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Report Card for America’s Infrastructure

Legislative Fly-In takes investment message to the Hill: What's your infrastructure story?

When 200 ASCE members gathered in the nation’s capital this week for...

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Infrastructure’s upward momentum reflected in report card

Money flowing into U.S. infrastructure since 2021 helped bring a C grade...

ASCE report card release owns the news cycle, drives infrastructure conversation

The world woke up Tuesday morning to find civil engineers dominating the news cycle.

5 key takeaways from the ‘2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure’

The all-time best C cumulative grade is a good indicator that the...

Infrastructure report card numbers are telling; what do they say about your sector?

It’s the best-ever overall grade, but that C barely scratches the surface.

2025 Report Card emphasizes need for sustained investment

The 2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure gave the U.S. an overall...

Empowering energy infrastructure for tomorrow

In this ASCE Interchange Live, Michael Miller, vice president of engineering services...

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27 years ago, ASCE’s first Report Card for America’s Infrastructure was a game-changer

As it was being conceived, the "1998 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure"...

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From halls of Congress to living room couches, infrastructure report card resonates

A massive infrastructure funding law came on the heels of the 2021 report card.

How ASCE’s infrastructure report card gets made

Team members gladly expend time, energy, and brain cells for the greater good.

Legislative Fly-In takes investment message to the Hill: What's your infrastructure story?

When 200 ASCE members gathered in the nation’s capital this week for...

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ASCE report card release owns the news cycle, drives infrastructure conversation

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Empowering energy infrastructure for tomorrow

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As it was being conceived, the "1998 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure"...

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A massive infrastructure funding law came on the heels of the 2021 report card.

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Team members gladly expend time, energy, and brain cells for the greater good.

Legislative Fly-In takes investment message to the Hill: What's your infrastructure story?

When 200 ASCE members gathered in the nation’s capital this week for...

Infrastructure’s upward momentum reflected in report card

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ASCE has honored Halil Ceylan with the 2025 Francis C. Turner Award.

2025 Report Card emphasizes need for sustained investment

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ASCE stands up for research, essential federal agencies

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ASCE board works to stay ahead of ever-changing 2025 civil engineering landscape

The ever-changing civil engineering landscape of 2025 demands new ideas and new...

5 key takeaways from the ‘2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure’

The all-time best C cumulative grade is a good indicator that the...

Pendyala recognized with Frank M. Masters Transportation Engineering Award

ASCE has honored Ram Pendyala with the 2025 Frank M. Masters Transportation...

ASCE honors Ceylan with Francis C. Turner Award

ASCE has honored Halil Ceylan with the 2025 Francis C. Turner Award.

2025 Report Card emphasizes need for sustained investment

The 2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure gave the U.S. an overall...

ASCE stands up for research, essential federal agencies

ASCE joined with fellow Founder Societies to send a letter to Congressional...

Long recognized as new ASCE fellow

Xiaoyan Long has been named a fellow by the ASCE Board of Direction.

Al-Hussein earns ASCE fellow honors

Mohamed Al-Hussein has been named a fellow by the ASCE Board of Direction.

ASCE recognizes Lee with fellow status

SangHyun Lee has been named a fellow by the ASCE Board of Direction.

Your vote is your voice

With ASCE Election season nearly here (voting opens May 1), Isamar Escobar...

ASCE board works to stay ahead of ever-changing 2025 civil engineering landscape

The ever-changing civil engineering landscape of 2025 demands new ideas and new...

5 key takeaways from the ‘2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure’

The all-time best C cumulative grade is a good indicator that the...

Pendyala recognized with Frank M. Masters Transportation Engineering Award

ASCE has honored Ram Pendyala with the 2025 Frank M. Masters Transportation...

ASCE honors Ceylan with Francis C. Turner Award

ASCE has honored Halil Ceylan with the 2025 Francis C. Turner Award.

2025 Report Card emphasizes need for sustained investment

The 2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure gave the U.S. an overall...

Technical notes

Tapping anaerobic digestion’s potential as a renewable energy source

Researchers develop an efficient method to compare ways wastewater facilities’ biosolids can...

Understanding variations in bridge clearance for massive Panamax ships

Newer technologies including GPS and global navigation satellite systems are tested to...

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Innovative strategies for accurate construction cost forecasting

Here are clues to look for that will improve your ability to...

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Improve railway safety with new way to analyze track conditions

Find out where train track maintenance is most needed by aggregating inspection...

Can water treatment plant sludge be recycled into a shield from gamma radiation?

The sludge shows promise as a sustainable, efficient alternative construction material to...

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Option contracts improve urban water security in drought conditions

This flexible measure allows a water transfer under certain circumstances from one...

Predict pavement conditions on a budget using datasets and AI

Researchers show how combining openly available datasets with artificial intelligence can help...

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Which brick pattern makes for a stronger wall?

Load-bearing tests push the limits of various brick walls with running bond...

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3 concrete repair mortars compared for adherence, durability

Traditional portland, polymer, and polyurethane cement blend mortars are tested for bonding...

Evaluating the potential of drones to monitor road conditions

Studies show the benefits of using drones to examine pavement and other...

Tapping anaerobic digestion’s potential as a renewable energy source

Researchers develop an efficient method to compare ways wastewater facilities’ biosolids can...

Understanding variations in bridge clearance for massive Panamax ships

Newer technologies including GPS and global navigation satellite systems are tested to...

Innovative strategies for accurate construction cost forecasting

Here are clues to look for that will improve your ability to...

Improve railway safety with new way to analyze track conditions

Find out where train track maintenance is most needed by aggregating inspection...

Can water treatment plant sludge be recycled into a shield from gamma radiation?

The sludge shows promise as a sustainable, efficient alternative construction material to...

Option contracts improve urban water security in drought conditions

This flexible measure allows a water transfer under certain circumstances from one...

Predict pavement conditions on a budget using datasets and AI

Researchers show how combining openly available datasets with artificial intelligence can help...

Which brick pattern makes for a stronger wall?

Load-bearing tests push the limits of various brick walls with running bond...

3 concrete repair mortars compared for adherence, durability

Traditional portland, polymer, and polyurethane cement blend mortars are tested for bonding...

Evaluating the potential of drones to monitor road conditions

Studies show the benefits of using drones to examine pavement and other...

Tapping anaerobic digestion’s potential as a renewable energy source

Researchers develop an efficient method to compare ways wastewater facilities’ biosolids can...

Understanding variations in bridge clearance for massive Panamax ships

Newer technologies including GPS and global navigation satellite systems are tested to...

Innovative strategies for accurate construction cost forecasting

Here are clues to look for that will improve your ability to...

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Curiosity rover finds iron-rich carbonates on Mars – a major clue that the red planet used to be habitable.
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New research suggests that the largest cosmic structure is even bigger and closer to Earth than we knew, a finding that goes against scientists’ models of cosmic evolution.

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As civil engineers, it’s up to us to create a more sustainable, resilient world.

On the 55th anniversary of #EarthDay, explore how nature-based solutions can safeguard communities, protect the natural environment & foster a more prosperous planet: go.asce.org/4loylXw.

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The 1st railroad bridge across the Mississippi River opened #OTD in 1856.
The 1,582-foot-long Rock Island Bridge played an important role in constructing the Transcontinental Railroad before it was replaced in 1866. https://t.co/bEy5eKGSIZ

21 Apr 2025

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What’s the best way to shape the future?

Isamar Escobar, an ASCE younger member and member of the Board of Direction, joins #ASCEPlotPoints to discuss community engagement, how it has helped her & why voting in the upcoming Society election is important: go.asce.org/43YJR5M/.

17 Apr 2025

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According to recent research, combining openly available datasets with artificial intelligence can help communities affordably forecast pavement conditions.

How can it enhance resiliency and equity? @ASCEPublishing go.asce.org/4jb8pNE

16 Apr 2025

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Evolving the existing risk culture into a formal program should improve client satisfaction, reduce claims and improve the profits of the consulting firm.

Read the 3 key steps for establishing a risk mitigation program: go.asce.org/4imrv1Y.

22 Apr 2025

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“Civil engineering is not all about math; it’s not all about wearing a helmet and working in the field. There is so much we do to serve the public. We serve the people.”

Inspired by her upbringing in Zimbabwe, the loss of her father, and a desire to help others, Rumbidzai Mureru has found a home in both the U.S. and civil engineering. Learn more about the 2025 ASCE New Face of Civil Engineering: https://t.co/vlfE9vLHlH.

18 Apr 2025

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Construction began on the iconic Space Needle #OTD in 1961. When it opened just over a year later as the centerpiece for the 1962 World’s Fair, the 605-foot-tall observation tower was the tallest structure west of the Mississippi River.

Before you see the iconic addition to Seattle’s skyline for yourself during #ASCE25 later this year, find out what it took to construct the enduring symbol of progress: https://t.co/3p6vmWstso.

17 Apr 2025

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One of only 12 bridge-tunnels in the world opened #OTD in 1964.

The 17.6-mile-long Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, one of #ASCE's Seven Engineering Wonders of the Modern World, connects Virginia Beach and Cape Charles, Virginia: bit.ly/37kpswx. #VisitASCELandmarks

15 Apr 2025

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Increased federal funding helped lift the 2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure overall grade to a C, the best ever awarded. What comes next?

Learn more about the latest #InfrastructureReportCard: go.asce.org/3Y3k4FJ. https://t.co/eYovWXzJeM

21 Apr 2025

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@ASCETweets

It isn’t easy to escape the pressure to “climb the ladder.”

The common pathway may work for some, while others may need to take a more nontraditional approach. #ASCE members weigh in with their best strategies for career advancement: go.asce.org/4cyIooM.

18 Apr 2025

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@ASCETweets

Mark your calendars for #ASCE25!
Join us Oct. 8-11 in Seattle for 3 days dedicated to inspiring innovative infrastructure: convention.asce.org. https://t.co/GbX63WieGr

16 Apr 2025

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U.S. infrastructure received its highest grade ever from ASCE’s Report Card for America’s Infrastructure with an overall grade of C. But there's still much work to be done.

While the 2025 #InfrastructureReportCard is still hot off the press, read a breakdown of the nation’s GPA: https://t.co/K4LNZIbgbT.

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