At PennDOT, we're always looking for innovative solutions to improve transportation across the state. Despite this forward-thinking mindset, we realize that looking at the past can sometimes inform solutions to modern challenges.
As part of Act 120, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) was created on July 1, 1970. To honor PennDOT's 50-year anniversary, we created a timeline of events to highlight some of our most important milestones over the years.
From the early 1900's through 2020, Pennsylvania's transportation industry has gone through changes that inform how we do business today...
Did you know that the Rural Roads Program of the 1930's had a significant impact on Pennsylvania's economy? Or that our Medical Re-Examination Program for drivers 45 and older began in 1960?
In more recent history, public transportation in Pennsylvania received its own dedicated funding source in 2007. Our state's first Active Transportation Plan was completed just last year, outlining a vision and framework for improving conditions for walking and bicycling across Pennsylvania.
See the full timeline at PennDOT.gov/50years to learn more about our history. We'll be adding future milestones to our website as we continue to improve Pennsylvania's transportation operations in the coming years.
ABOUT THIS BLOG
Did you know PennDOT is directly responsible for nearly 40,000 miles of highway and roughly 25,000 bridges? We oversee programs and policies affecting highways, urban and rural public transportation, airports, railroads, ports and waterways, in addition to administering the state's more than 11 million vehicle registrations and 8.8 million driver's licenses.
So, how do we do what we do? And how can we help you travel in Pennsylvania — whether it be for business or leisure — in safe and enjoyable manner? Read PennDOT Way to learn more about the department, what we do, and how and why we do it.
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