What’s happening: The value of transportation projects expected to break ground in the next 30 to 60 days reached $13.6 billion in August 2025, up 2.8 percent from $13.2 billion a year ago, according the latest ARTBA analysis of contract awards.
Key takeaways:
- Nineteen states increased the value of transportation project awards in August 2025 compared to August 2024.
- States with the highest value of awards include: Hawaii, Texas, Illinois, South Carolina, and California.
- States with major monthly percentage gains include: South Carolina, Massachusetts, Hawaii, North Dakota, and Tennessee.
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