One FDOT
Research Center Spotlight
With FDOT Research Center Manager Darryll Dockstader
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Aviation: Seaplane bases and Heliports
With FDOT Airport Planning Manager Nick Harwell
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Office of Environmental Management
With FDOT Office of Environmental Management Director Jason Watts
Established more than 40 years ago, FDOT’s Office of Environmental Management establishes procedures and guidelines used consistently by projects throughout the state to ensure environmental considerations are balanced with transportation needs. The office also works closely with the state and federal agencies to ensure Florida’s environment is part of each project from start to finish. I encourage you to take a moment to watch and learn about how FDOT’s Office of Environmental Management is preserving the quality of the environment and communities while preparing Florida for the future.
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National Engineers Week
Engineers Spotlight
For nearly 70 years, National Engineers Week has focused on increasing public awareness of careers in the engineering and technology fields and the contributions engineers make to society Through the expertise and continuous dedication of FDOT’s engineers, Florida continues to be a leader in transportation throughout the country.
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Construction Office
With FDOT Office of Construction Director Dan Hurtado
With more than 500 active construction projects being carried out throughout the state, FDOT’s Office of Construction supports district offices to ensure these projects are completed in a timely and efficient manner. In addition, the Office of Construction works with industry partners, universities and other states to deliver cost-effective construction projects.
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State Materials Office - Accelerated Pavement Testing
State Materials Office Spotlight
As our state continues to grow, it is essential that the department prepares for Florida’s future. One way FDOT’s State Materials Office is helping the department build the transportation system for the future is through their accelerated pavement testing program. This crucial testing program allows FDOT to incorporate cost-effective materials and techniques that provide the safest driving experience while extending the longevity of Florida’s roadways.
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Traffic Engineering and Operations Office
With Trey Tillander, FDOT Director of Traffic Engineering & Operations
The Traffic Engineering and Operations Office works hard each day to
help FDOT continue to provide a safe, well-planned transportation
network with the mission of being congestion and fatality-free. This
office assists residents and
visitors during day-to-day travel, keeps them in
the know during evacuations, deploys Road Ranger Service Patrols to
help motorists in need, and is preparing Florida for the future by being
involved in the implementation of connected
and autonomous vehicle (CAV) deployments.
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Seaport Office
With Ray Corbitt, FDOT District 3 Rail & Seaport Coordinator
Florida is home to 15 publicly owned deepwater seaports, which
provide essential cargo handling services to support the operations of
businesses and subtropical lifestyles of residents and visitors. The
Florida Department of Transportation’s
Seaport team works with Florida's deepwater
seaports to collaborate on planning and funding strategic seaport
projects. FDOT’s Seaport team works hard behind the scenes so that the
department can make crucial investments
in seaport infrastructure and keep Florida
moving.
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Emergency Management Office
With Irene Cabral, FDOT Emergency Coordination Officer
The Emergency Management Office's purpose is to help the department prepare for, respond to, recover from and mitigate against natural disasters and other emergencies affecting the agency and Florida's intermodal transportation systems. During emergency events, FDOT’s Emergency Management Office is on call 24/7 to receive and relay critical information from the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) and partners with agencies in regard to incidents impacting the state’s transportation system. The Central Office team works closely with District resources and responses to recover from all impacts.
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Public Transit Office
Public Transit Office Spotlight
The dedicated men and women in the FDOT Public Transit Office work each day to provide reliable, safe, and cost-effective access to those who live in and visit Florida. From commuter rail systems such as SunRail to the new autonomous shuttles in Lake Nona to buses throughout the state, transit plays an essential role in Florida’s transportation system and here at the department.
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State Materials Office - Asphalt
State Materials Office Spotlight
The State Materials Office has been a nationally and internationally recognized leader in materials testing and research for the Florida Department of Transportation for over 70 years. The department relies on our experts in the State Materials Office to provide their technical expertise statewide to the Design, Construction and Maintenance divisions of FDOT. This office is responsible for creating the specifications, policies and procedures that regulate the approval and acceptance of all materials used in FDOT road and bridge construction.
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Research Spotlight
With Raj Ponnaluri, Connected Vehicles and Arterial Management Engineer
Connected Vehicles and Arterial Management Engineer Raj Ponnaluri
talks about the role FDOT’s Research Center plays in the development of
emerging technologies in the transportation industry.
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Aviation Office Spotlight
With FDOT Airport Planning Manager Nick Hartwell
Airport Planning Manager Nick Harwell talks about the role FDOT’s Aviation Office plays in Florida’s aviation industry.
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