This program is conducted biennially by the Federal Highway Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation, to encourage excellence in the design of highway-related facilities and to recognize projects that contribute effectively to a more pleasing highway experience. The nominated project must have been accomplished for State or local agencies, or freeway or toll authorities, as set forth under Categories and Specific Criteria. Only completed projects will be eligible.
Design firms are eligible.
Previous winning entries in the FHWA Biennial Awards competition are ineligible. All material becomes the property of the U.S. Department of Transportation and may be used by the Department for its purposes. Therefore, photos should not be copyrighted. No entries will be returned. Organizations may submit three project entries per category.