Local Innovations
Collecting and disseminating real world examples of best practices, tips from the field and streamlining the implementation of technology and innovation.
2025 COLORADO TRAILBLAZER COMPETITION
Contest Details Submit an Innovation
Submissions must be made by July 3, 2025.
2024 Colorado LTAP Trailblazer Winner: Adams County
FHWA Build a Better Mousetrap 2024 National Recipients
See the video announcement of the winners!
The Federal Highway Administration Local Aid Support team supports the use of innovative solutions to improve transportation performance by working through the local and Tribal Technical Assistance Centers to provide training and access to subject matter experts. Visit HERE for more information on Build a Better Mousetrap and other national initiatives.
Colorado Local Agency Innovations
In many instances there are not enough transportation dollars available to maintain our transportation systems to the desired level of service. Solving this problem requires efficient use of existing funds and materials, along with the application of cost-reducing innovative techniques. Colorado LTAP’s annual Creative Solutions Award Program – the “You Show Us Contest” – is a profitable way to share your innovative ideas with others that may benefit from your concept. This is your opportunity to showcase something that has worked and of which you are proud. Share your innovation with your counterparts across Colorado!
Lean Every Day Innovations & Ideas
CDOT Lean Everyday Innovations and Ideas Program
All employees are encouraged to improve how we do our work; and all innovation and idea efforts add value. CDOT's lean improvements include large, cross-functional process improvements as well as smaller, work-group and individual inventions.
The Lean Everyday Innovations and Ideas program website includes access to details on over 108 innovations categorized by system improvements, technology, or personal performance. Check out these two postings about a plow shield and de-icer outflow!
