Current News
Freight Transportation
at the USDOT
Learn about freight transportation web sites and find phone numbers for freight information and services throughout the USDOT.
National and State Information
Search for national and state-specific information on freight transportation and related activities.
Freight Rail Industry Surging Due to Global Factors - 4/22/2008
NCHRP Report 606: Forecasting Statewide Freight Toolkit - 4/18/2008
Pennsylvania Governor Announces $10 Million Investment in Rail Freight - 4/18/2008
Atlanta Freight Study Recommends Investment in Rail Network - 4/18/2008
Canadian Freight and Logistics Management Manual - 4/18/2008
Talking Freight Seminar, May 21, 2008 - 4/18/2008
Key Programs
- Freight Analysis conducts research on commodity flows and related freight transportation activities, develops analytical tools, measures system performance, and examines the relationship between freight transportation improvements and the economy.
- Freight Infrastructure provides guidance, reviews state applications for funding, and provides funding for Projects of National and Regional Significance, National Corridor Infrastructure Improvement, Freight Intermodal Distribution Pilot, and Truck Parking Facilities Programs.
- Freight Operations and Technology conducts operational tests of intelligent transportation system technologies, supports the development of tools to evaluate infrastructure and operational needs at border crossings, and promotes the development of standards for information exchange.
- Freight Professional Development assists transportation and planning professionals in developing the knowledge and skills needed to do their jobs effectively.
- Vehicle Size & Weight certifies state compliance with Federal standards and provides information on state enforcement activities, reporting requirements, and contacts.
