Lori Tobias – CEG Correspondent - Tue March 24, 2026
NDOT Brings Down Historic Bridge to Improve Mobility
A $22 million, three-fold Columbus, Neb., project is replacing two major highway structures and repairing a third in a partnership between the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) and the city of Columbus in a "multi-year infrastructure project that will improve long-term safety, mobility and access for the entire community."The project includes the demolition — completed in August 2025 — and replacement of the historic Columbus River Loup Bridge, built in 1931....
Nebraska Department of Transportation - Tue February 10, 2026
Officials Break Ground On Nebraska's Hastings Southeast Project
On Jan. 12, 2026, Gov. Jim Pillen, joined by Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) officials and Hastings Mayor Jay Beckby, marked a significant milestone in Nebraska's commitment to safe and efficient transportation infrastructure with the groundbreaking of the Hastings Southeast project....
Nebraska Department of Transportation - Tue November 18, 2025
NDOT, City of Grand Island Mark U.S. 30 Project Completion
On Nov. 4, 2025, Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) officials and city of Grand Island leaders celebrated the completion of the U.S. Highway 30 (U.S. 30) Grand Island West project with a ribbon cutting and project overview....
Nebraska Department of Transportation - Tue October 07, 2025
NDOT Announces Location of Its New I-80 Interchange
The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) announced its intent to proceed with the design and construction of a new Interstate 80 (I-80) interchange at 192nd Street in Sarpy County, southeast of Gretna, Neb....
Nebraska Department of Transportation - Tue August 12, 2025
Crews in Nebraska Demolish Sections of Old Columbus Loup River Bridge
On Aug. 3, Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) crews demolished two sections of the Columbus Loup River Bridge in Nebraska. Originally built in 1933, the bridge is being removed to make way for construction of a new bridge....
Tue June 03, 2025
Nebraska DOT Announces Winners of Its 2025 Annual Snowplow Roadeo
Snowplow operators from across the state put their skills to the test in the Nebraska Department of Transportation's (NDOT) annual Snowplow Roadeo held May 22, 2025. The state competition took place at the Nebraska Safety Center in Kearney....
Nebraska DOT - Tue March 11, 2025
Final Emergency Flood Relief Project Begins Construction in Nebraska
The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) announced that construction on the Carns State Aid Bridge began March 10. The bridge is located approximately 5.5 mi. east of the Highway 7 bridge over the Niobrara River in Rock and Keya Paha counties and is the final emergency response project from the flooding of March 2019 to go to construction....
AASHTO - Wed January 15, 2025
Nebraska to Issue First Highway Bond In State's History for U.S. 275 Corridor
The Nebraska State Highway Commission recently authorized the Nebraska Department of Transportation to issue bonds to finance the completion of the U.S. 275 expressway corridor — the first time the state has issued bonds to finance a state highway project....
Nebraska Department of Transportation - Wed September 11, 2024
Nebraska DOT Names Innovation Showcase Winners
The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) held its 7th annual Innovation Showcase on July 25. This year's event featured 19 submissions, with just 11 votes separating the first and second-place winners....
Nebraska Department of Transportation - Wed September 11, 2024
NDOT Announces Funding for Five BRO Program Projects
The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) local assistance division announced that five Nebraska bridge projects in Greeley, Pawnee, Richardson and Polk counties, along with the village of Dunbar, will be eligible for funding through the Off-System Local Bridge Replacement (BRO) Program....
