This report covers the Department of Highways' activies from July 1, 1972 to June 30, 1974. Table of Contents: Administration, Financing your highways, Office of state aid, Office of Financial administration, Right of way operations, Office of road design, Office of Bridge and Structural Design, Office of traffic engineering, Office of materials, Maintenance standards, Construction standards, Programming, Planning, Office of Personnel, 1973 Legislative measures, 1974 Legislative measures, Electronic communications section, Office of Surveying and Mapping, Office of Public Information, Office of Systems planning and Data Processing, Districts, and Retirees, 1972-1974
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Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
The front side of the map includes an index to towns, with the population based on 1970 census; a chart of state parks and wayside parks; a Minnesota Mileage Chart showing distance between two places computed via Trunk Highways; a note about the new exit numbering being used on Minnesota interstate highways. The back of the map includes inset maps of Metropolitan St. Paul-Minneapolis, downtown St. Paul, downtown Minneapolis, Duluth area and other large cities; a map of the United States mileage & route showing approximate distance from St. Paul - Minneapolis to various cities; a map titled ""Minnesota's Backbone"" showing the Minnesota State Trunk Highway System and the Interstate system; pictures of Minnesota state flag, state flower, state tree, state bird, state fish, state rock and state Capitol; and some scenic pictures of Minnesota.
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Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the Minnesota Chapter of the American Association of Landscape Architects, snow blower safety tips, and highway safety training. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
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Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers a maintenance management program, carpool matching, and Minnesota U.S. Routes. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
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Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers a cost improvement program, fuel economy, and Minnesota's trunk highway system. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
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Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the cost of litter removal on highways, speed limit reductions, and grooved pavement. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers awards received by department staff for work on concrete, the Interstate 35 Urban Corridor Demonstration Project, and the toll high materials costs takes on local road builders. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers health awareness videos, the installation of crash cushions on Minnesota highways, and the hiring of a wildlife biologist. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the first installation of a rubber railroad crossing, the appointment of ten Highway Information Officers, and awards received by department staff for highway beautification projects. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers a department reorganization, the retirement of the deputy commissioner, and the opening of a safety rest area in Elm Creek. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers Minnesota's participation in a pilot study on traffic barrier systems, inclusion of the Mendota and Zumbrota bridges in a catalog of historic transportation facilities, and diabetes detection tests. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the first appointment of a woman as an affirmative action officer, the first woman to work on a statewide survey crew, and telephone image. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers the first female highway maintenance worker, the importance of safety glasses, and a snowplow from 1918. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library
This issue covers a United Way drive, employee award winners, and the testing of glass fiber and steel fiber concrete pavements. Minnesota Highways was the official employee newsletter of the Minnesota Department of Highways (1951-1976).
Contributing Institution:
Minnesota Department of Transportation, MnDOT Library