Aid comes in the form of financial assistance as well as help in planning and design of roads. Also available is a list of current legislation affecting highway engineering and instructions for procurement agencies. Research opportunities are diverse. Using data supplied by FHWA, BTS, and other sources, CTA provides analysis of problems in highway engineering. An excellent source of technical information on the design, construction, and maintenance of highways, and other transportation facilities.
Membership is only open to state transportation agencies.
Meeting information is available. This is the largest professional society for civil engineers. Their website provides all of the information necessary for members to participate in society functions including membership application forms, publications, position announcements, and schedules of meetings. TRB also provides some great links to other transportation sources. A fairly comprehensive source covering all aspects of bridge engineering with an excellent compilation of information and links to government agencies, universities, associations and companies.