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        “We need to change the culture of what civil engineering is and does, from cradle to grave.”

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        Over 623,000 highway bridges across the U.S. all rely on safety programs, inspection methods and standards. And aren’t you glad they do?⁠
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        This wasn’t always the case, however.⁠
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        The basis of today’s bridge inspections began with the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1968, which established the National Bridge Inspection Program. It also established the National Bridge Inspection Standards in 1971.⁠
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        Since then, bridge inspections and highway safety standards have improved drastically. From adopting rope access techniques to ultrasonic testing and artificial intelligence, advancements in the field have enabled engineers to meet higher standards for safety, as well as meet increasing demand. ⁠
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        These inspections are not just a critical function for maintaining public safety; they are the foundation for preserving the infrastructure that connects our communities and powers our economies.⁠
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        When you’re the busiest airport in the world, you’ve got to keep things moving.

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        Ground broke on the Suez Canal #OTD in 1859.
        When it opened 10 years and 97 million cubic yards of excavated sediment later, the 120-mile-long canal was the longest man-made sea level canal in the world.

        From geotechnical challenges to innovative construction methods, dive into the fascinating engineering behind one of the most significant waterways ever created — free on the #ASCELibrary now through May 2: https://t.co/VPeGbvfo6k.

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        Water treatment plant sludge shows promise as a alternative construction material to contain radiation from nuclear reactors, according to recent research.

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        When you’re the busiest airport in the world, you’ve got to keep things moving.
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        Broadband’s C+ is higher than any other added sector has received in a debut in ASCE’s Report Card for America's Infrastructure.

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        Over 623,000 highway bridges across the U.S. all rely on safety programs, inspection methods and standards. And aren’t you glad they do?

        Learn more about the evolution of bridge inspection in the last 50 years and how bridge engineers are meeting higher standards and higher demands: https://t.co/LYRNC1nq3T.

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        Rod Jones, better known online as “Rod the Builder,” uses his digital platform inspire young professionals and students to explore their passion for STEM.

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        #OnThisDay in 1859, ground broke on the Suez Canal. When it opened 10 years and 97 million cubic yards of excavated sediment later, the 120-mile-long canal was the longest man-made sea-level canal in the world. ⁠
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        Offering vessels a direct passage between Europe and Asia via the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea, the Suez Canal is one of the world’s busiest shipping routes. It continues to play a crucial role in international trade.⁠
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        From geotechnical challenges to innovative construction methods, dive into the fascinating engineering behind one of the most significant waterways ever created — free on the #ASCELibrary 📚now through May 2, 2025! ⁠
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        Before casting your vote for #ASCE’s 2026 president-elect, get to know this year’s nominees.

        Connect virtually with the candidates, ask questions & learn more about their vision for the Society during 2 live online forums this month: go.asce.org/3SaURpb.

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