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Talking Freight: I-35 Innovative Corridor Study

Posted: 3/13/2026

WEBINAR: March 24, 2026, 10:00AM - 11:00AM PT

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) presents an upcoming Talking Freight webinar highlighting the I-35 Innovative Corridor Study, a Transportation Systems Management & Operations (TSMO) initiative focused on improving mobility, safety, and freight efficiency along one of the nation’s most critical north–south interstate corridors.

This study evaluates current challenges, opportunities, and strategic solutions along the I-35, which connects six U.S. states with Mexico and serves as a vital freight and economic route. The session will explore how coordinated corridor planning, data-driven analysis, and operational strategies can strengthen transportation performance and support efficient freight movement.

Session Highlights:

  • Overview of the I-35 Innovative Corridor Study & its goals
  • Key mobility, safety, & freight challenges along the I-35 corridor
  • TSMO strategies to enhance corridor operations & reliability
  • Collaboration among federal, state, & regional transportation partners
  • Opportunities for improving freight efficiency across a multi-state corridor

Speakers:

  • Paul Truban, AICP, P.E., Transportation Specialist, FHWA
  • Filmon Habtemichael, Ph.D., Project Manager, Battelle
  • Kent Kacir, P.E., Principal Investigator, Kimley-Horn
  • Michael Bolin, P.E., Waco District Deputy District Engineer, TxDOT
  • Marco Galindo, P.E., San Antonio District Alt Delivery Project Supervisor, TxDOT

Register to Attend

 

This Event is Free

Freight Professional Development

The Freight Professional Development (FPD) Program assists state DOT, MPO, and local agency staff with gaining the skills and knowledge necessary to meet the challenges arising from the increasing flow of freight on the nation's transportation system.

FHWA's Freight Professional Capacity Building (FPCB) website contains several resources for public sector freight professionals, including:

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