The FHWA coordinates highway transportation programs in cooperation with states
and other partners to enhance the country's safety, economic vitality,
quality of life, and environment. Major program areas include the Federal-Aid
Highway Program, which provides federal financial assistance to the states to
construct and improve the National Highway System, urban and rural roads, and
bridges. This program provides funds for general improvements and development
of safe highways and roads. The Federal Lands Highway Program provides access
to and within national forests, national parks, Indian reservations, and other
public lands by preparing plans and contracts, supervising construction
facilities, and conducting bridge inspections and surveys. The FHWA also
manages a comprehensive research, development, and technology program. (Source:
www.transportation.gov/administrations)