Richard Zacher

Custer Area Engineer

[SDDOT @SouthDakotaDOT]

On Tuesday, March 12, 2024, the SDDOT began pipe repair work on U.S. Highway 85, north of Ludlow. Traffic will not be impacted for most of this operation but will be reduced to one lane with flaggers for short durations.

Project website: https://t.co/nY72ifqwZI

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Congratulations to John Rehorst, Rapid City Region Design Engineering Manager, for celebrating 30 years of service with the SDDOT!

Thanks John for your steadfast commitment to providing better lives through better transportation.

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Pre-construction activities are starting for the U.S. Highway 385 reconstruction project in the Rapid City Region. Contractors are in the process of preparing detours, relocating utilities, and completing tree removal.

Full Press Release: https://t.co/OOAbw54NXn

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Dan Vockrodt, Pierre Area Engineering Manager (left), recently celebrated 35 years of service at the SDDOT!

Dan, thanks for your dedicated service to the traveling public and for positively impacting everyone with whom you work.

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Bridges and other structures allow air to flow above and below, resulting in colder temperatures than the adjacent pavement. These structures require increased application rates to avoid freezing on the bridge/structure prior to the surrounding pavement.

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WEATHER UPDATE: Friday, Feb. 16, 2024 - 9:30 a.m. MT/10:30 a.m. CT

As snowfall subsides throughout the morning of Friday, Feb. 16, it's important to remember that road conditions in many areas of the state are being impacted by the recent winter weather.

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The SDDOT Winner Area Office was recently presented the American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) 2023 Concrete Paving Award of Excellence, in the Municipal Streets & Intersections category, for the U.S. Highway 18 and S.D. Highway 44 project.

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The newest named plow in the Rapid City Area is bringing back the 90's!

"Scoop! There it is!" was the name submitted by Pete Stevenson, a kiddo from the Black Hills Energy YMCA Daycare in Rapid City.

Learn more at: https://t.co/rrT8UYjgdD.

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Recently there have been an increase in vehicle collisions with elk on U.S. Highway 18 and S.D. Highway 89 near the Minnekahta Junction.

The SDDOT would like to remind drivers to be aware of all wildlife that could potentially be on or near the roadway.

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Carlyle Ellison, SDDOT Plow Operator, talks about some of the innovative features of his plow. One of his favorite features, a photo of his family, reminds him of the most important reason you Don’t Crowd the Plow!

Know before you go by checking https://t.co/jAj5PbAmq4.

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Violation of the anti-dumping law is a Class 1 misdemeanor, with a penalty of up to one year in jail, $2,000 in fines, or both. It is the policy of the SDDOT to remove snow that has been illegally piled within the highway right-of-way that may be a safety hazard.

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We would like to recognize the efforts of SDDOT operations staff from the Pierre and Rapid City Regions who traveled to Nebraska to assist with storm clean-up! An emergency declaration allowed Nebraska to seek assistance from South Dakota through the EMAC.

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With the Build Dakota Scholarship, incoming students have the opportunity to earn a full-ride scholarship at one of the four South Dakota technical colleges.

Visit https://t.co/ImxkMRF5Du to apply for the Build Dakota Scholarship!

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When road closures are placed on the Interstate or State Highways due to severe winter weather, navigation apps may attempt to detour you around the closure onto secondary highways and county roads. These roads often haven’t been fully plowed or treated.

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The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) reminds the public and commercial snow removal operators that it is illegal to place or dump excess snow on highway right-of-way, which includes driving surfaces, shoulders, and ditches.

Press Release: https://t.co/5ttynDXoRc

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Distracted driving is a major cause of crashes, not only in South Dakota, but in the entire United States.

Your loved ones want you home safe and sound. #BuckleUpPhoneDown for them!

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New Year . . . New Career Opportunity!

Do you want a fun and innovative career in the environmental sciences? The SDDOT is hiring a Wetland Specialist to join our team.

For more information about the position or to apply go to: https://t.co/CtRDCho29f

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Violation of the anti-dumping law is a Class 1 misdemeanor, with a penalty of up to one year in jail, $2,000 in fines, or both. It is the policy of the SDDOT to remove snow that has been illegally piled within the highway right-of-way that may be a safety hazard.

#SDDOT #SD511

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Over the past month, there have been an increase in vehicle collisions with elk on U.S. Highway 18 and S.D. Highway 89 near the Minnekahta Junction.

The SDDOT would like to remind drivers to be aware of all wildlife that could potentially be on or near the roadway.

#SDDOT

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Distracted driving and cellphone usage are leading causes of crashes in the United States. By not using your devices behind the wheel, you are more alert and focused on safe driving habits.

Buckle up and put your phone down every single time you get behind the wheel!

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