States Use Technology and Smart Solutions to Battle Winter Weather

Digital Journal: Winter does not officially begin until Saturday, however state transportation departments have been working hard to remove snow and ice from the nation’s roadways for weeks. Patterns of severe weather can drive up costs and challenge state DOTs to maintain a high level of service without the benefit of additional financial resources. High-tech solutions like GPS guidance systems and low-tech products like potato juice are helping states to cut costs, improve efficiency, and minimize environmental impacts.

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