Attention Motorists: The Bats Have Landed on Our Bridge. (Status: completed, Completed: 1996)
Sponsor(s):
FHWA
To order:
Judy Dakin. Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center (TFHRC), 6300 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101-2296. Tel: 202-493-3192; Email: Judy.dakin@fhwa.dot.gov;
Abstract
This magazine article tells about the well publicized population of Mexican freetail bats that roost between beams under the Congress Avenue Bridge in Austin, TX. It also discusses aspects of bat ecology, their status as endangered and declining species worldwide, and a program established by the Texas DOT (TxDOT) to enhance highway structures as bat habitat. The TxDOT is conducting continuous studies on the bridge and its bat population.
For more information:
Paul Garrett, U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEP-30; 555 Zang St., Room 400, Lakewood, CO 80228. Tel: 303-969-5772 x332; Fax: 303-969-6727; Email: Paul.garrett@fhwa.dot.gov.

Development and Application of an Ecological Linkage Zone Model as a Method to Identify Highway Design and Mitigation Opportunities for Wildlife Crossings. (Status: ongoing, Completed: 1998)
Performer(s):
University of Montana
Sponsor(s):
FHWA
Abstract
The research will examine the characteristics, location, and mapping of ecological zones for movement of animal populations to identify highway design and mitigation opportunities for wildlife crossings.
For more information:
Paul Garrett, U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPN-30; 555 Zang St., Room 400, Lakewood, CO 80228. Tel: 303-969-5772 x332; Fax: 303-969-6727; Email: Paul.garrett@fhwa.dot.gov.

Emerging Issues in Transportation and Water Quality. (Status: completed, Completed: 1996)
Performer(s):
Center for Transportation and the Environment (CTE), NC State Univ.
Sponsor(s):
FHWA
To order:
Patricia Cazenas. U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPN-30, 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. Tel: 202-366-4085; Fax: 202-366-3409; Email: Patricia.cazenas@fhwa.dot.gov;
Abstract
This teleconference was targeted for state transportation environmental officials and other transportation and environmental agency employees who are interested in seeing examples of cooperative efforts in the transportation/water quality issues. The conference began with overviews of water quality issues from representatives of the FHWA and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA). These overviews were followed by two case studies. Representatives from Pennsylvania's transportation and environmental agencies addressed ways in which they worked together to come up with successful strategies for performing bridge maintenance while protecting water quality. Representatives from Oregon's transportation and environmental agencies discussed their attempts to work together to modify the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit process to apply on a watershed basis rather than a population basis. The broadcast was held May 23, 1995, from the Center for Transportation and the Environment at North Carolina State University.

Evaluation and Management of Highway Runoff Water Quality (Water Quality Synthesis). (Status: completed, Completed: 1996)
Performer(s):
GKY & Assoc., Inc.
Sponsor(s):
FHWA; GKY & Assoc., Inc.
To order:
Fred G. Bank. U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPN-30, 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. Tel: 202-366-5004; Fax: 202-366-3409; Email: Fred.bank@fhwa.dot.gov;
Order No.:
Rept. No. FHWA-PD-96-032,
Abstract
This research produced a manual which combines the results of past research on highway runoff and water resources. The single volume manual is useful to highway designers and environmental professionals by presenting the available and appropriate impact prediction and mitigation tools for use during highway project planning and development activities. This manual is a self-contained desk reference for highway practitioners and includes an extensive bibliography.

Management of the Discharge and Quality of Highway Runoff in Karst Areas to Control Impacts to Ground Water. (Status: ongoing, Completed: 1999)
Performer(s):
P.E. LeMoreaux & Assoc., Inc.
Sponsor(s):
FHWA
To order:
Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center (TFHRC), 6300 Georgetown Pike, HRDI-9,
Abstract
This research will develop practical remedial technology for the improvement of the quality of highway runoff in areas dominated by karst terrain. The study consists of laboratory studies and field applications of pollution control technology.
For more information:
Howard Jongedyk, U.S. DOT, FHWA, HNR-20; 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. Tel: 202-493-3077; Fax: 202-493-3086; Email: Howard.jongedyk@fhwa.dot.gov.

National Evaluation of Water Quality Issues for Highway Planning. (Status: completed, Completed: 1995)
Performer(s):
Transportation Research Board (TRB)
Sponsor(s):
FHWA; Transportation Research Board (TRB)
To order:
Fred G. Bank. U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPN-30, 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. Tel: 202-366-5004; Fax: 202-366-3409; Email: Fred.bank@fhwa.dot.gov;
Abstract
Results of past research on highway stormwater runoff are gathered and synthesized into a single-volume user's manual on water quality impact assessment and mitigation. Paper describes the process by which the synthesis was produced and highlights some preliminary results.

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Noxious Weed Database. (Status: completed, Completed: 1997)
Performer(s):
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE), Waterways Experiment Station
Sponsor(s):
FHWA
To order:
Alfred F. Confrancesco, Jr.. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE), Waterways Experiment Station, 3909 Hall Ferry Rd., Vicksburg, MS 39180. Tel: 601-634-3182; Fax: 601-634-2398; Email: confrana@ex1.wes.army.mil;
Abstract
The CD-ROM contains a searchable database or national list of noxious weed species which are important considerations in roadside vegetation management programs. The CD-ROM based application can be used to gain background information on species identification, management, and control strategies. The CD-ROM is part of the COE's Plant Management Information System (PMIS).
For more information:
Bonnie Harper-Lore, U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPN-30; 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. Tel: 612-291-6104; Fax: 612-291-6000; Email: Bonnie.harper-lore@fhwa.dot.gov.

Proceedings of the International Conference on Wildlife Ecology and Transportation (ICOWET) (Feb. 10-12, 1998), Fort Myers, FL. (Status: completed, Completed: 1998)
Performer(s):
Florida Dept. of Transportation (FDOT)
Sponsor(s):
FHWA; Florida Dept. of Transportation (FDOT); Forest Service (FS), U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA)
To order:
Paul Garrett. U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPN-30, 555 Zang St., Room 400, Lakewood, CO 80228. Tel: 303-969-5772 x332; Fax: 303-969-6727; Email: Paul.garrett@fhwa.dot.gov;
Order No.:
Rept. No. FL-ER-69-98,
Abstract
Held February 10 - 12, 1998 in Fort Myers, Florida. This project effort was to sponsor the second in a series of international conferences on the effects of highways on wildlife mortality and habitat function. Support was for the conference and publishing the subsequent proceedings. The proceedings are considered a state-of-the-art reference on highway/wildlife research and associated impact mitigation techniques. The first conference was held April 30 to May 2, 1996, in Orlando, FL.

Proceedings of the Third International Conference on Wildlife Ecology and Transportation (ICOWET) (Sept. 13-16, 1999), Missoula, MT. (Status: completed, Completed: 1999)
Performer(s):
Florida Dept. of Transportation (FDOT)
Sponsor(s):
Florida Dept. of Transportation (FDOT); FHWA; Montana Dept. of Transportation (MDT); Forest Service (FS), U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA)
Abstract
Held September 13 - 16, 1999 in Missoula, Montana. The third of a series of international conferences on the effects of highways on wildlife mortality and habitat function. The first conference was held April 30 - May 2, 1996 in Orlando, Florida. The second one was held February 10 - 12, 1998, in Ft. Myers, Florida.

Texas Aquifer Study Offers Clues to Controlling Highway Runoff. (Status: completed, Completed: 1994)
Performer(s):
FHWA
Sponsor(s):
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA); FHWA
To order:
Ginny Finch. U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPN-1, 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. Tel: 202-366-4258; Fax: 202-366-3409; Email: Ginny.finch@fhwa.dot.gov;
Abstract
This article, which appeared in U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (U.S. EPA) newsletter "Watershed Events," describes a stormwater runoff and water quality study conducted by University of Texas water quality researchers and funded by the Texas Dept. of Transportation (TxDOT). The study examines runoff pollutants under simulated rainfall conditions in the 'sole source' Edwards aquifer, the only underground source for Austin's drinking water. The results of this research can be used to formulate monitoring and mitigation strategies for potential highway impact on the Edwards aquifer in the Austin/San Antonio region. Water quality experts across the Nation have access to a state-of-the-art watershed computer model CHICH can predict both the type and amount of contaminants for a site-specific location.

Transportation and Wildlife: Reducing Wildlife Mortality and Improving Wildlife Passageways across Transportation Corridors / Proceedings of the Florida Department of Transportation/FHWA Transportation-Related Wildlife Mortality Seminar (April 30-May 2, 1996), Orlando, FL. (Status: completed, Completed: 1996)
Performer(s):
Forest Service (FS), U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA)
Sponsor(s):
FHWA
To order:
Paul Garrett. U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPN-30, 555 Zang St., Room 400, Lakewood, CO 80228. Tel: 303-969-5772; Fax: 303-969-6727; Email: Paul.garrett@fhwa.dot.gov;
Order No.:
Rept. No. FHWA-PD-96-041,
Abstract
Held April 30 to May 2, 1996 in Orlando, Florida. This project effort was to sponsor the first of a series of international conferences on the effects of highways on wildlife mortality and habitat function. Support was for the conference and publishing the subsequent proceedings. The proceedings are considered a state-of-the-art reference on highway/wildlife research and associated impact mitigation techniques.

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Ultra-Urban Best Management Practice Assessment and Analysis of Highway Stormwater Runoff (original title)
Stormwater Best Management Practices in an Ultra-Urban Setting: Selection and Monitoring (new title). (Status: ongoing, Completed: 1999)
Performer(s):
Hagler Bailly; Tetra-Tech, Inc.
Sponsor(s):
FHWA
Abstract
The research will compile available literature on ultra-urban best management practices (BMPs) and develop a searchable database on runoff pollution reduction methods suited to limited space application. Included with the database will be a BMP selection criteria and decision support system and appropriate monitoring design and implementation recommendations.
For more information:
Patricia Cazenas, U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPN-30; 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. Tel: 202-366-4085; Fax: 202-366-3409; Email: Patricia.cazenas@fhwa.dot.gov.

Use of Native Plants on Roadsides. (Status: completed, Completed: 1998)
Performer(s):
Versar, Inc.
Sponsor(s):
FHWA
To order:
U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPN-30, 500 Galtier Plaza, 175 Fifth St., East, Email: Bonnie.harper-lore@fhwa.dot.gov;
Abstract
Reference material and background information was gathered for this handbook, such as native-region maps for each State, species information, and botanical contact lists.
For more information:
Bonnie Harper-Lore, U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPN-30; 500 Galtier Plaza, 175 Fifth St., East, St. Paul, MN 55101. Tel: 612-291-6104; Fax: 612-291-6000; Email: Bonnie.harper-lore@fhwa.dot.gov.

Water Quality Research Needs in Transportation. (Status: completed, Completed: 1993)
Performer(s):
FHWA
Sponsor(s):
FHWA
To order:
Fred G. Bank. U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPN-30, 400 Seventh St., SW., Washington, DC 20590. Tel: 202-366-5004; Fax: 202-366-3409; Email: Fred.bank@fhwa.dot.gov;
Abstract
Paper highlights a multiyear program of research envisioned by the FHWA to continue the study of water quality associated with highway stormwater runoff. Paper lists proposed studies to examine runoff constituents, monitoring equipment, best management practices, effects on receiving waters, and area-wide impact assessment. This was presented before the Transportation Research Board (TRB) Committee on Hydraulics, Hydrology, and Water Quality.

Watershed Modeling of Gasoline Oxygenates Used in Transportation. (Status: ongoing, Completed: 1998)
Performer(s):
University of Colorado, Denver
Sponsor(s):
FHWA
Abstract
The research will develop an integrated watershed model that links processes that control the transport and fate of oxygenates such as methyl tertiary butyl ether (MTBE) in the environment.
For more information:
Paul Garrett, U.S. DOT, FHWA, HEPN-30; 555 Zang St., Room 400, Lakewood, CO 80228. Tel: 303-969-5772 x332; Fax: 303-969-6727; Email: Paul.garrett@fhwa.dot.gov.