrick University of Massachusetts -
Amherst
NETC 05-3
[18]
Microscopic Simulation for Modeling Modern Roundabouts in New
England: Accuracy, Sensitivity and Calibration
[17]
Proposed TBD - TAC Member Robert Kasica University of Vermont
NETC 05-4 Characterization of the Rate Constant of Pozzolan Available Alkalis Withdrawn
[11]
- - TAC Member Paul F. D’Attilio N/A
NETC 05-5
[16]
Measurement of Adhesion Properties Between Topcoat Paint and
Metallized/Galvanized Steel with 'Surface Energy' Measurement
Equipment
[12]
Active 8/21/10 - TAC Member Andrew J. Mroczkowski University of Rhode Island
NETC 05-6
[16]
Employing Graphic-Aided DMS to Assist Elder Drivers’ Message
Comprehension
Active 9/30/10 - TAC Chairperson Drew M. Coleman University of Rhode Island
NETC 05-7
(Phase 1)
Warrants for Exclusive Left Turn Lanes at Unsignalized Intersections and
Driveways - Phase 1
Closed 11/22/07 5/21/09 TAC Member Eric G. Feldblum University of Connecticut
NETC 05-7
(Phase 2)
Warrants for Exclusive Left Turn Lanes at Unsignalized Intersections and
Driveways - Phase 2
Closed 7/31/08 5/21/09 TAC Member Eric G. Feldblum University of Connecticut
NETC 05-8
[16]
Evaluation and Implementation of Traffic Simulation Models for Work
Zones
Closed 3/22/10 6/30/10 TAC Chairperson Erika B. Lindeberg
(Formerly Erika B. Smith)
University of Massachusetts -
Amherst
NETC 05-9 Financing Intermodal Transportation in New England Withdrawn
[13]
- - TAC Member Anne-Marie H. McDonnell N/A
NETC 06-1
[16]
New England Verification of NCHRP 1-37A Mechanistic-Empirical
Pavement Design Guide with Level 2 & 3 Inputs
Active 9/30/11 - TAC Member Edgardo D. Block University of New Hampshire
NETC 06-2 Infrastructure Management Systems Enhancement and Integration to
Support True Integrated Decision-Making
Withdrawn
[20]
- - TAC Member Colleen A. Kissane University of Vermont
NETC 06-3 Establishing Default Dynamic Modulus Values for New England Active 12/31/10 - TAC Chairperson David J. Kilpatrick University of Connecticut
NETC 06-4 Preventative Maintenance and Timing of Applications Proposed TBD - TAC Member Louis Allegro University of Massachusetts -
Dartmouth
NETC 06-5 The Winter Severity Index for New England
[14]
Closed 9/30/11 6/30/10 TAC Member Patrick F. Rodgers Plymouth State University
2005 Series Projects
2006 Series Projects
University of Maine-12/31/10ActiveDevelopment of Supplemental Resistance Method for the Design of
Drilled Shaft Rock Sockets
NETC 05-1
[16]
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FY10
Personnel Assignments to NETC Committees Contractor
Project
Closed
Date
Anticipated
Completion
Date
StatusStudy TitleStudy Number
NETC 07-1 Effects of In-Place Properties of Recycled Layers Due to Temperature
and Moisture Variations
Proposed TBD - TAC Member David J. Kilpatrick University of New Hampshire
NETC 07-2 Exploring the Potential of Intelligent Intersections Deployment in New
England
Proposed TBD - TAC Member Donald A. Larsen University of Massachusetts -
Amherst
TAC Chairperson Erika B. Lindeberg
(Formerly Erika B. Smith)
TAC Member Charles S. Harlow
NETC 07-4 Estimating and Predicting Traffic Conditions for Traveler Information and
Emergency Response
Withdrawn
[21]
- - TAC Member Anne-Marie H. McDonnell University of Vermont
NETC 08-1 Applying the Highway Safety Manual in New England Proposed TBD - TAC Chairperson James V. Moffett TBD
NETC 08-2 Evacuation Modeling to Assist Hazard Management and Response in
Urban and Rural Areas of New England
Proposed TBD - TAC Member Judy B. Raymond TBD
NETC 08-3 Best Management Practices for the Invasive Polygonum Cuspidatum
(Japanese Knotweed) Along Transportation Corridors
Proposed TBD - TAC Member Bruce R. Villwock University of Rhode Island
NETC 08-4 An Assessment of the Implementation of NETC Research Results
[15]
Proposed TBD - TAC Member Richard C. Hanley TBD
TAC Member TBD
Contact Person Dionysia F. Oliveira
NETC 08-6 Interaction Between Salinity, Soil Quality and Amendments in Roadside
Plantings
Proposed TBD - TAC Member TBD TBD
NETC 09-1
(Phase 1)
Active Structural Control of Cantilevered Support Structures Proposed TBD - TAC Chairperson Alireza Jamalipour TBD
NETC 09-2 Effective Establishment of Native Grasses on Roadsides Proposed TBD - TAC Member TBD TBD
NETC 09-3 Advanced Composite Materials: Prototype Development and
Demonstration
Proposed TBD - TAC Member TBD TBD
NETC 10-1 Synthesis of Practice: Electronic Bridge Inspection Document
Management Systems
Proposed TBD - TAC Member TBD TBD
NETC 10-2 A Field Evaluation of SuperPave Hot Mix Asphalt Pavement Containing
30% RAP
Proposed TBD - TAC Member TBD TBD
NETC 10-3 Low Temperature and Moisture Susceptibility of RAP Mixtures With
Warm Mix Technology
Proposed TBD - TAC Member TBD TBD
NETC 10-4 Field Evaluation of Corrosion Protection on Bridges With a Spray
Application of Disodium Tetrapropenyl Succinate (DSS)
Proposed TBD - TAC Member TBD TBD
2008 Series Projects
2010 Series Projects
University of Vermont-TBDProposedDetermining Optimum Distance for a Lane Drop Downstream from a
Signalized Intersection
NETC 07-3
TBDNETC 08-5
2007 Series Projects
2009 Series Projects
-TBDProposedNETC/UVM-UTC Transportation Research Challenge
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Closed
Date
Anticipated
Completion
Date
StatusStudy TitleStudy Number
Notes:
[10] NETC 05-2 (Phase 1), “Enhancing the Reflectivity of Concrete Barriers,” was formerly NETC 05-2, "Safety of Reflective Median Barriers.”
[8] NETC 03-6, "Fix it First: Utilizing the Seismic Property Analyzer and MMLS to Develop Guidelines for the Use of Polymer Modified Thin Lift HMA vs. Surface Treatments," is the project selected for the New England
Land Grant University Consortium Members Transportation Challenge.
[12] NETC 05-5, “Measurement of Adhesion Properties Between Topcoat Paint and Metallized/Galvanized Steel with 'Surface Energy' Measurement Equipment,” was formerly entitled, "Measurement of Work of Adhesion
Between Paint and Metallized/Galvanized Steel.”
[5] NETC Project No. 01-4, “Eliminating Premature Pavement Failure: Creation of a Positive Drainage Layer for Reconstructed and Reclaimed Pavements,” is incorporated into NETC Project 00-8, “Performance and
Effectiveness of a Thin Pavement Section Using Geogrids and Drainage Composites in a Cold Region.”
[11] At its April 10, 2006, Meeting, the NETC Advisory Committee passed a motion that NETC Project No. 05-4, “Characterization of the Rate Constant of Pozzolan Available Alkalis,” be withdrawn from the NETC program.
[13] At its December 19, 2005, Meeting, the NETC Advisory Committee passed a motion that NETC Project No. 05-9, “Financing Intermodal Transportation in New England,” be withdrawn from the NETC program.
[6] The University of New Hampshire terminated the Agreement for NETC Project No. 01-1, “Advanced Composite Materials (Fiber Reinforced Polymers or Polymer Matrix Composites) for New England’s Highway
Infrastructure: A Synthesis of Technology and Practice,” in a Termination Letter, dated August 14, 2002. The project was then awarded to the the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, the bidder ranked second highest
in the Screening and Ranking process.
[4] At its September 2, 2004, Meeting, the NETC Advisory Committee passed a motion that the Agreement for NETC Project No. 96-2, “Optimizing GPS Use in Transportation Projects,” be terminated. At its At its April 27,
2005, Meeting, the NETC Advisory Committee passed a motion that the Agreement for NETC Project No. 96-2, “Optimizing GPS Use in Transportation Projects,” be closed.
[9] NETC Project No. 04-6, “Development of Truck Lane Software That Uses a Current Model of Truck Performance,” was withdrawn from the NETC program on February 16, 2004, by E-Mail ballot, since it would duplicate
the research findings of NCHRP Report 505, "Review of Truck Characteristics as Factors in Roadway Design."
[7] NETC Project No. 01-5, “Procedures for the Evaluation of Liquid-Applied Membrane Waterproofing,” was withdrawn from the NETC program on March 4, 2004, by E-mail ballot.
[3] At its September 21, 2000, Meeting, the NETC Advisory Committee passed a motion that the Agreement for NETC Project No. 95-5, “Buried Joints in Short Span Bridges,” be terminated. The Agreement for NETC
Project No. 95-5 was terminated in a Termination Letter, dated April 9, 2001, that was sent to the University of Rhode Island, requesting that all work activities be ceased upon receipt of the letter and that all materials
relating to the project be submitted to NETC. At its September 26, 2001, Meeting, the NETC Advisory Committee passed a motion to approve the Technical Committee recommendations that: the Final Report not be
published; and, that the outstanding unpaid balance of $3,204.39 be witheld since only 70% of the work was completed.
[2] The Agreement for NETC Project No. 94-4, “Durability of Concrete Crack Repair Systems,” expired on December 31, 1999. At its September 21, 2000, Meeting, the NETC Advisory Committee passed a motion that the
Agreement for NETC Project No. 94-4 be terminated. A Notice of Expiration Letter, dated April 9, 2001, was sent to the University of Rhode Island, requesting that all work activities be ceased upon receipt of the Notice of
Expiration Letter and that all materials relating to the project be submitted to NETC. At its April 5, 2002, Meeting, the NETC Advisory Committee passed a motion to approve the Technical Committee recommendations
that: the Final Report not be published; and, that the outstanding unpaid invoices not be paid.
[1] The work for Project No. NETC 94-3 was performed under Pooled Fund Project No. SPR-0003(052), “Procedures for the Evaluation of Sheet Membrane Waterproofing.” Vermont was the Lead State.
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Date
StatusStudy TitleStudy Number
Notes (continued):
[18] ConnDOT could not put an Agreement into place for UVM to perform the work for NETC 05-3, ""Practicable Calibration Procedures to Enhance the Accuracy of Analtical and Microsimulation Software for Modern Four-
Legged Single-Lane Roundabouts." UVM did proceed with the work despite the fact that an Agreement was not in place. In June 2010, the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VAOT) has requested authorization from
FHWA for reimbursement of costs incurred prior to the award of the Agreement, as provided under 23CFR Section 1.9. If the request is approved, VAOT will identify the best way to contract with UVM to complete the
project.
[19] At its June 30, 2010, Meeting, the NETC Advisory Committee passed a motion that NETC Project No.06-2, “Infrastructure Management Systems Enhancement and Integration to Support True Integrated Decision-
Making,” be withdrawn from the NETC program.
[16] This project is beiing completed under contract to FHWA.
[17] NETC 05-3, "Practicable Calibration Procedures to Enhance the Accuracy of Analtical and Microsimulation Software for Modern Four-Legged Single-Lane Roundabouts," was formerly entitled, "Microscopic Simulation
for Modeling Modern Roundabouts in New England: Accuracy, Sensitivity and Calibration."
[14] NETC 06-5, “The Winter Severity Index for New England,” was formerly entitled, "Winter Severity Indices for New England.”
[15] NETC 08-4, “An Assessment of the Implementation of NETC Research Results,” was formerly entitled, "NETC Research Implementation Survey and Synthesis.”
Refer to the NETC Annual Report published annually on a Calendar Year basis.
[20] At its June 30, 2010, Meeting, the NETC Advisory Committee passed a motion that NETC Project No.07-4, “Estimating and Predicting Traffic Conditions for Traveler Information and Emergency Response,” be
withdrawn from the NETC program.
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A
nticipated
Completion
Date
Project
Closed
Date
JH 06-10 Improving Survey Accuracy and Efficiency in Connecticut: An Accuracy Assessment of GEOID03 Closed 5/31/10 6/10/10
JH 07-5 Incorporating Wet Pavement Friction Into Traffic Safety Analysis Active 11/30/10 -
JH 08-1 Structure and Properties of Ionomer Modified Asphalts Active 5/22/10 -
JH 08-5 Assessing and Quantifying Public Transportation Access Active 1/15/11 -
JH 08-6 Experimental Testing of Controllable Damping Devices toward Extending the Lifespan of Existing Highway
Bridges Active 11/30/10 -
JH 09-1 [1] Design and Feasibility Study: Connecticut Transportation Planning Data - Phase II Withdrawn - -
JH 09-6 Preparation of the Implementation Plan of AASHTO Mechanistic-Empirical Pavement Design Guide
(M-E PDG) in Connecticut Proposed TBD -
JH 09-7 National and In-State Review of Surface Treatment Techniques for Pavement Preservation in Connecticut Proposed TBD -
Refer to the Joint Highway Research Advisory Council (JHRAC) Work Program and the JHRAC Summary of Activities, each published annually on a Fiscal Year
basis.
PART O
Listing of the Connecticut Cooperative Transportation Research Program (CCTRP) Projects
FY10
Re
g
ular Pro
j
ects
[1] JH 09-1, "Design and Feasibility Study: Connecticut Transportation Planning, Phase II," was withdrawn from consideration under the CCTRP program and was
funded by ConnDOT’s Bureau of Policy and Planning under a Memorandum-of-Understanding (MOU).
206
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
AASHTO Research Advisory Committee Active Member James M. Sime
ASCE Transportation Infrastructure Management Active Member Richard C. Hanley
FHWA SHRP State Coordinator Active State Coordinator James M. Sime
FHWA SHRP II State Coordinator Active State Coordinator James M. Sime
Advisory Committee Member
and Lead Engineer Dionysia F. Oliveira
Advisory Committee Member James M. Sime
Advisory Committee Member Kathleen Bradford
Advisory Committee Member Robert Brown
Advisory Committee Member Donna M. Shea
Advisory Committee Member James M. Mahoney
Committee Oversight Designee Comr. Joseph F. Marie
Chairperson Michael L. Accorsi
Vice-Chairperson Thomas A. Harley
Member Michael W. Lonergan
Member Ravi V. Chandran
Member Robert C. Card
Member Norman W. Garrick
Member Kazem Kazerounian
Member John N. Ivan
Ex-Officio Member and
Secretary James M. Sime
LTPP State Coordinator Active State Coordinator Ravi V. Chandran
NCHRP-IDEA Advisor Alireza Jamalipour
NCHRP-IDEA Advisor Louis Allegro
NCHRP-IDEA Project No. 146, "Advance Methods for Mobile
Retroflectivity Measurement on Pavement Marking" Active NCHRP-IDEA Advisor James M. Sime
NCHRP-IDEA Proposal N-1351, "A Test for Low Temperature
Strength of Asphalt Mixtures" Active NCHRP-IDEA Advisor Daviid J. Kilpatrick
Representative Andrew J. Mroczkowski
Representative James M. Sime
Representative Ravi V. Chandran
Committee Oversight Designee Thomas A. Harley
Member and Chairperson James M. Sime
Member and Secretary Andrew J. Mroczkowski
Member Ralph D. Daily, Jr.
Member John R. Giannini
Member Edward F. Girolamo
Member Charles S. Harlow
Member Janice A. Snyder
Member Peter E. Talarico
Member Donald L. Ward
TRB State Representative Active State Representative James M. Sime
TRB ABJ35, "Highway Traffic Monitoring" Active Member Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
ABJ25T, "Task Force on the Traffic Monitoring Conferences" Active Member Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
TRB ADC80, "Committee on Alternative Transportation Fuels
and Technologies" Active Member James M. Sime
Pavement Management Systems Active Member Edgardo D. Block
TRB AFD20 (A2BO6), "Pavement Monitoring, Evaluation and
Data Storage" Active Member Edgardo D. Block
TRB B0002, "TRB Information Services Committee" Active Member James M. Sime
TRB D0144, "Quiet Pavement Pilot Project Study"
[NCHRP 1-44, "Measuring Tire-Pavement Noise at the Source]
[Formerly, TRB D0144, "Measuring Tire-Pavement Noise at the
Source"]
Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Keith R. Lane
TRB D0378, "Crossing Solutions at Roundabouts and
Channelized Turn Lanes for Pedestrians with Vision Disabilities" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Norman W. Garrick
TRB D0380 [NCHRP 3-80], "Traffic Enforcement Strategies for
Work Zones"
[Formerly, TRB D0380, "Work Zone Enforcement Effectiveness"]
Active NCHRP Project Panel
Chairperson Arthur W. Gruhn
TRB D0851 [NCHRP 8-51], "Enhancing Internal Trip Capture
Estimation for Mixed-Use Developments" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael J. Connors
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
Connecticut Technology Transfer Center Advisory Committee
Connecticut Cooperative Transportation Research Program
(CCTRP)
National Transportation Product Evaluation Program (NTPEP)
Committee/Program
Active
Active
Active
Active
NCHRP-IDEA Project 141, "Reducing Fatigue in Wind-Excited
Traffic Signal Support Structures Using Smart Damping
Technologies"
ActiveResearch Liason Committee
207
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
TRB D0870 [NCHRP 8-70], "Target-Setting Methods and Data
Management To Support Performance-Based Resource
Allocation by Transportation Agencies"
[Formerly, TRB D0870 [NCHRP 8-70], "Setting Effective
Performance Targets for Transportation Programs, Plans, and
Policy"]
Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Colleen A. Kissane
TRB D0939, "Development of Procedures for Determining the
Mixing and Compaction Temperatures of Superpave Asphalt
Binders in Hot Mix Asphalt"
[NCHRP 9-39, "Procedure for Determining Mixing and
Compaction Temperatures of Asphalt Binders in Hot Mix Asphalt]
Completed NCHRP Project Panel Member Nelio J. Rodrigues
TRB D0949 [NCHRP 09-49], "Performance of WMA
Technologies: Stage I - Moisture Susceptibility" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Ravi V. Chandran
TRB D0949 [NCHRP 09-49A], "Performance of WMA
Technologies: Stage II - Long-Term Field Performance" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Ravi V. Chandran
TRB D1083 [NCHRP 10-83], "Alternative Quality Systems for
Highway Construction" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Ravi V. Chandran
TRB D1418 [NCHRP 14-18], "Determining Highway Maintenance
Costs" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Edgardo D. Block
TRB D1421 [NCHRP 14-21], "Optimization of Resource
Allocation for Highway Preservation Needs" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Edgardo D. Block
TRB D1732, "Balancing the Benefits and Tradeoffs of Shoulder
Rumble Strips and Centerline Rumble Strips on Divided and
Undivided Highways in Urban and Rural Areas"
[NCHRP 17-32, "Guidance for the Design and Application of
Shoulder and Centerline Rumble Strips"]
Completed NCHRP Project Panel Member
Erika B. Lindeberg
(Formerly Erika B. Smith)
TRB D1907 [NCHRP 19-07], "GASB 34 - Methods for Condition
Assessment and Preservation" Completed NCHRP Project Panel Member Edgardo D. Block
TRB D2030 {NCHRP 20-30], "NCHRP - IDEA (Innovations
Deserving Exploratory Analysis)" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member James M. Sime
TRB D2039, "Improved User Access to TRIS Through the
AASHTO VAN" Completed NCHRP Project Panel
Chairperson James M. Sime
[NCHRP 20-39(2), "Improved Transportation Research-In-
Progress Data System" Active NCHRP Project Panel
Chairperson James M. Sime
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65], "Research for the AASHTO
Standing Committee on Public Transportation" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65/Task 20], "Analysis of Rural Intercity
Bus Strategy" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65/Task 22], "Cost/Benefit Analysis of
Converting a Lane for Bus Rapid Transit – Phase II Evaluation &
Methodology"
Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65/Task 23], "Identification of State and
Local Matching Fund Requirements for State-Administered
Federal, and Non-Federal, Public Transportation Programs"
Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65/Task 24], "State DOT Role in the
Implementation of Transportation Demand Management
Programs"
Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65/Task 25], "Evaluate Requirements for
the Utilization of Section 5311(f) Funds for Intercity Bus Service" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65/Task 26], "An Analysis and
Evaluation of States’ Implementation of the FTA 5310, 5316 and
5317 Programs"
Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65/Task 27], "Innovative Financing
Techniques and Best Practices for Providing Match on Federal
Transit Administration Projects"
Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65/Task 28], "An Analysis of Automated
Transit Data Collection and Analysis Processes in State DOT
Transit Units and a Toolkit for Next Generation Transit Data
Analysis"
Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65/Task 29], "Public Transportation
Performance Measures: State of the Practice and Future Needs" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65/Task 30], "Local Practices in
Developing Coordination Partnerships with Taxicab Companies" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65/Task 31], "Transporting Oversize
Wheelchairs" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65/Task 32], "Models to Support State-
Owned Park and Ride Lots and Intermodal Facilities" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
Committee/Program (continued)
208
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65/Task 33], "Determination of State
DOT Financial Auditing Requirements for their Public
Transportation Assistance Programs"
Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65/Task 34], "Statewide Transit Goal
Setting" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65/Task 35], "Development of
Appropriate Tools to Evaluate the Efficiency and Effectiveness of
Selected Specialized Public Transportation Programs"
Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
TRB D2065 [NCHRP 20-65A], "Research for the AASHTO
Standing Committee on Public Transportation" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
TRB D2082 [NCHRP 20-82], "Next Generation of
theTransportation Pooled Fund (TPF) Website" Active NCHRP Project Panel Member James M. Sime
TRB D2085 [NCHRP 20-85], "Renewable Energy Guide for
Highway Maintenance Facilities" Active NCHRP Project Panel
Chairperson James M. Sime
TRB E1002-C, "TRB Expert Task Group on Long-Term
Pavement Performance Traffic Data" Active Task Group Member Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
TRB TA23, “Implementation Guidelines for Bus Rapid Transit
Systems”
[TCRP A-23A, "Cost and Effectiveness of Selected Bus Rapid
Transit Components]
Active TCRP Project Panel Member Michael A. Sanders
Committee/Program (continued)
209
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
CT 84-01A, "Asphalt Additives (Carbon Black)"
[Construction Project No. 171-127] Completed Principal Investigator Eric C. Lohrey
CT 84-01B, "Asphalt Additives (Verglimit)"
[Construction Project No. 53-144 - Bridge 2] Completed Principal Investigator Eric C. Lohrey
CT 84-02A, "Protective Coatings for Structural Steel (Organic
Zinc)"
[Construction Project No. 82-216]
Completed Principal Investigator Eric C. Lohrey
CT 84-02B, "Protective Coatings for Structural Steel (Thermal
Spray - Metallizing)"
[Construction Project No. 82-216]
Completed Principal Investigator Eric C. Lohrey
CT 84-02C, "Protective Coatin
g
s for Structural Steel
(
Lead Silico -
Chromate)"
[Construction Project No. 82-216]
Completed Principal Investigator Eric C. Lohrey
CT 88-01, "Sentre Guardrail End Treatment"
[Construction Project No. 100-151 - IR-0005(337)] Completed Principal Investigator Richard A. Zbrozek
CT 88-02, "Esco Strip Seal"
[Construction Project No. 92-224 - BHF-1(137)] Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 88-04, "Wabocrete F.M.V. Elastomeric Concrete Strip Seal
System"
[Construction Project No. 164-177 - I-91-3(102)43]
Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 88-05, "Wabocrete F.M.V. Elastomeric Concrete Strip Seal
System"
[Construction Project No. 140-148 - F-000S(225)]
Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 88-06, "Ceva 300 Expansion Joint System"
[Construction Project No. 170-448 - 68-6H05] Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 88-07, "Melnar Membrane Waterproofing"
[Construction Project No. 170-448 - 68-6H05] Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 88-08, "Polyguard No. 665 Membrane Waterproofing"
[Construction Project No. 170-448 - 68-6H05] Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 88-12, "Delcrete Expansion Joint System"
[Construction Project No. 512-230] Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 88-13, "Bascule Pier Waterproofing"
[Construction Project No. 44-102 - BRM-1363(3)] Completed Principal Investigator Robert R. Gamache
CT 88-14, "Paint System - Zinc Silicate, Epoxy, Urethane"
[Construction Project No. 44-102 - BRM-1363(1)] Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 88-15, "Paint System - Zinc Silicate, Epoxy, Urethane"
[Construction Project No. 63-358 - I-91-3(129)38] Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 88-17, "Sentre Guardrail End Treatment"
[Construction Project No. 87-125 - F-19(142)] Completed Principal Investigator Richard A. Zbrozek
CT 88-18, "Sentre Guardrail End Treatment"
[Construction Project No. 15-167 - IR-95-1(72)27] Completed Principal Investigator Michael E. Masayda
CT 89-01, "Trend Transition End Treatment"
[Construction Project No. 148-144 - HES-2552(103)] Completed Principal Investigator Michael E. Masayda
CT 89-02, "Nitocote Dekguard Graffiti Resistant Coating"
[Construction Project No. 15-167 - IR-95-(1)-(72)27] Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 89-03, "Sentre Guardrail End Treatment"
[Construction Project No. 83-204 - IR-95-1(89)37] Completed Principal Investigator Bradley J. Smith
CT 89-04, "Keeler and Long 4400 Series Paint"
[Construction Project No. 83-180] Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 89-05, "Bondtech/ES-Series Expansion Joint"
[Construction Project No. 78-83] Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 89-06, ""Delcrete Expansion Joint System"
[Construction Project No. 42-253] Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 89-07, "Harcrete/Onflex 40SEQ Expansion Joint"
[Construction Project No. 42-254] Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 89-08, "Interspan Flexible Expansion Joint System"
[Construction Project No. 42-253] Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 89-09, "Sentre Guardrail End Treatment"
[Construction Project No. 36-160 - F-19(146)] Completed Principal Investigator Jeffrey A. Scala
CT 90-01, "Evaluation of Geocomposite Edge Drains (Hydraway)"
[Construction Project No. ST 142-136] Completed Principal Investigator Charles D. Larson
CT 90-02, "Evaluation of Geocomposite Edge Drains
(Akwadrain)"
[Construction Project No. ST 142-136]
Completed Principal Investigator Charles D. Larson
CT 90-03, "Evaluation of Geocomposite Edge Drains (ADS
Advanedge)"
[Construction Project No. ST 142-136]
Completed Principal Investigator Charles D. Larson
CT 90-04, "Aqua-Kolor 9400 V.O.C. Conforming Paint System"
[Construction Project No. 104-150] Completed Principal Investigator Ralph D. Daily, Jr.
Category 2 Experimental Projects
210
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
CT 90-05, "Acrythaney-1 V.O.C. Conforming Paint System"
[Construction Project No. 104-150] Completed Principal Investigator Ralph D. Daily, Jr.
CT 90-06, "Hemucryl 5803 V.O.C. Conforming Paint System"
[Construction Project No. 104-150] Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 90-07, "Thorma-Joint Ealstomer Strip Overlay Expansion
Joint"
[Construction Project No. 79-176]
Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 90-08, "Petrotac Bridge Deck Membrane"
[Construction Project No. 156-156] Completed Principal Investigator Ralph D. Daily, Jr.
CT 90-09, "Thorma-Joint Ealstomer Strip Overlay Expansion
Joint"
[Construction Project No. 63-375 - IR-84-4(125)61]
Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 91-01, "Inverset Bridge System to Replace Existing
Superstructure"
[Construction Project No. 138-195 - BHM-2862(2)]
Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 91-02, "Inverset Bridge System Applied Transversely to
Replace Existing Deck"
[Construction Project No. 18-112 - BHM-2755(1)]
Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 91-03, "Robek Modualr Expansion Joint"
[Construction Project No. 171-133 - BRM-2207(1)] Completed Principal Investigator Ralph D. Daily, Jr.
CT 91-04, Variable Message Sign - LED"
[Construction Project No. 63-376 - IXAI-91-3(153)] Completed Principal Investigator Ravi V. Chandran
CT 92-01, "Keeler and Long 4400 Series Paint"
[Construction Project No. 63-375] Completed Principal Investigator Peter B. Barlow
CT 93-01A, "Rockwood Retaining Wall"
[Construction Project No. 76-164 - STPE-BIKE(9)] Completed Principal Investigator Ralph D. Daily, Jr.
CT 93-01B, Tensar Keystone Retaining Wall"
[Construction Project No. 76-164 - STPE-BIKE(9)] Completed Principal Investigator Ralph D. Daily, Jr.
CT 94-01, "Tensar/Keystone Retaining Wall""Rockwood
Retaining Wall"
[Construction Project No. 153-102 - STPZ-7153(3)]
Completed Principal Investigator William Grant
CT 95-01A, "Safe Hit Glare Screen System"
[Construction Project No. 63-458 - IRD-IM-91-3(157)37] Completed Principal Investigator Robert O'Connor
CT 95-01B, "Carsonite Modular Glare Block"
[Construction Project No. 63-458 - IRD-IM-91-3(157)37] Completed Principal Investigator Robert O'Connor
CT 95-02, "Jacor Asphaltic Plug Joint"
[Construction Project No. 131-179] Active Principal Investigator Ralph D. Daily, Jr.
CT 98-01, "Snap-Tite Culvert Lining System"
[Construction Project No. 143-167] Active Principal Investigator Daniel P. Foley
Category 2 Experimental Projects (continued)
211
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
“Collection of Roughness and Geometric Data for HPMS” Active Principal Investigator Bradley J. Overturf
“Photologging of the Connecticut State Highway System” Active Principal Investigator Bradley J. Overturf
SPR-1154, “ConnDOT Library” Active Principal Investigator Betty Amber
SPR-1417, “Friction Testing and Safety Evaluation Services”
[Formerly HPR-1417]
Active Principal Investigator John W. Henault
Part I - SPR Funded Research Activities
212
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
Principal Investigator Fred E. Sternberg
Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
Principal Investigator Fred E. Sternberg
HPR-40, "Experimental Bituminous Concrete Study, Groton" Completed Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
Principal Investigator Robert Christman
HPR-219, "Statistical Quality Control of Plant-Mixed Bituminous
Concrete" Completed Principal Investigator Fred E. Sternberg
SPR-0222, “Administration – Part II Research”
(Formerly HPR-222)
Active Principal Investigator James M. Sime
SPR-0222(1), "A Study of Bus Propulsion Technologies
Applicable in Connecticut"
(CASE Study)
Completed Principal Investigator George Foyt
SPR-0222(2), "Transportation Investment Evaluation Methods
and Tools: A Preliminary Best-Practices Survey"
(CASE Study)
Completed Principal Investigator Michael Werle
Principal Investigator Gale Hoffnagle
Principal Investigator Herbert Levinson
Principal Investigator Fred Robson
Principal Investigator Joseph Sangiovanni
SPR-0222(4), "A Study of Railcar Lavatories and Waste
Management Systems"
(CASE Study)
Completed Principal Investigator Richard H. Strauss
SPR-0222(5), "Information Technology Systems for Use in
Incident Management and Work Zones"
(CASE Study)
Completed Principal Investigator Clara Fang
HPR-227, "Comparision of Traffic Paints" Completed Principal Investigator Ed F. Button
HPR-228, "Vehicle Behavior Under Real Conditions at Impact-
Attenuation Devices" Completed Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
Principal Investigator Ed F. Button
Principal Investigator E. J. Rubins
Principal Investigator M. A. Woodward
Principal Investigator G. F. Griffin
HPR-332, "Loading History of Selected Bridges - I-95" Completed Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
HPR-339, "Photologging" Completed Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
SPR-0343, “Implementation of Research Findings”
(Formerly HPR-343)
Active Principal Investigator James M. Sime
Principal Investigator Curtis A. Jackson
Principal Investigator Gary V. Feldt
Principal Investigator Raymond L. Dickey
Principal Investigator Thomas P. Severyn
HPR-356, "Friction Characteristics of Paving Materials in
Connecticut" Completed Principal Investigator George A. Ganung
HPR-357, "Evaluation of Motorist-Aid Call Box System" Completed Principal Investigator Steele R. Korb
Principal Investigator Robert Christman
Principal Investigator William Buckley
Principal Investigator Keith R. Lane
Principal Investigator Saverio C. Attardi
Principal Investigator Michael M. Kasinskas
Principal Investigator Keith R. Lane
HPR-372, "Friction Survey of the Interstate and Primary Systems
in Connecticut" Completed Principal Investigator George A. Ganung
HPR-373, "Experimental Noise Berm" Completed Principal Investigator Joseph B. Pulaski
Principal Investigator Fred E. Sternberg
Principal Investigator Keith R. Lane
Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
HPR-379, "Acoustic Crack Detector (ACD) - Magnetic Crack
Definer (MCD) Evaluation" Completed Principal Investigator D. T. Nyser
HPR-395, "Performance of a CRC Overlay in Connecticut" Completed Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
HPR-396, "Evaluation of the Use of Salt Brine for Deicing
Purposes" Completed Principal Investigator Michael M. Kasinskas
HPR-402, "Crash-Testing of an Energy-Absorbing Truck Bumper
System" Completed Principal Investigator John F. Carney, III
HPR-376, "Implementation of Statistical Specifications for
Bituminous Concrete" Completed
HPR-39, "Experimental Bituminous Concrete Study, Southbury-
Middlebury"
Part II - SPR Funded Research Projects
Completed
Completed
HPR-36, "Continuously Reinforced Concrete Pavement, I-84,
Southington"
HPR-361, "Field Observations of a High-Performance Bridge
Barrier System"
HPR-331, "Effects of Deicing Salts on Soils and Vegetation"
Completed
Completed
HPR-360, "Development of a Laboratory Data System" Completed
SPR-0222(3), "Review of CTTRANSIT Diesel Bus
ResearchProgram"
(CASE Study)
Completed
Completed
HPR-55, "Experimental Self-Stressing Concrete, Route 2,
Glastonbury"
Completed
HPR-344, "Mechanical Strain Gages on Bridges"
213
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
HPR-403, "Wet Weather High Hazard Locations, Identification
and Evaluation" Completed Principal Investigator George A. Ganung
HPR-466, "Use of Waste Materials in Transportation
Construction" Completed Principal Investigator James M. Sime
HPR-471, "Recycled Rubber in Roads" Completed Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
HPR-492, "Use of Asphalt Emulsions in Connecticut" Completed Principal Investigator James M. Sime
HPR-495, "Raised Pavement Markers at Hazardous Locations" Completed Principal Investigator Robert E. Liptak
HPR-565, "Evaluation of Sedimentation Basins Constructed on
Transportation Projects" Completed Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
HPR-568, "Friction Survey of the Interstate and Primary Systems
in Connecticut" Completed Principal Investigator George A. Ganung
Principal Investigator Robert Christman
Principal Investigator Keith R. Lane
HPR-570, "Assessment of the Rapid, Non-Destructive Testing of
Concrete Structures" Completed Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
HPR-646, "Portland Cement Concrete Pavement Recycling -
Phase II" Completed Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
HPR-647, "Bituminous Concrete Pavement Recycling - Phase II" Completed Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
HPR-722, "Development of a Steel-Pipe Attenuation System" Completed Principal Investigator John F. Carney, III
HPR-723, "Energy Considerations in ConnDOT Decisionmaking
and Operations" Completed Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
Principal Investigator James M. Sime
Principal Investigator John M. Callahan
Principal Investigator David R. Jackson
HPR-801, "Sulphur-Extended Asphalt in Connecticut" Completed Principal Investigator Michael M. Kasinskas
HPR-854, "Pavement Management in Connecticut - Phase I -
Feasibility" Completed Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
HPR-874, "Alternate Energy Sources for ConnDOT's Materials
Testing Laboratory - Phase I" Completed Principal Investigator George A. Ganung
Principal Investigator John F. Carney, III
Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
Principal Investigator Michael M. Kasinskas
Principal Investigator Eric C. Lohrey
HPR-887, "Pavement Management in Connecticut - Phase II -
Development" Completed Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
HPR-1008, "Installation and Evaluation of a Cathodic Protection
System for Reinforced Concrete Bridge Decks in Connecticut" Completed Principal Investigator Michael M. Kasinskas
HPR-1080, "Development of a Metal Tube Crash Cushion for
Narrow Hazard Sites" Completed Principal Investigator John F. Carney, III
Principal Investigator Michael M. Kasinskas
Principal Investigator Eric C. Lohrey
Principal Investigator Frank M. Augeri
Principal Investigator Eric C. Lohrey
HPR-1086, "Dynamic Bridge Formula Compliance Analyzer
(DBFCA) Demonstration" Completed Principal Investigator George A. Ganung
Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
Principal Investigator John F. Carney, III
Principal Investigator Eric C. Lohrey
HPR-1222, "Generalized Design for the CIAS" Completed Principal Investigator John F. Carney, III
HPR-1340, "Generalized CIAS Design" Completed Principal Investigator John F. Carney, III
HPR-1341, "Computerized Bridge Inormation System" Completed Principal Investigator Robert G. Lauzon
HPR-1342, "Connecticut Long-Term Pavement Performance
Study" Completed Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
HPR-1343, "Evaluation of the South Dakota Road Profiler for the
Measurement of Pavement Rut Depths" Completed Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
Principal Investigator Jeffery J. Scully
Principal Investigator Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
HPR-1345, "Videodisc-Based Sign Inventory System (VSIS) Completed Principal Investigator Richard C. Hanley
HPR-1408, "Full-Scale Bridge Test to Monitor Vibrational
Signatures" Completed Principal Investigator Robert G. Lauzon
HPR-1409, "Evaluation of Concrete Removal Methods" Completed Principal Investigator Eric C. Lohrey
Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
Principal Investigator Dionysia F. Oliveira
HPR-1535, "Conversion of Pavement Management Data System
from Mainframe to Personal Computer" Completed Principal Investigator Richard C. Hanley
HPR-1538, "Development of a Videowindows PLV Viewing
System" Completed Principal Investigator John H. Hudson
HPR-2303, "Analysis for a Geographic Information System (GIS)" Completed Principal Investigator L. M. Minor
HPR-1221, "Crash Testing of a Narrow-Site Crash Cushion"
HPR-1410, "Effect of Ambient Lighting During Photolog Filming
on Visual Rating of Pavements"
HPR-724, "Passive Solar-Heating Retrofit of a ConnDOT
Maintenance Facility"
HPR-876, "Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (CIAS)"
HPR-569, "Pavement Recycling - Phase I"
HPR-1084, "Protective Coatings for Structural Steel"
HPR-1085, "Evaluation of Asphalt Additives"
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
HPR-1344, "Detection of Frost-Prone Road Beds"
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214
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
Principal Investigator Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
SPR-1213, "Strategic Highway Research Program Coordination" Completed Principal Investigator Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
SPR-1271, "Technology Transfer Center"
[Formerly HPR-1271]
Active Principal Investigator Donna M. Shea
SPR-1346, "Monitoring of Cathodic Protection Systems"
[Formerly HPR-1346]
Active Principal Investigator Andrew J. Mroczkowski
SPR-2107, “Management – New England Transportation
Consortium (NETC)” Active Principal Investigator Dionysia F. Oliveira
SPR-2108, “LTPP (Long-Term Pavement Performance)
Coordination in Connecticut” Active Principal Investigator Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
SPR-2202 (R.P. 170-2202), "Connecticut DOT Photolog-Based
Highway Curvature Measurement" Completed Principal Investigator Robert Kasica
Principal Investigator Jia D. Lin
Principal Investigator Michael W. Lefor
SPR-2216, “’350’ Crash Testing of Connecticut Impact-
Attenuation Systems” Completed Principal Investigator Dionysia F. Oliveira
Principal Investigator Paul F. D’Attilio
Principal Investigator John T. DeWolf
SPR-2219, "Demonstration and Evaluation of Superpave
Technologies" Completed Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
SPR-2220, "Evaluation of a Vertical Clearance Sensor for
Photolog" Completed Principal Investigator Robert G. Lauzon
SPR-2221, "Testing and Evaluation of an Automated Sign
Identification System (ASIS)" Active Principal Investigator Richard C. Hanley
SPR-2222, "Development and Guidelines for Reduction of
Temperature Differential Damage (TTD) for Hot Mix Asphalt
Pavement Projects in Connecticut"
Completed Principal Investigator Jeffery J. Scully
SPR-2223, “Evaluation of Alternative Fuel Light Trucks and
Automobiles” Completed Principal Investigator James M. Sime
SPR-2224, "Development and Implementation of Digital Versatile
Disk (DVD) for Photolog" Completed Principal Investigator Drew M. Coleman
SPR-2225, "Evaluation of Lightweight Non-Contact Profilers for
Use in QC/QA Specifications on Pavement Smoothness" Completed Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
SPR-2226, "Smoothness of Pavements in Connecticut" Completed Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
SPR-2227, "Evaluation of the Next Generation Pavement Quality
Indicator (PQI) Device" Completed Principal Investigator John W. Henault
SPR-2228, "Implementation of Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)
Devices for Superpave Field Data Collection" Completed Principal Investigator Richard C. Hanley
Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
SPR-2230, "Development and Implementation of a Highway
Construction Quality Assurance Program for the Connecticut
Department of Transportation, Phase I – HMA Concrete"
Completed Principal Investigator Edgardo D. Block
SPR-2231, “Feasibility of Streaming Media for Transportation
Research and Implementation” Completed Principal Investigator Drew M. Coleman
Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
Principal Investigator Lisa Aultman-Hall
Principal Investigator Bradley J. Overturf
SPR-2233, “Alternative Merge Signs at Signalized Intersections” Completed Principal Investigator Eric G. Feldblum
SPR-2234, “Performance Evaluation of Whitetopping and
Superpave at High Volume Intersections” Completed Principal Investigator
Erika B. Lindeberg
(Formerly Erika B. Smith)
Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
Principal Investigator Lisa Aultman-Hall
Principal Investigator John H. Hudson
SPR-2236, “New Technologies for Photolog Image and Data
Acquisition” Active Principal Investigator Bradley J. Overturf
SPR-2237, “Field Evaluation of Concrete Containing Disodium
Tetrapropenyl Succinate (DSS)” Active Principal Investigator Richard C. Hanley
SPR-2238, “Quantifying Segregation Using Non-Nuclear Density
Devices” Completed Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
Principal Investigator Lisa Aultman-Hall
Principal Investigator Andrew J. Mroczkowski
SPR-2239 (Phase 1A), “Development of Internet-Based
Computer Databases for the Connecticut Department of
Transportation: Phase 1A – Development of the Connecticut
Product Evaluation Database (ConnPED) Application”
SPR-2217, “Monitoring of Highway Bridges in Connecticut” Completed
SPR-2235, “Program Development for the Connecticut
Transportation Institute”
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
CompletedSPR-2232, "Lateral Variation in Pavement Smoothness"
HPR-2304, "National Traffic Data Acquisition Conference, 1994"
SPR-2229, “Application of Infrared Thermographic Imaging to
Bituminous Concrete Pavements”
SPR-2214
(
JH 93-4
)
, "H
y
drod
y
namic and Transport Models of
Coastal Waters for Use in Design and Management of Highway
Structures"
Part II - SPR Funded Research Projects (continued)
215
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
Principal Investigator Eric D. Jackson
Principal Investigator Andrew J. Mroczkowski
Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
Principal Investigator Lisa Aultman-Hall
SPR-2241, “Evaluation of Pavement Crack Treatments - Phase 1:
Literature and Data Review” Completed Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
SPR-2242, "Correlation of Nuclear Density Readings with Cores
Cut from Compacted Roadways" Completed Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
SPR-2243, "Enhancements to ConnDOT's Pavement Friction
Testing Program" Active Principal Investigator John W. Henault
SPR-2244, "Assessing ConnDOT's Portland Cement Concrete
Testing Methods" Completed Principal Investigator John W. Henault
SPR-2245, "Feasibility of Implementing Additional AASHTO
Trns.port Modules in Connecticut" Completed Principal Investigator Michael W. Lonergan
SPR-2246, "Winter Highway Operations: Alternatives to
Sand/Salt Mixtures"
(CASE Study)
Completed Principal Investigator Lisa Aultman-Hall
SPR-2247, "Hydrogen Fueled Transportation in Connecticut"
(CASE Study)
Completed Principal Investigator Joseph M. King, Jr.
SPR-2248, "Asphalt Pavement Analyzer" Completed Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
SPR-2249, "Longitudinal Joint Performance Study" Completed Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
SPR-2250, "Hot Mix Asphalt Research Investigation for
Connecticut" Active Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
Principal Investigator Alireza Jamalipour
Principal Investigator John T. DeWolf
Principal Investigator Richard E. Christenson
SPR-2252, "Assessing ConnDOT’s Portland Cement Concrete
(PCC) Testing Methods - Phase II, Field Trials and
Implementation"
Active Principal Investigator John W. Henault
SPR-2253, "Development of a Digital Design Environment (DDE)
for the Connecticut Department of Transportation" Active Principal Investigator William S. Pratt
SPR-2254, "Advancing the Use of Streaming Media and Digital
Media Technologies at ConnDOT" Active Principal Investigator Drew M. Coleman
SPR-2255, "Self-Consolidating and No-Slump Concretes: A
Synthesis of Research Findings and Best Practices" Active Principal Investigator John W. Henault
Principal Investigator Alireza Jamalipour
Principal Investigator John T. DeWolf
Principal Investigator Richard E. Christenson
Principal Investigator David S. Pines
TAC Member Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
Principal Investigator Nicholas E. Lownes
Principal Investigator Adam Zofka
SPR-2259, "Field Evaluation of a Cold-in-Place Recycled
Pavement Base Overlaid with Hot Mix Asphalt (I-395)" Completed Principal Investigator John W. Henault
Principal Investigator Bradley J. Overturf
Principal Investigator Eric D. Jackson
Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
Principal Investigator Eric D. Jackson
Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
TAC Member James H. Norman
TAC Member Scott A. Hill
TAC Member Richard B. Armstrong
TAC Member Mark D. Rolfe
Active
Active
SPR-2257, “A Study of Weigh Station Technologies"
(CASE Study)
SPR-2256, "Expansion and Refinement of a Bridge Monitoring
Network in Connecticut"
SPR-2240, “Evaluating the Long-Term Performance of
Pavements Thermally Imaged During Construction - Phase 1:
Developing Spatial Tools for Location Identification”
SPR-2239 (Phase 1B), “Development of Internet-Based
Computer Databases for the Connecticut Department of
Transportation: Phase 1B – Development of an Internet-Based
Protocol for the Connecticut Product Evaluation Database
(ConnPED) Application”
Completed
Completed
Active
Part II - SPR Funded Research Projects (continued)
SPR-2251, “Short-Term Bridge Monitoring"
Completed
Active
Completed
SPR-2260, "Digital Preservation of a Highway Photolog Film
Archive in Connecticut"
SPR-2261, "Design Build, A Transportation Project Methodology
for Connecticut's Consideration"
(CASE Study)
SPR-2258, "Transportation Asset Mana
g
ement S
y
stem, Includin
g
Comprehensive Pavement Life-Cycle Cost Analysis"
(CASE Study)
216
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
Principal Investigator John R. Mullaney
Principal Investigator Jonathan Morrison
CASE Study Manager and TAC
Member Joseph Bushey
CASE Adminstrative Contact
and TAC Member Richard H. Strauss
FHWA Technical Contact and
TAC Member Robert W. Turner
ConnDOT Techncial Contact
and TAC Member Paul N. Corrente
ConnDOT Research TAC
Member Dionysia F. Oliveira
ConnDOT Materials Testing
TAC Member Vittorio P. Castro
SPR-2263, "Evaluating the Impacts of Reducing the Number of
Hot Mix Asphalt Plant Testing Acceptance Criteria on Mix
Variability"
Active Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
Principal Investigator Adam Zofka
Principal Investigator Richard E. Christenson
Principal Investigator Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
SPR-2266, "Environmental Mitigation Alternatives for
Transportation Projects"
(CASE Study)
Active Principal Investigator Joseph Bushey
SPR-2267, "Evaluation of the Nonnuclear Density Gauge for
Quality Control of Hot-Mix Asphalt" Active Principal Investigator John W. Henault
Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
Principal Investigator Adam Zofka
TAC Member John W. Henault
Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
Principal Investigator Adam Zofka
TAC Member David J. Kilpatrick
SPR-2305, “Connecticut Advanced Pavement Laboratory (CAP
Lab)” Active Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
SPR-2306, "Installation and Evaluation of a Weigh-In-Motion
System Utilizing Quartz-Piezo Sensor Technology" Active Principal Investigator Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
Part II - SPR Funded Research Projects (continued)
ActiveSPR-2269, "Warm Mix Asphalt Pilot Project Development"
Active
SPR-2268, "The Use of Pol
y
mer Modified Asphalt Binder for Hi
g
h
Friction Thin Lift Overlays in Connecticut"
Active
SPR-2265, "Development and Evaluation of a Dual Purpose
Brid
g
e Health Monitorin
g
and Wei
g
h-in-Motion S
y
stem for a Steel
Birder Bridge"
SPR-2264, “Performance Comparison of PG 64-22 versus PG 64
-
28 Asphalt in Hot Mix Asphalt Placed in Connecticut”
SPR-2262, "Water-Quality Monitoring and Assessment Due to
Addition of a Lane on a Divided Highway in Southeastern
Connecticut"
(USGS Study)
Active
Active
217
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
Principal Investigator George A. Ganung
Principal Investigator Robert Christman
R.P. 7412-1206, "Friction Testing of the Secondary Road System
in Connecticut" Completed Principal Investigator George A. Ganung
R.P. 77-171, "RTAP Project #65, Local Roads Superintendents
Handbook on Supervisory Practices" Completed Principal Investigator Donald W. Huffmire
R. P. 170-158, "FHWA Task Order No. 1, Field Installation and
Evaluation of Post-Mounted Delineators" Completed Principal Investigator Robert E. Liptak
R.P. 170-199, "FHWA Task Order No. 2, Pavement Patching
Demonstration and Evaluation" Completed Principal Investigator George A. Ganung
R.P. 170-983, "Development of an FHWA Implementation
Package for the Connecticut Impact Attenuation System (CIAS)" Completed Principal Investigator Eric C. Lohrey
R.P. 170-1884, "CTTRANSIT Demonstration and Evaluation of
Hybrid Diesel Electric Transit Buses"
(CASE Study)
Completed Principal Investigator Stephen W. Warren
Principal Investigator Paul F. D'Attilio
Principal Investigator Robert G. Lauzon
Principal Investigator Eric G. Feldblum
SPR 704-902, "Safety Project and Program Evaluation" Completed Principal Investigator Julie M. Annino
Completed
Federally-Funded Research Projects
Completed
R.P. 300-77, "Devon Railroad Bridge Monitoring"
R.P. HS 412-002-180, "Skid Resistance of Pavement and Bridge
Decks"
218
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
R.P. 92-616, "A Study of the Feasibility of Utilizing Fuel Cells to
Generate Power for the New Haven Rail Line"
(CASE Study)
Completed Principal Investigator Joseph M. King, Jr.
R.P. 165-01, "Pavement Evaluation of Runways 6-24 and 15-33" Completed Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
R.P. 170-2164, “Oversize/Overweight Permitting (OSOW)
System Support and Commercial Vehicle Information System
Network (CVISN) Support”
Completed Principal Investigator Richard C. Hanley
R.P. 170-2202 (SPR-2202), "Connecticut DOT Photolog-Based
Highway Curvature Measurement" Completed Principal Investigator Robert Kasica
R.P. 175-34, "Deflection Study of Bituminous Concrete
Pavements" Completed Principal Investigator Fred E. Sternberg
R.P. 175-116, “Miscellaneous Minor Research” Active Principal Investigator John W. Henault
Principal Investigator L. E. Miller
Principal Investigator O. A. Strassenmeyer
Principal Investigator J. O. Wilson
R.P. 175-116 #2 (now #19), "Deicer Experiment" Completed Principal Investigator L. E. Miller
Principal Investigator R. Gregson
Principal Investigator Robert E. Liptak
R.P. 175-116 #7, "Analysis of Experimental Fencing" Completed Principal Investigator O. A. Strassenmeyer
Principal Investigator O. A. Strassenmeyer
Principal Investigator Michael M. Kasinskas
Principal Investigator Ed F. Button
Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
Principal Investigator J. O. Wilson
R.P. 175-116 #13, "Traffic Paint Equipment" Completed Principal Investigator Ed F. Button
Principal Investigator George A. Ganung
Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
R.P. 175-116 #16, "Vinyl Longitudinal-Joint Strip" Completed Principal Investigator John H. Hudson
R.P. 175-116 #17, "Bridge Safety" Completed Principal Investigator George A. Ganung
R.P. 175-116 #19, "Evaluations and Observations - Chemical
Deicers" Completed Principal Investigator Michael M. Kasinskas
Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
Principal Investigator John H. Hudson
Principal Investigator R. Donovan
R.P. 175-116 #21, "Concrete-Chelating Compound" Completed Principal Investigator Ed F. Button
R.P. 175-116 #22, "Chlorides in Plant Tissue" Completed Principal Investigator Ed F. Button
R.P. 175-116 #23, "Artificial Grass" Completed Principal Investigator Ed F. Button
Principal Investigator William B. Perruccio
Principal Investigator Fred E. Sternberg
R.P. 175-116 #25, "Accident and Pavements, I-95" Completed Principal Investigator Fred E. Sternberg
R.P. 175-116 #26, "Post Tensioned Tube-Slab Bridges, Route
11, Colchester" Completed Principal Investigator Ed F. Button
R.P. 175-116 #27, "Evaluation of Overhead Sign Coatings" Completed Principal Investigator Robert E. Liptak
Principal Investigator Michael M. Kasinskas
Principal Investigator Fred E. Sternberg
R.P. 175-116 #29, "Performance Evaluation of Runway
Improvements" Completed Principal Investigator Fred E. Sternberg
R.P. 175-116 #31, "Ecofuel Bituminous Pavement" Completed Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
R.P. 175-116 #32, "Rubberized-Asphalt Pavement" Completed Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
R.P. 175-116 #33, "Reflection Cracking Study (I-95)" Completed Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
R.P. 175-116 #34, "Drier Drum (I-95)" Completed Principal Investigator James M. Sime
R.P. 175-116 #35, "Bituminous Concrete Patch Study" Completed Principal Investigator James M. Sime
R.P. 175-116 #37, " Extended Evaluation of Hot-Mix Recycling,
Rt. 4, Burlington" Completed Principal Investigator Dionysia F. Oliveira
R.P. 175-116 #39, "Evaluation of Post-Tensioned Strands and
Ducts on the Bissell Bridge" Completed Principal Investigator Michael M. Kasinskas
R.P. 175-116 #40, "Longitudinal Joint Repair Procedures" Completed Principal Investigator Jonathan T. Boardman
R.P. 175-116 #42, " Evaluation of Compost Installations on
ConnDOT Construction Projects" Completed Principal Investigator Donald A. Larsen
R.P. 175-116 #43, "Support Activities for the Connecticut Guide
Rail Activities" Completed Principal Investigator Richard C. Hanley
R.P. 175-116 #44, "Performance Monitoring of Superpave
Pavements at Project 83-220" Active Principal Investigator Richard C. Hanley
R.P. 175-116 #45, "Investigate Durability and Longevity of
Inductive Loops for Traffic Detection" Active Principal Investigator Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
CompletedR.P. 175-116 #28, "Permeability of CRC Cores"
Completed
Completed
R.P. 175-116 #24, "Stone Gradation Variability"
Completed
R.P. 175-116 #20, "Cold Weather Paving"
R.P. 175-116 #1, "Rumble Strips"
R.P. 175-116 #8, "Guide Rail and Median Barriers"
R.P. 175-116 #4, "Thin Pavement Overlays"
R.P. 175-116 #15, "Snow Plow Blades" Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
R.P. 175-116 #9, "Bridge Deck and Pavement Patching Materials"
State-Funded Research Projects
219
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
R.P. 175-117, "Salt Effect on Vegetation" Completed Principal Investigator Ed F. Button
Principal Investigator O. A. Strassenmeyer
Principal Investigator L. E. Miller
Principal Investigator Michael M. Kasinskas
R.P. 175-119 #1, "Crack Control Joints" Completed Principal Investigator J. O. Wilson
Principal Investigator Fred E. Sternberg
Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
R.P. 175-120 #2, "Joint Formers-Plastic" Completed Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
R.P. 175-120 #3, "Joint Former Inserts" Completed Principal Investigator Robert Christman
R.P. 175-120 #4, "Joint Former-Unitube" Completed Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
Principal Investigator L. E. Miller
Principal Investigator O. A. Strassenmeyer
Principal Investigator J. O. Wilson
R.P. 175-120 #9, "Pressure Relief Sections" Completed Principal Investigator Fred E. Sternberg
Principal Investigator Fred E. Sternberg
Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
Principal Investigator Fred E. Sternberg
Principal Investigator Frank J. Kos
Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
Principal Investigator Fred E. Sternberg
Principal Investigator Fred E. Sternberg
Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
R.P. 175-137, "Experimental Joint Forming and Sealing, Route 2,
Colchester" Completed Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
R.P. 175-169, "Bridge Deck Inspection, I-91" Completed Principal Investigator J. O. Wilson
Principal Investigator L. A. Chimini
Principal Investigator Robert F. Dawson
Principal Investigator William B. Perruccio
Principal Investigator Kumares C. Sinha
Principal Investigator J. Bruno
Principal Investigator William B. Perruccio
R.P. 175-205 #2, "Capacity Program" Completed Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
R.P. 175-210, "Asphalt Molecular Size by GPC" Completed Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
R.P. 175-211, “Evaluation of New Products, Materials and
Processes” Active Principal Investigator Andrew J. Mroczkowski
R.P. 175-212 - South Road Curved Girder Bridge Completed Principal Investigator R. F. Victor
Principal Investigator O. A. Strassenmeyer
Principal Investigator George A. Ganung
Principal Investigator Frank J. Kos
Principal Investigator Robert Christman
R.P. 175-225, "Development of the Air Jet Snow Plow" Completed Principal Investigator Michael M. Kasinskas
R.P. 850-50, "Development of a Rail Photolog" Completed Principal Investigator David G. Bowers
R.P. 850-51, "Highway User Cost in Connecticut" Completed Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
"Moisture and Density Determinations by Nuclear Methods" Completed Principal Investigator O. A. Strassenmeyer
"Highway Illumination, Warrants - Design - Maintenance - Costs" Completed Principal Investigator H. S. Ives
"A Statistically Based Plan for Acceptance Control" Completed Principal Investigator F. E. Sternberg
Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
Principal Investigator James M. Sime
Completed
Completed
Completed
R.P. 175-216 - Pavement Grooving and Grooved Line Striping, I-
84, Waterbury
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
R.P. 175-118, "Concrete Protective Applications"
State-Funded Research Projects (continued)
R.P. 175-120 #7, "Mudjacking"
R.P. 175-123, "Subbase - Quarry Run Stone"
R.P. 175-120 #11, "Crack Formation in Non-Reinforced Concrete
Pavement"
JH 83-100, "Increased Funding Needs of the Cooperative
Highway Research Program"
Completed
R.P. 175-205 #1, "Signal Progression"
R.P. 175-120#10, "Wire Mesh Reinforced Overlay"
Completed
Completed
Completed
R.P. 175-204, "Traffic Surveillance and Control"
R.P. 175-120 #1, " Load Transfer Dowels"
R.P. 175-131, "Bituminous Concrete Shoulders, I-91"
R.P. 175-120 #5, "Blow Ups" Completed
220
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
Principal Investigator V. E. Scottron
Principal Investigator C. J. Pelletier
JH 51-2, "Investigation of Run-off from Small Drainage Areas" Completed Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
Principal Investigator R. J. Leonard
Principal Investigator Edward V. Gant
JH 51-4, "Effect of Washed Concrete Sand in Increasing
Capillary Rise and Frost Heaving" Completed Principal Investigator E. Budzik
JH 51-5, "Capillary Potential of Various Materials" Completed Principal Investigator A.V . Giodano
Principal Investigator E. R. Phelisse
Principal Investigator B. K. Ramiah
JH 53-1, "Development of Miniature Filter Test" Completed Principal Investigator B. K. Ramiah
Principal Investigator Edward V. Gant
Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
JH 54-2, "Laboratory Evaluation of Frost Characteristics" Completed Principal Investigator P. V. Cuomo
JH 57-1, "Study of the Relationship between the Degrees of
Consolidation and the Shearing Strength of Varved Clays and
Marine Muds"
Completed Principal Investigator Unavailable
JH 57-2, "Study of the Relationship between the Orientation of
the Principal Stresses and the Shearing Strength of Varved
Clays"
Completed Principal Investigator T. M. Meda
JH 57-3, "Attempt to Correlate Laboratory Triaxial Shear Tests
with Miniature Laboratory and Larger Field Vane Shear Tests" Completed Principal Investigator Unavailable
JH 57-4, "Development and Use of Consolidation Apparatus,
Which Will Make Use of Extra-Thick Samples of Varved Clay" Completed Principal Investigator Unavailable
Principal Investigator Joseph J. Breen
Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
Principal Investigator Joseph J. Breen
Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
JH 63-4, "Study of Bridge Vibrations and Deflection - Effect on
Slab Durability" Completed Principal Investigator James C. Longley
JH 63-5, "Effect of Aging in Asphalt" Completed Principal Investigator D. Anderson
JH 63-6, "Density of Bituminous Concrete Pavement by Nuclear
Methods" Completed Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
JH 63-7, "An Investigation of the Brittle Plastic Behavior of
Asphalt Mixtures by Use of an Impact Device" Completed Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
JH 63-9, "Effects of Aggregate Shape on Bituminous Mix
Characteristics" Completed Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
JH 64-1, "Salt Concentration in Run-off Water" Completed Principal Investigator Wilbur J. Widmer
JH 64-2, "Erosion Control in Ditches and Waterways" Completed Principal Investigator C. J. Posey
JH 64-3, "Triaxial Consolidation of Varved Clay" Completed Principal Investigator Kent A. Healy
JH 65-1, "Quality Control of Asphaltic Concrete" Completed Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
JH 65-2, "Field Control of Deck Concrete" Completed Principal Investigator Kent A. Healy
JH 65-3, "Laboratory Simulation of Deck Deterioration" Completed Principal Investigator Kent A. Healy
Principal Investigator George A. Prior
Principal Investigator Paul M. Berthouex
JH 66-1, "Effect of Straightening Damaged Steel" Completed Principal Investigator E. R. Johnston
Principal Investigator Robert F. Dawson
Principal Investigator William B. Perruccio
JH 66-4, "Expressway Traffic Simulation" Completed Principal Investigator Kumares C. Sinha
JH 66-5, "Hyperland Function as a Traffic Model" Completed Principal Investigator Robert F. Dawson
Principal Investigator Ed F. Button
Principal Investigator D. E. Peaslee
JH 67-1, "Frost Susceptible Soil, I-91, Wallingford" Completed Principal Investigator Kent A. Healy
Principal Investigator Kent A. Healy
Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
JH 67-3, "Applicability of Electro-Osmosis to Marginal Soils" Completed Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
JH 67-4, "Correlation of Molecular Size and Asphalt
Characteristics" Completed Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
JH 67-5, "Bituminous Mix Density by Coated Specimens" Completed Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
Principal Investigator Kent A. Healy
Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
JH 67-7, "Stresses in Curved Girder" Completed Principal Investigator Unavailable
Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
Principal Investigator Kent A. Healy
JH 68-2, "Pilot Roadway Design Project ROADS Subsystem of
ICES" Completed Principal Investigator Robert F. Dawson
JH 69-1, "Effect of Heat and Air on Asphalt by Gel Permeation
Chromatography" Completed Principal Investigator Charles E. Dougan
Completed
Connecticut Cooperative Transportation Research Program (CCTRP) Projects
JH 66-3, "I-84 Freeway Surveillance and Control"
JH 68-1, "Study of Permeability of Calcium Chloride Stabilized
and Crusher Run Bases"
JH 67-6. "Control of Moisture Under Pavements"
JH 66-6, "Salt Concentration in Vegetation"
JH 63-1, "Split Cylinder Tests of Flexible Pavements"
JH 65-4, "Salt Build-Up in Roadway Soils"
JH 67-2, " Prefabricated Underdrains"
JH 51-6, "Filter Test of Various Materials"
JH 63-2, "Fatigue Characteristics of Flexible Pavements under
Repeated Loads at Various Temperatures"
JH 54-1, "Pile Drag Study - New Haven Harbor"
JH 51-1, "Study of Hydraulic Design of the Curb Inlet Grate"
JH 51-3, "Variation in Amount of Frost Heave with Depths of
Ground Water Table" Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
221
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
JH 70-2, "Analysis of Thermally Loaded Laminated Circular
Plates" Completed Principal Investigator John F. Carney, III
Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
Principal Investigator Kent A. Healy
JH 70-4, "Air Jet Snow Plow" Completed Principal Investigator Michael M. Kasinskas
Principal Investigator Charles H. Knapp
Principal Investigator Rajendra P. Jain
JH 71-1, "Multiple Truck Loading on Bridges" Completed Principal Investigator Richard D. Desrosiers
Principal Investigator Ed F. Button
Principal Investigator E. J. Rubins
Principal Investigator M. A. Woodward
Principal Investigator G. F. Griffin
JH 72-2, "Measurement of Bridge Deck Status by Dynamic
Modulus" Completed Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
Principal Investigator Kent A. Healy
Principal Investigator Robert Fitch
Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
JH 73-3, "Short Term Effects of Highway Construction" Completed Principal Investigator Robert H. Wortman
JH 73-4, "A Portable Energy Absorbing System for Highway
Service Vehicles" Completed Principal Investigator John F. Carney, III
Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
Principal Investigator Kent A. Healy
JH 74-3, "A Review of Traffic Restraint Concepts and the
Potential Application in Connecticut" Completed Principal Investigator Robert H. Wortman
JH 74-4, "Design of Test Installation of Bitumen Coated Piles" Completed Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
JH 75-2, "Split Cylinder Test for Tension Strength of Concrete" Completed Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
JH 75-4, "Statistical Utilization of Past Quality Control Data" Completed Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
Principal Investigator Kent A. Healy
JH 77-2, "Development of a Process for the Review of Queuing
Models to be used in Air Quality Analysis" Completed Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
JH 77-3, "A Legal Determination of the Navigability of the
Quinebaug and Shetucket Rivers" Completed Principal Investigator Karla Fox
Principal Investigator David R. Jackson
Principal Investigator J. M. Callahan
Principal Investigator Wallace W. Bowley
Principal Investigator William C. Kennard
Principal Investigator Michael W. Lefor
JH 77-6, "Chemical Reactivity of Selected Connecticut Rock
Strata" Completed Principal Investigator I. Kaseoru
JH 78-1, "Development of a Steel Pipe Vehicle Impact
Attenuation System" Completed Principal Investigator John F. Carney, III
Principal Investigator W. C. Kennard
Principal Investigator Michael W. Lefor
JH 78-3, "Analysis of Air Pollution, Traffic Congestion and Fuel
Consumption by Computer Simulation" Completed Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
JH 78-4, "Determining the Shear Strength of Varved Clay Using
Vane Shear" Completed Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
JH 79-1, "A Study of Para-Transit in Connecticut" Completed Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
Principal Investigator Charles B. Monroe
Principal Investigator Thomas Maziarz
JH 80-2, "A Performance Test for Bitumen Coated Piles" Completed Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
JH 80-3, "The Addition of Lignin from Gasohol Plants to
Asphalts" Completed Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
JH 80-4, "Energy Efficiencies of Transportation Modes" Completed Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
JH 80-6, "Estimating Bus Ridership" Completed Principal Investigator Herbert S. Levinson
Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
Principal Investigator George E. Hoag
JH 82-1, "PCB Analysis in Bituminous Materials" Completed Principal Investigator George E. Hoag
JH 82-3, "Transportation Management in Connecticut" Completed Principal Investigator Herbert S. Levinson
Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
Principal Investigator Hallas H. Ridgeway
JH 83-3, "Aging of Recycled Bituminous Binder" Completed Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
Completed
JH 81-1, "Rate and Quantity of Distillate Evaporation from
Bitumen Concrete"
Completed
CompletedJH 70-3, "Field Consolidation of Varved Clay"
JH 83-1, "Further Development of Optimization Procedures in
Pavement Management" Completed
JH 82-4, "Development of Optimum Pavement
Maintenance/Reconstruction Strategies Based on Serviceability
and Fiscal Parameters"
Completed
Completed
JH 77-5, "False-Color Infrared Aerial Photography as an Aid in
Evaluating Environmental Impacts on Inland Wetlands by
Proposed Highways in "Connecticut: A Feasibility Study"
JH 74-1, "Measurement of Foundation Strains under Lateral
Loads"
JH 77-4, "Solar Energy Augmentation for Hot Water Needs in
Connecticut Highway Rest Areas"
Completed
JH 77-1, "Reducing Highway Maintenance through Effective
Drainage"
JH 73-2, "Analysis of Connecticut Department of Transportation
Traffic Paints"
JH 72-1, "Effects of Deicing Salts and Lead Particulates upon
Chemical Composition of Trees and Shrubs"
JH 70-5, "Simulation of Traffic Flow of the I-291 and Route 15
Three-Level Diamond Interchange"
JH 73-1, "Negative Skin Friction on Piles and Foundation Design
Methods for Poles and Towers"
Completed
Connecticut Cooperative Transportation Research Program (CCTRP) Projects (continued)
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
JH 78-2, "Assessment of Highway Environmental Impact in
Connecticut Using Remote Sensing Procedures"
Completed
JH 80-1, "Residential Relocation as a Conservation Strategy to
Cope with Rising Gasoline Prices and Uncertain Supply"
Completed
222
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
Principal Investigator John T. DeWolf
Principal Investigator Edward V. Gant
JH 84-2, "Monitoring and Remediation of Gasoline Storage
Facilities" Completed Principal Investigator George E. Hoag
Principal Investigator George E. Hoag
Principal Investigator David P. Ahlfeld
JH 86-3, "Development of an Automated Bridge Monitoring
System" Completed Principal Investigator John T. DeWolf
Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
Principal Investigator Kenneth R. Demars
Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
Principal Investigator Kenneth R. Demars
Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
Principal Investigator Kenneth R. Demars
JH 86-8, "Evaluation of Rubber Modified Pavement Sections" Completed Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
JH 86-9, "Aging of Bituminous Concrete" Completed Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
JH 86-10, "Proposal to Install and Monitor the Performance of a
Post-Tensioned Laminated Timber Deck Bridge at Wadsworth
Falls State Park"
Completed Principal Investigator Michael L. Accorsi
JH 86-11, "Developing and Financing Independent Transit
Districts" Completed Principal Investigator Herbert S. Levinson
JH 86-12, "Improving Rural Transit Efficiency" Completed Principal Investigator Herbert S. Levinson
Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
Principal Investigator Hallas H. Ridgeway
JH 87-1, "Evaluation, Training and Reevaluation of Management
at the Connecticut Department of Transportation" Completed Principal Investigator Donald W. Huffmire
JH 87-2, "High Pressure Gel Permeation Chromatographic Color
Analysis of Asphalt" Completed Principal Investigator Norman W. Garrick
JH 87-3, "Tests on Prestressed Concrete Bridge Beams" Completed Principal Investigator Gregory C. Frantz
JH 87-4, "Development of a Strain Monitoring System for Bridges" Completed Principal Investigator John T. DeWolf
JH 87-5, "Daily Temperature Cycles and Bituminous Concrete" Completed Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
JH 87-6, "Wetland Mitigation" Completed Principal Investigator Michael W. Lefor
JH 88-1, "Resilient Modulus of Subgrades" Completed Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
JH 88-2, "Measurement of Capacity of Drilled Shaft Foundation" Completed Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
JH 88-3, "Age and Origin of Small Upland Wetlands in
Connecticut" Completed Principal Investigator Robert M. Thorson
Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
Principal Investigator Gerald M. McCarthy
JH 89-2, "Insitu Detection of Pile Corrodibility" Completed Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
JH 89-3, "A Developmental Model for Upland Red-Maple
Swamps in Connecticut" Completed Principal Investigator Robert M. Thorson
JH 89-4, "Development of Micro-Computer Based Optimization
Model for Pavement Management" Completed Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
JH 89-5, "Effects of Hot Storage on the Properties of Asphalt
Concrete Mixes" Completed Principal Investigator Norman W. Garrick
JH 90-1, "Full-Scale Bridge Testing to Monitor Vibrational
Signatures" Completed Principal Investigator John T. DeWolf
JH 90-3, "Development of a Screening Model for Prioritizing the
Remediation of Groundwater Contamination Sites" Completed Principal Investigator David P. Ahlfeld
JH 90-4, "Measurement of Resilient Modulus of Connecticut
Soils" Completed Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
JH 90-6, "Comprehensive Planning Study of Maintenance
Facilities for the Connecticut Department of Transportation" Completed Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
Principal Investigator Baki M. Cetegen
Principal Investigator E. K. Dabora
Principal Investigator M. Gendron
JH 90-8, "A Demonstration Geographic Information System for
ConnDOT Operations" Completed Principal Investigator C. R. Ferguson
JH 91-1, "An Experimental and Analytical Study of Timber
Bridges Comprised of Longitudinal Stringers, Transverse
Decking, and Diaphragms"
Completed Principal Investigator Michael Accorsi
Principal Investigator Gerald M. McCarthy
Principal Investigator A. C. Rusaw
JH 92-2, "Cracking in Connections between Floor Beams and
Supporting Girders" Completed Principal Investigator John T. DeWolf
Principal Investigator Gregory C. Frantz
Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
JH 92-3, "Durability of High Performance Concrete (HPC) Repair
Materials"
Completed
Completed
Completed
JH 89-1, "Research Planning for the Joint Highway Research
Advisory Council"
Completed
Connecticut Cooperative Transportation Research Program (CCTRP) Projects (continued)
JH 86-7, "Adapting the Quick-Load Method of Pile Testing to
Connecticut Soils Needs"
JH 86-6, "Conversion to Unified Soil Classification System"
JH 86-5, "Determining the Permeability of Granular Soils by Air
Flow"
JH 90-7, "Demonstration of Low Capital Technologies to Reduce
Diesel Bus Engine Emissions"
JH 92-1, "Assessment of Transit Management Training Needs"
JH 86-13, "A Feasibilit
y
Stud
y
of the Use of Video as an Aid in the
Guidance/Navigation Driving Task"
JH 84-1, "Study of Bridge Vibrations for Connecticut"
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
JH 86-2, "Monitoring and Remediation of Gasoline Storage
Facilities"
223
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
JH 92-4, "Investigation of Steel Pile Foundations in Corrosively
Active Locations" Completed Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
JH 92-5, "Development of a Two-Stage Facility Location Model
for ConnDOT's Maintenance System" Completed Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
Principal Investigator Kenneth R. Demars
Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
Principal Investigator Norman W. Garrick
JH 93-1, "Feasibility Study for the Establishment fo a GIS/GPS
Resource Center" Terminated Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
Principal Investigator Gerard M. Campbell
Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
Principal Investigator Domnic Grasso
Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
Principal Investigator Jia D. Lin
Principal Investigator Michael W. Lefor
JH 93-6, "Fatigue Tests of 27 Year Old Bridge Beams" Completed Principal Investigator Gregory C. Frantz
Principal Investigator Gerard M. Campbell
Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
Principal Investigator Norman W. Garrick
Principal Investigator Luke E. K. Achenie
Principal Investigator C. Roger Ferguson
Principal Investigator John E. Bean
JH 94-6, "Simplifying Analysis Procedures for Seismic Retrofit of
Irregular Bridges" Completed Principal Investigator Ramesh B. Malla
Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
Principal Investigator John N. Ivan
Principal Investigator Gerard M. Campbell
Principal Investigator Norman W. Garrick
Principal Investigator Luke E. K. Achenie
Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
Principal Investigator Charles I. Vinsonhaler
JH 95-4, "Evaluation of Community Traffic Safety Programs and
Motorcycle Operator Training Programs" Completed Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
Principal Investigator Nikolaos P. Nikolaidis
Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
Principal Investigator Gregory C. Frantz
JH 96-3, "Peak Period Trip Estimation Considering Level of
Service and Socio-Economic Characteristics" Completed Principal Investigator John N. Ivan
JH 96-4, "Relaxation in High-Strength Bolted Connections on
Galvanized Steel" Completed Principal Investigator John T. DeWolf
Principal Investigator Kenneth R. Demars
Principal Investigator Richard P. Long
Principal Investigator John N. Ivan
Principal Investigator Norman W. Garrick
Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
Principal Investigator John N. Ivan
Principal Investigator Norman W. Garrick
Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
Principal Investigator John N. Ivan
Principal Investigator Norman W. Garrick
JH 97-2, "Estimating the Temporal Distribution of Traffic Within
the Peak Period" Completed Principal Investigator John N. Ivan
JH 97-3, "Enhancement of Photolog Applications and Display
Environment" Completed Principal Investigator Christian F. Davis
JH 97-4, "State-of-the-Art Rapid Non-Destructive Pavement
Assessment: Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) in Monostatic
Survey Mode"
Completed Principal Investigator Lanbo Liu
Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
Principal Investigator Cory Dippold
JH 98-3 "Evaluation of Sign Support Structures" Completed Principal Investigator John T. DeWolf
Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
Principal Investigator James M Mahoney
Principal Investigator John N. Ivan
Principal Investigator Wael M. El-Dessouki
JH 00-2, "GPR for Fast Pavement Assessment: Experimental
Tests" Completed Principal Investigator Lanbo Liu
Completed
JH 99-3, "Estimating Traffic Link Volumes by Month, Day of
Week and Time of Day"
JH 98-1, "Development of a Test to Measure Tendendc
y
for a Hot
Mix to Segregate"
JH 97-1 (Phase III), "Estimating Benefits from Specific Highway
Safety Improvements: Phase III - Safety Benefits from Left Turn
Treatment"
JH 97-1 (Phase II), "Estimating Benefits from Specific Highway
Safety Improvements: Phase II – Initial Implementation"
Completed
Completed
Completed
JH 97-1 (Phase I), "Estimating Benefits from Specific Highway
Safety Improvements: Phase I - Feasibility"
Completed
JH 95-1, "Decision and Risk Anal
y
sis Applications for Con
g
estion
Management"
JH 94-3, "An Automated System for Pavement Distress
Evaluation (Phase II)"
JH 95-2, "Data Reconciliation Based on Traffic Count Analysis
System"
JH 95-3, "Safety Belt/Motorcycle Helmet Usage Survey"
JH 93-3, "Strategies for Using Stabilized Wastes in Connecticut"
Completed
JH 93-4
(
SPR-2214
)
, "H
y
drod
y
namic and Transport Models of
Coastal Waters for Use in Design and Management of Highway
Structures"
JH 94-4, "Effective Use of the ConnDOT GPS Base Station"
JH 96-5 (ENV 1139), "Evaluation of Source-Separated Compost
for Connecticut Department of Transportation Projects"
Completed
JH 96-2 (Phases 1 and 2), "Protection of Reinforcement with
Corrosion Inhibitors: Phases 1 and 2"
Completed
Completed
Completed
Connecticut Cooperative Transportation Research Program (CCTRP) Projects (continued)
JH 92-6, "Use of Incinerator Ash as a Construction Fill"
Completed
Completed
JH 93-2, "Evaluating the Applicability of Analytical Decision
Support Tools for the Connecticut Department of Transportation"
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
JH 94-2, "Implementing Decision Support Techniques for the
Selection of Pavement Markings"
CompletedJH 99-1, "Determination of PG Binder to Use in RAP-Mix"
Completed
Completed
JH 96-1, "Field Treatment of Soil Contaminated with Lead"
224
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
JH 00-4, "Automated Detection and Analysis of Speed-Limit
Signs" Completed Principal Investigator Bahram Javidi
JH 00-5, "Field Monitoring and Evaluation for Sign Support
Structures Subject to Dynamic Loads" Completed Principal Investigator John T. DeWolf
JH 01-4, "A Best Practices Guide for the Design of Context
Sensitive Roadway Cross-Sections" Completed Principal Investigator Norman W. Garrick
JH 01-7, "An Automated Detection for Highway Geometry Using
Image Recognition Models" Terminated Principal Investigator Wael M. El-Dessouki
JH 02-1, "Incorporating Truck Flows into the Sate-Wide Planning
Traffic Model" Completed Principal Investigator Lisa Aultman-Hall
JH 02-2, "Developing A Methodology to Evaluate the Safety of
Shared-Use Paths" Completed Principal Investigator Lisa Aultman-Hall
Principal Investigator Bahram Javidi
Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
Principal Investigator Bahram Javidi
Principal Investigator Jack E. Stephens
JH 03-5, "Factors Affecting Young Driver Safety" Completed Principal Investigator Lisa Aultman-Hall
Principal Investigator Patrick T. Mather
Principal Investigator Montgomery Shaw
JH 03-8, "Comparison of Ultrafine Particle Emissions from H
y
brid-
Electric and Particle-Trap Diesel Connecticut Transit Buses" Completed Principal Investigator Britt A. Holmén
JH 04-1, "Pavement Crack Treatments - Emulsified vs.
Traditional Hot-Pour Materials" Completed Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
Principal Investigator John N. Ivan
Principal Investigator Norman W. Garrick
Principal Investigator Norman W. Garrick
Principal Investigator Fred V. Carstensen
Principal Investigator Stanley McMillen
Principal Investigator Lisa Altman-Hall
Principal Investigator John N. Ivan
JH 05-9, "Detailed Modal Analysis of Particulate Emissions from
Connecticut Transit Buses for Emissions Modeling" Completed Principal Investigator Britt A. Holmén
JH 06-3, "Extending the Lifespan of Existing Highway Bridges
Through Controllable Stiffness and Damping Devices" Completed Principal Investigator Richard E. Christenson
Principal Investigator Allison A. MacKay
Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
Principal Investigator Thomas H. Meyer
Principal Investigator Robert J. Baron
Principal Investigator Steven Fish
Principal Investigator Darek Massalski
Principal Investigator Thomas H. Meyer
Principal Investigator John L. David
Principal Investigator John N. Ivan
Principal Investigator Nalini Ravishanker
JH 08-1, "Structure and Properties of Ionomer Modified Asphalts" Active Principal Investigator Robert A. Weiss
JH 08-5, "Assessing and Quantifying Public Transportation
Access" Active Principal Investigator Nicholas E. Lownes
JH 08-6, "Experimental Testing of Controllable Damping Devices
toward Extending the Lifespan of Existing Highway Bridges" Active Principal Investigator Richard E. Christenson
Principal Investigator Nicholas E. Lownes
Principal Investigator Eric D. Jackson
Principal Investigator Adam Zofka
Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
Principal Investigator Adam Zofka
Principal Investigator James M. Mahoney
TAC Chairperson Donald A. Larsen
Completed
JH 07-2, "Creating Useful Products From Connecticut's 2000
LIDAR Data Set"
Proposed
JH 09-7, “National and In-State Review of Surface Treatment
Techniques for Pavement Preservation in Connecticut”
JH 06-10, "Improving Survey Accuracy and Efficiency in
Connecticut: An Accuracy Assessment of GEOID03"
JH 06-9, "Evaluating Stormwater Quality Associated With Milling
of HMA Surfaces"
JH 05-6, "Value Pricing in Connecticut: Policy Simulations and
Economic Impacts"
JH 04-6, "Designing Roads that Guide Drivers to Choose Safer
Speeds"
Completed
JH 09-6, "Preparation of the Implementation Plan of AASHTO
Mechanistic-Empirical Pavement Design Guide (M-E PDG) in
Connecticut"
Proposed
Active
JH 07-5, "Incorporating Wet Pavement Friction Into Traffic Safety
Analysis"
Completed
JH 05-7, "Design and Feasibility Study: Connecticut
Transportation Planning Data" Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Connecticut Cooperative Transportation Research Program (CCTRP) Projects (continued)
JH 03-7, "Development of New Rheological Tools for Asphalt
Binder and Concrete Characterization"
Completed
JH 03-2, "A Laser-Based 3D Data Acquisition System for the
Analysis of Pavement Distress and Roughness"
JH 02-11, "Pilot for Automated Detection and Classification of
Road Surfaces Degradation Features"
Withdrawn
JH 09-1, "Design and Feasibility Study: Connecticut
Transportation Planning Data - Phase II"
225
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
NETC Pre-1994 Project, “Construction Costs of New England
Bridges - Phase II” Completed TAC Member William Duff
NETC Pre-1994 Project, “Tire Chips as Lightweight Backfill –
Phase II: Full-Scale Testing” Completed TAC Member Not named
NETC Pre-1994 Project, “Bridge Rail Crash Test – Phase II:
Sidewalk Mounted Rail” Completed TAC Member Dionysia F. Oliveira
NETC Pre-1994 Project, “New England Vehicle Classification
and Truck Weight Program” Completed TAC Member William Duff
NETC 94-1, “Structural Analysis of New England Subbase
Materials and Structures” Completed TAC Member Leo L. Fontaine
NETC 94-2, “Nondestructive Testing of Reinforced Concrete
Bridges Using Radar Imaging Techniques” Completed TAC Member Kevin J. Bernard
NETC 94-3, “Procedures for the Evaluation of Sheet Membrane
Waterproofing” Completed TAC Member Not named
NETC 94-4, “Durability of Concrete Crack Repair Systems” Terminated TAC Member Kevin J. Bernard
NETC 95-1, “Use of Tire/Chips/Soil Mixtures to Limit Frost Heave
and Pavement Damage of Paved Roads” Completed TAC Member Donald A. Larsen
NETC 95-2, “Suitability of Non-Hydric Soils for Wetland
Mitigation” Completed TAC Member Steven Ladd
NETC 95-3, “Implementation and Evaluation of Traffic Marking
Recesses for Application of Thermoplastic Pavement Markings
on Modified Open Graded Mixes”
Completed TAC Member John R. Giannini
NETC 95-5, “Buried Joints in Short Span Bridges” Terminated TAC Chairperson Robert G. Lauzon
TAC Member Keith R. Lane
TAC Member Colleen A. Kissane
NETC 96-1, “SUPERPAVE Implementation” Completed TAC Member Nelio J. Rodrigues
NETC 96-2, “Optimizing GPS Use in Transportation Projects” Terminated TAC Member Bradley J. Overturf
NETC 96-3, “Effectiveness of Fiber Reinforced Composites as
Structural and Protective Coverings for Bridge Elements Exposed
to Deicing-Salt Chlorides”
Completed TAC Member John W. Henault
NETC 97-1 (Phase 1), “Portable Method to Determine Chloride
Concentration of Roadway Pavements – Phase 1” Completed TAC Member Donald A. Larsen
NETC 97-1 (Phase 2), “Portable Method to Determine Chloride
Concentration of Roadway Pavements – Phase 2” Completed TAC Member Donald A. Larsen
NETC 97-2, “Performance Evaluation and Economic Analysis of
Combinations of Durability Enhancing Admixtures (Mineral and
Chemical) in Structural Concrete for Bridge Applications in the
Northeast U.S.A.”
Completed TAC Member Steven A. Gage
NETC 97-3 (Phase 1), “Determining Properties, Standards and
Performance of Wood Waste Compost as an Erosion Control
Mulch and as a Filter Berm – Phase 1”
Completed TAC Member Donald A. Larsen
NETC 97-3 (Phase 2) , “Determining Properties, Standards and
Performance of Wood Waste Compost as an Erosion Control
Mulch and as a Filter Berm – Phase 2”
Completed TAC Member Donald A. Larsen
NETC 97-4, “Early Distress of Open-Graded Friction Courses” Completed TAC Member Nicholas R. Corona
NETC 99-1, “Bridge Rail Transitions – Development and Crash
Testing” Completed TAC Member Dionysia F. Oliveira
NETC 99-2, “Evaluation of Asphaltic Plug Joints” Completed TAC Member Donald A. Larsen
TAC Chairperson Ahmad A. Sarshory
TAC Member Paul F. D’Attilio
TAC Member James E. Hamilton
NETC 99-4, “Quantifying Roadside Rest Area Usage” Completed TAC Member Dionysia F. Oliveira
NETC 99-6, “Analytical and Experimental Investigations of the
Effects of Concrete Removal Operations on Adjacent Concrete
that is to Remain”
Completed TAC Chairperson Ravi V. Chandran
NETC 00-1, “Ground-Based Imaging and Data Acquisition
Systems for Roadway Inventories in New England: A Synthesis
of Practice”
Completed TAC Chairperson Bradley J. Overturf
NETC 00-2, “Evaluation of Permeability of Superpave Mixes” Completed TAC Member Nelio J. Rodrigues
NETC 00-3, “Design, Fabrication and Testing of a Composite
Reinforced Timber Guardrail” Completed TAC Member Dionysia F. Oliveira
NETC 00-4, “Portable Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD)
Study” Completed TAC Member Donald A. Larsen
NETC 00-5, “Guard Rail Testing – MELT at NCHRP 350 TL2” Completed TAC Member Andrew J. Mroczkowski
NETC 00-6, “Implementation of Visualization Technologies to
Create Simplified Presentations by Highway Agencies” Completed TAC Member William S. Pratt
New England Transportation Consortium (NETC) Projects
NETC 99-3, “Development of Priority Based Statewide Scour
Monitoring Systems in New England” Completed
Completed
NETC 95-6, “Guidelines for Ride Quality Acceptance for
Pavements”
226
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
NETC 00-7, “A Complete Review of Incident Detection
Algorithms and Their Deployment: What Works and What
Doesn’t”
Completed TAC Member John F. Korte
NETC 00-8, “Performance and Effectiveness of a Thin Pavement
Section Using Geogrids and Drainage Geocomposites in a Cold
Region”
Completed TAC Member David J. Kilpatrick
NETC 01-1, “Advanced Composite Materials (Fiber Reinforced
Polymers or Polymer Matrix Composites) for New England’s
Highway Infrastructure: A Synthesis of Technology and Practice”
Completed TAC Member Paul F. D’Attilio
NETC 01-1 (T2 Phase I), "Advanced Composite Materials in New
England’s Transportation Infrastructure - Technology Transfer
Phase I: Selection of Prototype"
Completed TAC Member Paul F. D’Attilio
NETC 01-2, “Development of a Testing Protocol for Quality
Control/Quality Assurance of Hot Mix Asphalt” Completed TAC Member Jonathan T. Boardman
NETC 01-3, “Design of Superpave Hot Mix Asphalt for Low
Volume Roads” Completed TAC Member Nelio J. Rodrigues
NETC 01-4, "Eliminating Premature Pavement Failure: Creation
of a Positive Drainage Layer for Reconstructed and Reclaimed
Pavements"
[NETC Project No. 01-4, “Eliminating Premature Pavement
Failure: Creation of a Positive Drainage Layer for Reconstructed
and Reclaimed Pavements,” is incorporated into NETC Project
00-8, “Performance and Effectiveness of a Thin Pavement
Section Using Geogrids and Drainage Composites in a Cold
Region.”]
N/A TAC Member David J. Kilpatrick
NETC 01-5, “Procedures for the Evaluation of Liquid-Applied
Membrane Waterproofing” Withdrawn TAC Member Andrew J. Mroczkowski
NETC 01-6, “Field Evaluation of a New Compaction Device” Completed TAC Member Leo L. Fontaine
NETC 02-1 (Phase 1), “Relating Hot Mix Asphalt Pavement
Density to Performance” Completed TAC Member Edgardo D. Block
NETC 02-2 (Phase I), “Formulate an Approach for 511
Implementation in New England - Phase I” Completed TAC Member William W. Stoeckert
NETC 02-2 (Phase II), “Formulate an Approach for 511
Implementation in New England - Phase II” Completed TAC Member Harold J. Decker, Jr.
NETC 02-3, “Establish Subgrade Support Values for Typical
Soils (Mr) in New England” Completed TAC Chairperson Leo L. Fontaine
NETC 02-5, “Determination of Moisture Content of Deicin
g
Salt at
Point of Delivery” Completed TAC Member John R. Giannini
NETC 02-6 (Phase I), “Sealing of Small Movement Bridge
Expansion Joints” Completed TAC Member Andrew J. Mroczkowski
NETC 02-6 (Phase II), “Sealing of Small Movement Bridge
Expansion Joints - Field Installation and Monitoring” Active TAC Member Andrew J. Mroczkowski
TAC Member Norman Miller
TAC Member Eric G. Feldblum
NETC 02-8, “Intelligent Transportation Systems Applications to
Ski Resorts in New England and Northeastern New York State” Completed TAC Member Harold J. Decker, Jr.
NETC 03-1, “Ability of Wood Fiber Materials to Attenuate Heavy
Metals Associated With Highway Runoff” Completed TAC Member Mark W. Alexander
NETC 03-2, “Field Studies of Concrete Containing Salts of an
Alkenyl-Substituted Succinic Acid” Completed TAC Chairperson Paul F. D’Attilio
NETC 03-3 (Phase 1), “Feasibility Study and Design of An
Erosion Control Laboratory in New England - Phase 1” Completed TAC Chairperson Donald A. Larsen
NETC 03-3 (Phase 2), "Feasibility Study of Erosion Control
Laboratory in New England: Addendum, Design Considerations
for a Prototype Erosion Control Testing Plot - Phase 2"
Completed TAC Chairperson Donald A. Larsen
NETC 03-4, “Measuring Pollutant Removal Efficiencies of Storm
Water Treatment Units” Completed TAC Member Paul N. Corrente
NETC 03-5, “Evaluation of Field Permeameter as a Longitudinal
Joint Quality Control Indicator” Completed TAC Member
Erika B. Lindeberg
(Formerly Erika B. Smith)
NETC 03-6, "Fix it First: Utilizing the Seismic Property Analyzer
and MMLS to Develop Guidelines for the Use of Polymer
Modified Thin Lift HMA vs. Surface Treatments"
(NETC 03-6 is the project selected for the New England Land
Grant University Consortium Members Transportation
Challenge.)
Active TAC Member James M. Sime
NETC 02-7, “Validating Traffic Simulation Models to Inclement
Weather Conditions with Applications to Arterial Coordinated
Signal Systems”
Completed
New England Transportation Consortium (NETC) Projects (continued)
227
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
NETC 03-7, “Basalt Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites” Completed TAC Chairperson Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
NETC 04-1 (Phase 1), “Recycling Asphalt Pavements Containing
Modified Binders - Phase 1” Active TAC Member Edgardo D. Block
NETC 04-1 (Phase 2), “Recycling Asphalt Pavements Containing
Modified Binders - Phase 2” Active TAC Member Edgardo D. Block
NETC 04-2, “Driver-Eye-Movement-Based Investigation for
Improving Work Zone Safety” Completed TAC Member Joseph T. Cristalli, Jr.
NETC 04-3, “Estimating the Magnitude of Peak Flows for Steep
Gradient Streams in New England” Active TAC Member Michael E. Hogan
TAC Member Nelio J. Rodrigues
TAC Member
(Alternate) Raffaele Donato
NETC 04-5 (Phase 1), “Network-Based Highway Crash
Prediction Using Geographic Information Systems: Phase 1” Completed TAC Chairperson
Erika B. Lindeberg
(Formerly Erika B. Smith)
NETC 04-5 (Phase 2), “Network-Based Highway Crash
Prediction Using Geographic Information Systems: Phase 2” Completed TAC Chairperson
Erika B. Lindeberg
(Formerly Erika B. Smith)
NETC 04-6, "Development of Truck Lane Software That Uses a
Current Model of Truck Performance" Withdrawn TAC Member Daniel A. Gladowski
TAC Chairperson Leo L. Fontaine
TAC Chairperson
(Alternate) Michael F. McDonnell
NETC 05-2 (Phase 1), “Enhancing the Reflectivity of Concrete
Barriers”
[Formerly NETC 05-2, "Safety of Reflective Median Barriers”]
Proposed TAC Member David J. Kilpatrick
NETC 05-3, “Practicable Calibration Procedures to Enhance the
Accuracy of Analytical and Microsimulation Software for Modern
Four-Legged Single-Lane Roundabouts”
[Formerly NETC 05-3, "Microscopic Simulation for Modeling
Modern Roundabouts in New England: Accuracy, Sensitivity and
Calibration"]
Proposed TAC Member Robert Kasica
NETC 05-4, “Characterization of the Rate Constant of Pozzolan
Available Alkalis” Withdrawn TAC Member Paul F. D’Attilio
NETC 05-5, “Measurement of Adhesion Properties Between
Topcoat Paint and Metallized/Galvanized Steel with 'Surface
Energy' Measurement Equipment”
[Formerly NETC 05-5, “Measurement of Work of Adhesion
Between Paint and Metallized/Galvanized Steel”]
Active TAC Member Andrew J. Mroczkowski
NETC 05-6, “Employing Graphic-Aided DMS to Assist Elder
Drivers’ Message Comprehension” Active TAC Chairperson Drew M. Coleman
NETC 05-7
(
Phase 1
)
, “Warrants for Exclusive Left Turn Lanes at
Unsignalized Intersections and Driveways - Phase 1” Completed TAC Member Eric G. Feldblum
NETC 05-7
(
Phase 2
)
, “Warrants for Exclusive Left Turn Lanes at
Unsignalized Intersections and Driveways - Phase 2” Completed TAC Member Eric G. Feldblum
NETC 05-8, “Evaluation and Implementation of Traffic Simulation
Models for Work Zones” Completed TAC Chairperson
Erika B. Lindeberg
(Formerly Erika B. Smith)
NETC 05-9, “Financing Intermodal Transportation in New
England” Withdrawn TAC Member Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
NETC 06-1, “New England Verification of NCHRP 1-37A
Mechanistic-Empirical Pavement Design Guide with Level 2 & 3
Inputs”
Active TAC Member Edgardo D. Block
NETC 06-2, “Infrastructure Management Systems Enhancement
and Integration to Support True Integrated Decision-Making” Withdrawn TAC Member Colleen A. Kissane
NETC 06-3, “Establishing Default Dynamic Modulus Values for
New England” Active TAC Chairperson David J. Kilpatrick
NETC 06-4, “Preventative Maintenance and Timing of
Applications” Proposed TAC Member Louis Allegro
NETC 06-5, “The Winter Severity Index for New England”
[Formerly NETC 06-5, “Winter Severity Indices for New England”]
Completed TAC Member Patrick F. Rodgers
NETC 07-1, "Effects of In-Place Properties of Recycled Layers
Due to Temperature and Moisture Variations" Proposed TAC Member David J. Kilpatrick
NETC 05-1, “Development of Supplemental Resistance Method
for the Design of Drilled Shaft Rock Sockets”
NETC 04-4, “Determining the Effective PG Grade of Binder in
RAP Mixes”
New England Transportation Consortium (NETC) Projects (continued)
Active
Completed
228
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
NETC 07-2, "Exploring the Potential of Intelligent Intersections
Deployment in New England" Proposed TAC Member Donald A. Larsen
TAC Chairperson
Erika B. Lindeberg
(Formerly Erika B. Smith)
TAC Member Charles S. Harlow
NETC 07-4, "Estimating and Predicting Traffic Conditions for
Traveler Information and Emergency Response" Withdrawn TAC Member Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
NETC 08-1, "Applying the Highway Safety Manual in New
England" Proposed TAC Chairperson James V. Moffett
NETC 08-2, "Evacuation Modeling to Assist Hazard Management
and Response in Urban and Rural Areas of New England" Proposed TAC Member Judy B. Raymond
NETC 08-3, "Best Management Practices for the Invasive
Polygonum Cuspidatum (Japanese Knotweed) Along
Transportation Corridors"
Proposed TAC Member Bruce R. Villwock
NETC 08-4, "An Assessment of the Implementation of NETC
Research Results"
[Formerly NETC 08-4, “NETC Research Implementation Survey
and Synthesis”]
Proposed TAC Member Richard C. Hanley
TAC Member TBD
Contact Person Dionysia F. Oliveira
NETC 08-6, "Interaction Between Salinity, Soil Quality and
Amendments in Roadside Plantings" Proposed TAC Member TBD
NETC 09-1 (Phase 1), "Active Structural Control of Cantilevered
Support Structures" Proposed TAC Chairperson Alireza Jamalipour
NETC 09-2, "Effective Establishment of Native Grasses on
Roadsides" Proposed TAC Member TBD
NETC 09-3, "Advanced Composite Materials: Prototype
Development and Demonstration" Proposed TAC Member TBD
NETC 10-1, "Synthesis of Practice: Electronic Bridge Inspection
Document Management Systems" Proposed TAC Member TBD
NETC 10-2, "A Field Evaluation of SuperPave Hot Mix Asphalt
Pavement Containing 30% RAP" Proposed TAC Member TBD
NETC 10-3, "Low Temperature and Moisture Susceptibility of
RAP Mixtures With Warm Mix Technology" Proposed TAC Member TBD
NETC 10-4, "Field Evaluation of Corrosion Protection on Bridges
With a Spray Application of Disodium Tetrapropenyl Succinate
(DSS)"
Proposed TAC Member TBD
New England Transportation Consortium (NETC) Projects (continued)
NETC 07-3, "Determining Optimum Distance for a Lane Drop
Downstream from a Signalized Intersection" Proposed
Proposed
NETC 08-5, "NETC/UVM-UTC Transportation Research
Challenge"
229
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
HPD-2(002), "Geographic Information System - Transportation;
ISTEA Management Systems Server-Net Prototype" Completed TAC Member Frank Busch
HPL-2(001), "Application of Global Positioning System (GPS) for
Transportation Plannning"
[Formerly HPL-0002(001)]
Completed TAC Member John H. Hudson
SPR-2(123), "Develop Methods and Pilot Plant to Produce
Calcium Magnesium Acetate"
[Formerly HPR-0002(123)]
Completed TAC Member Charles E. Dougan
SPR-2(125), "Traffic Control Systems Handbook"
[Formerly HPR-0002(125)]
Completed TAC Member James J. Rice
SPR-2(126), "Integrated Drainage Design Computer System"
[Formerly HPR-0002(126)]
Completed TAC Member Richard A. Kowalski
SPR-2(127), "Cost Effective Geometric Design Standards for 3R
Projects"
[Formerly HPR-0002(127)]
Completed TAC Member Charles E. Dougan
SPR-2(130), "Eastern Skid Test and Calibration Centers"
[Formerly HPR-0002(130)]
Completed TAC Member Charles E. Dougan
SPR-2(133), "Culvert Repair Practices"
[Formerly HPR-0002(133)]
Completed TAC Member Winston Dean
SPR-2
(
136
)
, "FHWA Traffic Noise Model
(
FHWA TNM
)
Software,
Validation, and Training"
[Formerly, HPR-0002(136), "Evaluation of Performance of
Experimental Highway Noise Barrier - Phase 1"]
Completed TAC Member Francis A. Zapatka
SPR-2(140), "Research Development Needs in Highway
Construction Engineering"
[Formerly, HPR-0002(140), "Research and Development Needs
in Construction Engineering Management"]
Completed TAC Member James M. Sime
SPR-2(143), "The Effect of Bicycle Accomodations on
Bicycle/Motor Vehicle Safety and Traffic Operations"
[Formerly, HPR-0002(143), "Effects of Altering Speed Limits on
Speed and Accidents"]
Completed TAC Member Not named
TAC Member Charles E. Dougan
TAC Member Eric C. Lohrey
HPR-0002(145), "Expert Systems for Highway Applications"
[Formerly SPR-2(145)]
Completed TAC Member Not named
SPR-2(146), “Testing of Roadside Safety Systems”
[Formerly HPR-0002(146)]
Completed TAC Member Dionysia F. Oliveira
SPR-2
(
147
)
, "Disposal of Waste From Hi
g
hwa
y
Materials Testin
g
Laboratories"
[Formerly, HPR-0002(147)]
Completed TAC Member Not named
SPR-2(150), “Design, Construction and Rehabilitation of
Continuously Reinforced Concrete Pavements (CRCP)”
[Formerly HPR-0002(150)]
Completed TAC Member Colleen A. Kissane
SPR-2(154), "Effectiveness of Demand Management Strategies"
[Formerly HPR-0002(154)]
Completed TAC Member Not named
SPR-2(156), "A Guide for Establishing Speed Limits on Public
Highways"
[Formerly HPR-0002(156)]
Completed TAC Member Not named
Completed
SPR-2(144), "Testing of Large and Small Sign Supports"
[Formerly HPR-0002(144)]
Transportation Pooled Fund (TPF) Projects
230
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
SPR-2
(
158
)
, “Evaluation of Rec
y
cled Materials for Roadside
Appurtenances”
[
Formerl
y
HPR-0002
(
158
)]
Completed TAC Member Dionysia F. Oliveira
SPR-2(162), "Revised Planning Methodology for Signalized
Intersections and Operational Analysis of Exclusive Left Turn
Lanes"
[Formerly HPR-0002(162)]
Completed TAC Member Not named
SPR-2(163), “Calcium Magnesium Acetate (CMA) at Lower
Production Cost”
[Formerly HPR-0002(163)]
Completed TAC Member Eric C. Lohrey
SPR-2(164), “Development of a Thrie Beam Bullnose Median
Barrier Terminal”
[Formerly HPR-0002(164)]
[Incorporated into SPR-3(017)]
Completed TAC Member Dionysia F. Oliveira
SPR-2(165), “Updating Existing AASHTO ‘Guide Specifications
for Horizontally Curved Highway Bridges, 1980’”
[Formerly HPR-0002(165)]
Completed TAC Member Robert G. Lauzon
SPR-2(166), “Performance Evaluation of Crumb-Rubber Modified
(CRM) Asphalt Pavements”
[Formerly HPR-0002(166)]
Completed TAC Member Donald A. Larsen
SPR-2(167), “Development of Anti-Icing Treatments”
[Formerly HPR-0002(167)]
Completed TAC Member Not named
SPR-2(171), "Predicting HOV Facility Demand"
[Formerly SPR-0002(171)]
Completed TAC Member Not named
SPR-2(172), “Aerial Platform System for Bridge Inspection
(Phase II)”
[Formerly SPR-0002(171)]
Completed TAC member Joseph C. Kozlowski
SPR-2(176), “Validation of SHRP Asphalt and Asphalt Mixture
Specifications Using Accelerated Loading”
[Formerly SPR-0002(176)]
Completed TAC Member Nelio J. Rodrigues
SPR-2(181), “National Vehicle Detector Test Center”
[Formerly SPR-0002(181)]
Completed TAC Member Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
SPR-2(182), “Development and Validation of Traffic Data Editing
Procedures (TDEP)”
[Formerly SPR-0002(182)]
Completed TAC Member Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
SPR-2(184), “Long Term Monitoring of Mitigating Corrosion
Measures”
[Formerly SPR-0002(184), “Field Evaluation of Corrosion
Inhibitors for Concrete”]
Completed TAC Member Andrew J. Mroczkowski
SPR-2(199), “Optimal Acceptance Procedures for Statistical
Construction Specifications”
[Formerly SPR-0002(199)]
Completed TAC Member Steven A. Gage
SPR-2(203), “Truck/Pavement Economic Modeling and In-Situ
Field Testing Data Analysis Applications”
[Formerly SPR-0002(203)]
Completed TAC Member David J. Kilpatrick
SPR-2(207), “Transportation Management Center Pooled Fund
Study (TMC PFS)”
[Formerly SPR-0002(207)]
[SPR-2(207) is TPF-5(052) for the Wahsington Department of
Transportation only.]
Active TAC Member Harold J. Decker, Jr.
Transportation Pooled Fund (TPF) Projects (continued)
231
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
SPR-2(208), “Pavement Subgrade Performance Study”
[Formerly SPR-0002(208)]
Active TAC Member Leo L. Fontaine
SPR-2(211), “Bulk Specific Gravity Round Robin Using the
Corelok Vacuum Sealing Device”
[Formerly SPR-0002(211)]
Completed TAC Member James M. Mahoney
SPR-2(800), “SHRP Implementation of Asphalt Test Equipment”
[Formerly HPR-0002(800)]
Completed TAC Member James M. Sime
SPR-3(017), “Midwest States Pooled Fund Crash Test Program”
[Formerly SPR-0003(017)]
Active TAC Member Dionysia F. Oliveira
SPR-3(022), “Tidal and Coastal Hydraulics – Phases 1, 2 & 3”
[Formerly SPR-0003(022)]
Completed TAC Member Michael E. Hogan
Policy Committee Member Comr. Joseph F. Marie
Advisory Committee Member James M. Sime
Advisory Committee Member
and Lead Engineer Dionysia F. Oliveira
SPR-3(031), “Reusable Truck Mounted Attenuator”
[Formerly SPR-0003(031)]
Completed TAC Member Dionysia F. Oliveira
SPR-3(035), “Travel Model Improvement Program”
[Formerly SPR-0003(035)]
Completed TAC Member Not named
SPR-3(041), “New England Transportation Technician
Certification Program (NETTCP) – Course Development”
[Formerly SPR-0003(041)]
Completed TAC Member Keith R. Lane
SPR-3(043), "Development of a Self-Restoring Impact Attenuator”
[Formerly SPR-0003(043), "Development of a New Guardrail End
Treatment – Phase II"]
Completed TAC Member Dionysia F. Oliveira
SPR-3(050), “New England Traffic Monitoring System”
[Formerly SPR-0003(050)]
Completed TAC Member Joseph T. Cristalli, Jr.
SPR-3(052), “Procedures for the Evaluation of Sheet Membrane
Waterproofing”
[Formerly SPR-0003(052)]
Completed TAC Member Dionysia F. Oliveira
SPR-3(056), “Superpave Implementation Support – The
Northeast Superpave Center (NECEPT)”
[Formerly SPR-0003(056)]
Completed TAC Member Keith R. Lane
SPR-3(058), “Crash Testing – Weak Post System – Phase II”
[Formerly SPR-0003(058)]
Completed TAC Member Dionysia F. Oliveira
SPR-3(071), “A New Approach to Assessing Road User
Charges”
[Formerly SPR-0003(071)]
Completed TAC Member Charles S. Barone
SPR-3(081), “High-Speed Electromagnetic Roadway Mapping
and Evaluation System (HERMES II)”
[Formerly SPR-0003(081)]
Completed TAC Member Eric G. Feldblum
SPR-3(082), “Evaluation of PQI”
[Formerly SPR-0003(082), “Evaluation of the Next Generation
Pavement Quality Indicator (PQI) Device”]
Completed TAC Member Donald A. Larsen
Transportation Pooled Fund (TPF) Projects (continued)
SPR-3(029), “New England Transportation Consortium (NETC):
1995-1999”
[Formerly SPR-0003(029)]
Active
232
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
SPR-3(084), “Use of Dynamic Modulus (E*) in Hot-Mix Asphalt
Designs”
[Formerly SPR-0003(084)]
Completed TAC Member James M. Sime
Policy Committee Member Comr. Joseph F. Marie
Advisory Committee Member James M. Sime
Advisory Committee Member
and Lead Engineer Dionysia F. Oliveira
TPF-5(002), “Updating ‘A Guide to Standardized Highway
Lighting Pole Hardware”
[Formerly SPR-0003(103)]
Active TAC Member Jon Andrews
TPF-5
(
004
)
, “Lon
g
Term Pavement Performance
(
LTPP
)
Specific
Pavements Study (SPS) Traffic Data Collection”
[Formerly SPR-0002(217), “LTPP Specific Pavements Study
(SPS) Traffic Data Collection”]
Active TAC Member Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
TPF-5(008), “Development of Computer Based Training (CBT)
Lessons”
[Formerly SPR-2(183)]
Completed TAC Member James M. Sime
TPF-5(009), “Computer-Based, Self-Operating Training System
on Anti-Icing/Road Weather Information Systems (AI/RWIS)”
[Formerly SPR-0003(104)]
Active TAC Member George E. Carbonell
TAC Member Leo L. Fontaine
TAC Member David J. Kilpatrick
TPF-5(016), “Micropile Systems for Highway Bridges” Completed TAC Member Leo L. Fontaine
TPF-5(019), “Full Scale Accelerated Performance Testing for
Superpave and Structural Validation” Active TAC Member Edgardo D. Block
TPF-5(024), “Next Generation Retro-Reflective Beads for Traffic
Paints” Completed TAC Member John P. Carey
TPF-5(026), “Durability of Segmented Retaining Wall Blocks”
[Formerly SPR-0002(218)]
Completed TAC Member Robert G. Lauzon
TPF-5(036), "Transportation Asset Management Research
Program" Active TAC Member Colleen A. Kissane
TPF-5(038), “Automated Geotechnical Information and Design
System (AGIDS)” Completed TAC Member Leo L. Fontaine
TPF-5(045), "Performance Guidelines for the Selection of Hot-
Pour Crack Sealants" Active TAC Member Charles A. Drda
TPF-5(046), “Transportation Curriculum Coordination Council
(TCCC) Training Management and Development” Completed TAC Member Cheryl L. Malerba
TPF-5(062), "Coordination of Pavement Activities in the
Northeast" Completed TAC Member Keith R. Lane
TPF-5(063), "Improving the Quality of Pavement Profiler
Measurement" Active TAC Member David J. Kilpatrick
TP5-5(068), "Long-Term Maintenance of Load and Resistance
Factor Design Specifications" Active TAC Member
TBD
(Formerly Gordon D.
Barton)
TPF-5(069), "Core Program Services for a Highway Research,
Development, and Technology Program: FFY 2003-2005 (TRB
FY 2004-2006)"
[Formerly, TPF-5(069), "Core Program Services for a Highway
Research, Development, and Technology Program: 2004-2006"]
Completed TAC Member James M. Sime
TPF-5(073), "Portable Non-Intrusive Technologies (PNIT)" Completed TAC Member Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
TPF-5(074), "Evaluation of Pre-Stressed Losses in Long-Span
Post-Tensioned Bridges" Active TAC Member Paul F. D'Attilio
TPF-5(076), “Development of Geotechnical
Procedures/Operations Manual” Completed TAC Member Leo L. Fontaine
TPF-5(080), “Investigation of Low Temperature Cracking in
Asphalt Pavements” Completed TAC Member David J. Kilpatrick
TPF-5(088), “NDE/NDT for Highways and Bridges” Active TAC Member David J. Kilpatrick
TPF-5(096), “Validation of NDT Results for Condition
Assessment of Rock Reinforcements” Completed TAC Member Leo L. Fontaine
TAC Member John F. Carey
TAC Member Joseph P. Ouellette
Transportation Pooled Fund (TPF) Projects (continued)
Completed
Active
ActiveTPF-5(099), “Evaluation of Low Cost Safety Improvements”
TPF-5(010), “Structural Improvements of Flexible Pavements
Using Geosynthetics for Base Course Reinforcement”
SPR-3(089), “New England Transportation Consortium (NETC):
2000-2006”
[Formerly SPR-0003(089)]
233
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
TPF-5(100), “Deicer Scaling Resistance of Concrete Pavements,
Bridge Decks and Other Structures Containing Slag Cement” Completed TAC Member John W. Henault
TPF-5(105), "Transportation Library Connectivity" Active TAC Member Betty S. Ambler
TPF-5(107), "Refinement and Field Validation of Mix Design
Criteria for 4.75 mm Superpave Mixes" Completed TAC Member Nelio J. Rodrigues
TPF-5(109), "Core Program Services for a Highway Research,
Development and Technology Program: FFY 2006-2008 (TRB
FY 2007-2009)"
[Formerly, TPF-5(109), "Core Program Services for a Highway
Research, Development and Technology Program: 2007-2009"]
Active TAC Member James M. Sime
TPF-5(111), "Development of Standards for Geotechnical
Management Systems" Active TAC Member Leo L. Fontaine
TPF-5(120), "Deer Vehicle Crash Information and Research
(DVCIR) Center Pooled Fund Study" Active TAC Member Scott C. Williams
TPF-5(132), "Investigation of Low Temperature Cracking in
Asphalt Pavements – Phase II (MNRoad Study)" Active TAC Member David J. Kilpatrick
TPF-5(141), "Pavement Surface Properties Consortium: A
Research Program" Active TAC Member John W. Henault
TPF-5(146), "Evaluation of Modified Performance Grade Binders
in Thin Lift Maintenance Mixes, Surface Mix and a Reflective
Crack Relief Layer Mix"
Active TAC Member Nelio J. Rodrigues
TAC Member Charles S. Barone
Planning Contact Donna L. Weaver
Policy Committee Member Comr. Joseph F. Marie
Advisory Committee Member James M. Sime
Advisory Committee Member
and Lead Engineer Dionysia F. Oliveira
TPF-5(171), "Evaluation of Non Intrusive Traffic Detection
Technologies (Phase III)" Active TAC Member Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
TPF-5(178), "Implementation of the Asphalt Mixture Performance
Tester (AMPT) for Superpave Validation" Active TAC Member Eric D. Jackson
TPF-5(192), "Loop and Length Based Classification Pooled
Fund" Active TAC Member Anne-Marie H. McDonnell
TPF-5(195), "Core Program Services for a Highway RD&T
Program - FFY 2009 (TRB FY 2010)" Active TAC Member James M. Sime
TAC Member Colleen A. Kissane
Alternate TAC Member Donald A. Larsen
Policy Committee Member Comr. Joseph F. Marie
Advisory Committee Member James M. Sime
Advisory Committee Member
and Lead Engineer Dionysia F. Oliveira
TPF-5(220), "Accommodating Oversize/Overweight Vehicles at
Roundabouts" Active TAC Member William W. Britnell
Policy Committee Member Comr. Joseph F. Marie
Advisory Committee Member James M. Sime
Advisory Committee Member
and Lead Engineer Dionysia F. Oliveira
TPF-5(408), "National Cooperative Highway Research Project -
FY2008" Active TAC Member James M. Sime
TPF-5(409), "National Cooperative Highway Research Project -
FY2009" Active TAC Member James M. Sime
TPF-5(410), "National Cooperative Highway Research Project -
FY2010" Active TAC Member James M. Sime
Solicitation Number 924, "One Coat Paint System for a Lifetime
of Corrosion Protection on New Steel Bridges" Withdrawn TAC Member David J. Kilpatrick
Solicitation Number 1076, "Conversion of Geometric Training
Series to English Units and Web-Based Training"
[Funds have been pledged to the Solicitation No. 1076 precursor
project: SPR-2(183), “Development of Computer-Based and
Web-Based Training (CBT & WBT) Lessons.”
Withdrawn TAC Member James M. Sime
Solicitation Number 1156, "Internal Curing of Concrete Bridge
Decks - Demonstration of Early Age Crack Mitigation and
Evaluation of Enhanced Freeze-Thaw Performance"
Withdrawn TAC Member John W. Henault
Transportation Pooled Fund (TPF) Projects (continued)
ActiveTPF-5(196), "2009 National Asset Management Conference"
ActiveTPF-5(201), "New England Transportation Consortium (V)"
TPF-5(168), “New England Transportation Consortium (NETC)
IV: 2007+” Completed
Active
Transportation Pooled Fund (TPF) Projects (continued)
TPF-5(154), "Census Transportation Planning Products (CTPP)
From the American Community Survey"
TPF-5(222), “New England Transportation Consortium (VI)” Active
234
Project/Committee/Program Project/Committee/Program
Status Type of Assignment Person(s)
PART P
Personnel Assignments to Research Committees
FY10
Solicitation Number 1267, "Demonstration and Purchase of PG
Binder Testing Equipment" Proposed TAC Member Ravi V. Chandran
Solicitation Number TBD, "Core Program Services for a Highway
RD&T Program - FFY 2010 (TRB FY 2011)" Proposed TAC Member James M. Sime
Solicitation Number TBD, "Core Program Services for a Highway
RD&T Program - FFY 2011 (TRB FY 2012)" Proposed TAC Member James M. Sime
Solicitation Number TBD, "Core Program Services for a Highway
RD&T Program - FFY 2012 (TRB FY 2013)" Proposed TAC Member James M. Sime
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Project
Number
Project Title Date of Issue Trading Card Title
R.P. 170-1884 CT Transit Demonstration and Evaluation of Hybrid Diesel Electric
Transit Buses
July 2005 Hybrid Bus
R.P. 92-616 CASE-CT Study: "A Study of the Feasibility of Utilizing Fuel Cells to
Generate Power for the New Haven Rail Line
September 2007 New Haven Rail Line - Fuel Cell Feasibility Study
SPR Part 1
Photolog Task
Connecticut Department of Transportation Photolog Program January 2005 Photolog DigitalHIWAY Big Picture Support
SPR-0222 CASE-CT Study: A Study of Railcar Lavatories and Waste
Management Systems
July 2005 Railcar Lavatories
SPR-1417 Friction Testing and Safety Evaluation Services January 2008 Friction Testing and Safety Evaluation
SPR-2107 Management - New England Transportation Consortium (NETC) December 2008 New England Transportation Consortium (NETC)
SPR-2108 LTPP (Long-Term Pavement Performance) Coordination in
Connecticut
January 2008 FHWA - LTPP Activities in Connecticut
SPR-2216 "350" Crash Testing of Connecticut Impact-Attentuation Systems May 2005 CIAS - Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System
SPR-2216 "350" Crash Testing of Connecticut Impact-Attentuation Systems May 2005 CTMA - Connecticut Truck-Mounted Attenuator
SPR-2216 "350" Crash Testing of Connecticut Impact-Attentuation Systems May 2005 NCIAS - Narrow Connecticut Impact-Attenuation System
SPR-2217 Monitoring of Highway Bridges in Connecticut January 2008 Bridge Monitoring Network in Connecticut
SPR-2222 Development of Guidelines for Reduction of Temperature Differential
Damage (TDD) for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavement Projects in Connecticut
January 2006 Thermal Imaging of HMA Pavement in CT
SPR-2223 Evaluation of Alternative Fuel Light Trucks and Automobiles January 2008 Evaluation of Nickel Cadmium Battery Electric Vehicles
SPR-2228 Implementation of Personal Digital Assistants (PDA) Devices for
Superpave Field Data Collection
July 2005 Superpave "Paperless" Field Lab
SPR-2231 Feasibility of Streaming Media for Transportation Research and
Implementation
January 2007 Webcasts & Video-on-Demand
SPR-2233 Alternative Merge Signs at Signalized Intersections May 2005 Alternative Merge Sign
SPR-2236 New Technologies for Photolog Image and Data Acquisition January 2007 ConnDOT High Definition Photolog
SPR-2243 Enhancements to ConnDOT's Pavement Friction Testing Program January 2008 Friction Testing Enhancements
SPR-2243 Enhancements to ConnDOT's Pavement Friction Testing Program January 2010 Pavement Friction Testing in CT: Historical Overview - TRB
Paper 10-0426
SPR-2244 Assessing ConnDOT's Portland Cement Concrete Testing Methods January 2006 Assessing ConnDOT's Concrete Testing Methods
SPR-2247 CASE-CT Study: Hydrogen Fueled Transportation in Connecticut January 2007 Hydrogen-Fueled Transportation
Connecticut Department of Transportation Research Trading Cards
PART Q
FY10
236
Project
Number
Project Title Date of Issue Trading Card Title
Connecticut Department of Transportation Research Trading Cards
PART Q
FY10
SPR-2255 Self-Consolidating and No-Slump Concretes: A Synthesis of Research
Findings and Best Practices
December 2008 Synthesis: Self-Consolidatng & No-Slump Concrete
SPR-2256 Expansion and Refinement of a Bridge Monitoring Network in
Connecticut January 2010 ConnDOT Bridge Monitoring
SPR-2259 Field Evaluation of a Cold-in-Place Recycled Pavement Base Overlaid
with Hot Mix Asphalt (I-395)
December 2008 Evaluation of Cold In-Place Recycled Base
SPR-2259 Field Evaluation of a Cold-in-Place Recycled Pavement Base Overlaid
with Hot Mix Asphalt (I-395)
January 2010 Assessing Pavement Rehabilitation with Photolog Data - TRB
Paper 10-0163
SPR-2260 Digital Preservation of a Highway Photolog Film Archive in Connecticut January 2010 ConnDOT Photolog Image Preservation
SPR-2262 Water-Quality Monitoring and Assessment Due to Addition of a Lane
on a Divided Highway in Southeastern Connecticut
January 2010
SPR-2265 Development and Evaluation of a Dual Purpose Bridge Health
Monitoring and Weigh-in-Motion System for a Steel Birder Bridge
January 2010 Development and Evaluation of a Dual-Purpose Bridge Health
Monitoring & Weigh-in-Motion System
SPR-2306 Installation and Evaluation of a Weigh-In-Motion System Utilizing
Quartz-Piezo Sensor Technology
January 2008 Weigh-In-Motion (WIM) Studies
TRB Paper No.
05-1299
Evaluation of Safety Benefits and Potential Crash Migration Due to
Shoulder Rumble Strip Installation on Freeways in Connecticut
January 2005 Shoulder Rumble Strips
TRB Paper No.
09-1099
The 2008 Transportation Design Challenge for Connecticut High
School & Middle School Students
December 2008 2008 Transportation Design Challenge for Connecticut High
School & Middle School Students
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PART Q
Connecticut Department of Transportation Research Trading Cards
FY10
238
R.P.170‐1884,"CTTRANSITDemonstrationandEvaluation
ofHybridDieselElectricTransitBuses"
July2005
R.P.92‐616,CASE‐CTStudy:"AStudyoftheFeasibilityof
UtilizingFuelCellstoGeneratePowerfortheNewHaven
RailLine
September2007
SPRPart1PhotologTask,“ConnecticutDepartmentof
TransportationPhotologProgram”
January2005
PART Q
Connecticut Department of Transportation Research Trading Cards
FY10
239
SPR‐0222,CASEStudy:“AStudyofRailcarLavatoriesand
WasteManagementSystems”
July2005
SPR‐1417,“FrictionTestingandSafetyEvaluationServices”
January2008
SPR‐2107,“Management‐NewEnglandTransportation
Consortium(NETC)”
December2008
PART Q
Connecticut Department of Transportation Research Trading Cards
FY10
240
SPR‐2108,“LTPP(Long‐TermPavementPerformance)
CoordinationinConnecticut”
January2008
SPR‐2216,“’350’CrashTestingofConnecticutImpact‐
AttenuationSystems”
May2005
SPR‐2216,“’350’CrashTestingofConnecticutImpact‐
AttenuationSystems”
May2005
PART Q
Connecticut Department of Transportation Research Trading Cards
FY10
241

SPR‐2216,“’350’CrashTestingofConnecticutImpact‐
AttenuationSystems”
May2005
SPR‐2217,“MonitoringofHighwayBridgesinConnecticut”
January2008
SPR‐2222,"DevelopmentandGuidelinesforReductionof
TemperatureDifferentialDamage(TTD)forHotMix
AsphaltPavementProjectsinConnecticut"
January2006
PART Q
Connecticut Department of Transportation Research Trading Cards
FY10
242
SPR‐2223,“EvaluationofAlternativeFuelLightTrucksand
Automobiles”
January2008
SPR‐2228,"ImplementationofPersonalDigitalAssistant
(PDA)DevicesforSuperpaveFieldDataCollection"
July2005
SPR‐2231,“FeasibilityofStreamingMediafor
TransportationResearchandImplementation”
January2007
PART Q
Connecticut Department of Transportation Research Trading Cards
FY10
243
SPR‐2233,“AlternativeMergeSignsatSignalized
Intersections”
May2005
SPR‐2236,“NewTechnologiesforPhotologImageandData
Acquisition”
January2007
SPR‐2243,“EnhancementstoConnDOT’sPavementFriction
TestingProgram”
January2008
PART Q
Connecticut Department of Transportation Research Trading Cards
FY10
244
SPR‐2243,“EnhancementstoConnDOT’sPavementFriction
TestingProgram”
January2010
SPR‐2244,"AssessingConnDOT'sPortlandCement
ConcreteTestingMethods"
January2006
SPR‐2247,CASE‐CTStudy:"HydrogenFueled
TransportationinConnecticut"
January2007
PART Q
Connecticut Department of Transportation Research Trading Cards
FY10
245
SPR‐2255,“Self‐ConsolidatingandNo‐SlumpConcretes:A
SynthesisofResearchFindingsandBestPractice”
December2008
SPR‐2256,"ExpansionandRefinementofaBridge
MonitoringNetworkinConnecticut"
January2010
SPR‐2259,"FieldEvaluationofaCold‐in‐PlaceRecycled
PavementBaseOverlaidwithHotMixAsphalt(I‐395)"
December2008
PART Q
Connecticut Department of Transportation Research Trading Cards
FY10
246
SPR‐2259,"FieldEvaluationofaCold‐in‐PlaceRecycled
PavementBaseOverlaidwithHotMixAsphalt(I‐395)"
January2010
SPR‐2260,"DigitalPreservationofaHighwayPhotologFilm
ArchiveinConnecticut"
January2010
PART Q
Connecticut Department of Transportation Research Trading Cards
FY10
247
SPR‐2262,"Water‐QualityMonitoringandAssessmentDue
toAdditionofaLaneonaDividedHighwayinSoutheastern
Connecticut"
January2010
SPR‐2265,"DevelopmentandEvaluationofaDualPurpose
BridgeHealthMonitoringandWeigh‐in‐MotionSystemfor
aSteelBirderBridge"
January2010
SPR‐2306,“InstallationandEvaluationofaWeigh‐In‐
MotionSystemUtilizingQuartz‐PiezoSensorTechnology”
January2008
PART Q
Connecticut Department of Transportation Research Trading Cards
FY10
248
TRBPaperNo.05‐1299,"EvaluationofSafetyBenefitsand
PotentialCrashMigrationDuetoShoulderRumbleStrip
InstallationonFreewaysinConnecticut"
January2005
TRBPaperNo.09‐1099,"The2008TransportationDesign
ChallengeforConnecticutHighSchool&MiddleSchool
Students"
December2008

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