Building on the Past, Traveling to the Future: A Preservationist's Guide to the ISTEA Transportation Enhancement Provision. (Status: completed, Completed: 1995)
Sponsor(s):
FHWA; National Trust for Historic Preservation
To order:
Megan Betts. National Transportation Enhancements Clearinghouse, 1100-17th St., NW., Washington, DC 20036. Tel: 888-388-6832; Fax: 202-466-3742;
Abstract
A user-friendly guide to transportation enhancement, describing its history, eligible project categories, current requirements, what to expect when applying for funds, and State contact persons. About half of the book describes the wide variety of historic preservation projects completed as part of the transportation enhancement activities of State Departments of Transportation (DOT) and the FHWA. The booklet demonstrates what can be accomplished by State DOTs and local groups and that historic preservation can help revitalize communities and stimulate economic growth. This was developed through a cooperative agreement with the National Trust.
For more information:
Brenda C. Kragh, U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPH-10; 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. Tel: 202-366-2064; Fax: 202-366-3409; Email: Brenda.kragh@fhwa.dot.gov.

Community Impact Mitigation: Case Studies. (Status: completed, Completed: 1998)
Performer(s):
Louis Berger and Assoc., Inc.
Sponsor(s):
FHWA
To order:
Cynthia Williamson. U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPH-1, 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. Tel: 202-366-2051; Fax: 202-366-3409; Email: Cynthia.williamson@fhwa.dot.gov;
Order No.:
Rept. No. FHWA-PD-98-024 HEP-40/5-97(20M)E, NTIS No. PB99111254.
Abstract
The stories of five major projects, with an ultimate focus on community impacts from proposed transportation projects, including community values, impact mitigation, and the process used to achieve "win-win." Each case study has a slightly different focus: (1) East-West Expressway, Durham, NC--community mitigation and enhancement; (2) I-696, Oak Park, MI--community cohesion; (3) Vine Street Expressway, Philadelphia, PA--community preservation; (4) I-90, Seattle, WA--community reconstruction; and (5) I-165, Prichard, AL--community revitalization. A chronology and lessons learned are provided for each case study.
For more information:
Brenda C. Kragh, U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPH-10; 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. Tel: 202-366-2064; Fax: 202-366-3409; Email: Brenda.kragh@fhwa.dot.gov.

Considering Cumulative Impacts Under the NEPA. (Status: completed, Completed: 1997)
Performer(s):
Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ)
Sponsor(s):
Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ); FHWA
To order:
Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Old Executive Office Bldg., Room 360, Washington, DC 20502. Tel: 202-456-6224; Fax: 202-456-2710;
Abstract
This handbook presents the results of research and consultations by the CEQ concerning the consideration of cumulative effects in analyses prepared under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). It introduces this complex issue, outlines general principles and useful steps, and provides information on methods of analysis and data sources. It does not establish new requirements for such analyses. This report is not to be considered as CEQ guidance, nor legally binding. More specifically, it provides a framework for advancing environmental impact analysis by addressing cumulative effects in either an environmental assessment (EA) or an environmental impact statement (EIS). The handbook presents practical methods for addressing coincidental effects (adverse or beneficial) on specific resources, ecosystems, and human communities of all related activities, not just the proposed project or alternatives that initiate the assessment process.
For more information:
Fred Skaer, U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPE-1; 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. Tel: 202-366-2058; Fax: 202-366-7660; Email: Fred.skaer@fhwa.dot.gov.

Evaluate Techniques and Methodologies to Rehabilitate Historic Bridges. (Status: ongoing, Completed: 1999)
Performer(s):
Louis Berger and Assoc., Inc.
Sponsor(s):
FHWA
Abstract
This is a collection of environmental processes and practices that could result in the rehabilitation of historic bridges. This information will be useful as a resource for those seeking to rehabilitate historic bridges.
For more information:
Bruce Eberle, U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPH-20; 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. Tel: 202-366-2060; Fax: 202-366-3409; Email: Bruce.eberle@fhwa.dot.gov.

Participate in Archeology. (Status: completed, Completed: 1994)
Performer(s):
National Park Service (NPS), U.S. Dept. of the Interior (U.S. DOI)
Sponsor(s):
Bureau of Land Management (BLM), U.S. Dept. of the Interior (U.S. DOI); Bureau of Reclamation (BR), U.S. Dept. of the Interior (U.S. DOI); U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA); U.S. Dept. of the Army (U.S.
To order:
Cynthia Williamson. U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPH-1, 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. Tel: 202-366-2051; Fax: 202-366-3409; Email: Cynthia.williamson@fhwa.dot.gov;
Abstract
Archeological sites are both fragile and irreplaceable and are important to our understanding of our nation's heritage. This brochure provides information about how individuals can participate in archeology through reading, visiting museums, visiting field investigations or even participating in actual field work. State DOTs are identified as contacts for more information.
For more information:
Bruce Eberle, U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPH-20; 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. Tel: 202-366-2060; Fax: 202-366-3409; Email: Bruce.eberle@fhwa.dot.gov.