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          About UsThe Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Research Library is an integral part of FHWA’s research, development, and technology transfer activities.The library eases workloads, reduces costs, and expands research capabilities by:Conducting searches to inform evaluation, development, and application effortsPerforming research to determine investment opportunitiesProviding quick access to focused, quality content through digital resourcesPreserving research output and furnishing a specialized, dynamic collectionHelping to connect experts and communicate resultsUtilizing a network of transportation libraries and knowledge management expertsProviding space for studying, meetings, and collaborationThe FHWA Research Library exists to serve the information needs of FHWA employees by providing materials, reference/research assistance, and other support services. The FHWA Research Library will answer questions from the general public as time permits. Non-FHWA employees looking for copies of FHWA reports should see Sources for FHWA Reports.Highlights of the FHWA Research Library CollectionsThe library’s collection contains thousands of titles related to highways, engineering, and related disciplines.Materials include:Federal Highway Administration Office of Research, Development, and Technology reports (HRT, IP, RD, and TS series) and reports from other FHWA officesState departments of transportation (DOT) and University Transportation Center research reports.Transportation Research Board (TRB) and American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) publicationsProceedings, seminal works, international reports, dissertations, and reference booksJournals and magazines, including*Public Roads*, beginning with the first issue (May 1918)Historical materials on FHWA and its predecessor agenciesOnline Tools**FHWA Research Library Catalog**FHWA employees can discover materials in the collection through an online catalog. Employees should go to the U.S. Department of Transportation's SharePoint site and search for "Federal Highway Administration Library" for a link to the online library catalog. Most materials in the collection are listed in the catalog, but if employees are unable to find items, they can contact the library.**Subscription Databases**FHWA employees have access to subscription databases, e-journals, and e-books through the FHWA Research Library SharePoint site.BorrowingFHWA employees and onsite contractors may borrow most materials in the collection.  Individuals from outside of FHWA should request materials through their institutional/local library or make an appointment to visit. Other libraries should refer to the FHWA Research Library’s Interlibrary Loan Policy.
      
    
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