About Us
Welcome
The IBT/ABC-UTC has assembled an experienced, knowledgeable, and engaged group of bridge academics and engineers who collectively will provide the transportation industry with the tools needed to effectively and economically utilize the principles of ABC to enhance mobility, and safety and produce safe, environmentally friendly, long-lasting bridges.
ABC History
Accelerated bridge construction implementation in the U.S. has been significantly advanced due to the leadership of state DOTs in partnership with the Transportation Research Board, the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, the Federal Highway Administration, and academic and industry partners. This paper provides a history of those collaborative efforts.
Reports
The semi-annual reports highlight the work done by the IBT/ABC-UTC during each six-month performance period, documenting progress in research, education, workforce development, and technology transfer activities.
Monthly Webinar
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Georgia DOT's Accelerated Bridge Construction Policy - Success Story
October 15, 2026
(1:00 pm – 2:15 pm Eastern)
Future Monthly Webinars
October 15, 1:00-2:15pm eastern – Streamlining Bridge Projects: Georgia DOT’s Accelerated Bridge Construction Policy in Action
November 19, 1:00-2:15pm eastern – East 138th Street Bridge Replacement Project: A Marriage of ABC and Digital Delivery at NYSDOT
World Bridge Engineering Conference
Registration
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Apply for Travel Scholarship
December 1-2, 2026
2027 In-Depth Web Training
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2027 Annual In-Depth Web Training - Topic TBD
September 7, 2027
(11:00 am – 3:15 pm Eastern)
Research Seminar
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Repair and Upgrade of Steel Culverts Using Sprayable Ultra-High-Performance Concrete (UHPC)
October 30, 2026
(1:00 pm – 2:15 pm Eastern)