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South Dakota DOT solicits proposals for purchase or lease of Napa-Platte rail line - Progressive Railroading

October 07, 2025
The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) is calling for proposals from qualified parties interested in purchasing or leasing the state-owned Napa Junction to Platte rail line for common carrier freight-rail service.

SDDOT Issues IFP for Sale or Lease of Napa-Platte Rail Line - Railway Age

October 07, 2025
The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) on Oct. 6 announced the release of an Invitation for Proposals (IFP) seeking qualified parties interested in purchasing or leasing the State-owned Napa Junction to Platte rail line for common carrier freight rail operations.

AASHTO TransComm Issues Awards at Annual Meeting - AASHTO Journal

October 03, 2025
A record 211 people from 37 states registered to attend the 2025 AASHTO Committee on Transportation Communications Annual Meeting in Chicago September 21-24.

SDDOT seeks public input for I-29 corridor study - Leader Courier Times

October 02, 2025
The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT), in collaboration with the City of North Sioux City, community of Dakota Dunes, Union County, Iowa DOT, Siouxland Interstate Metropolitan Planning Council, and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), will hold a public meeting open house from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, for the Interstate 29 Corridor Study.

DOT seeks public opinion on SD state transportation plan - Dakota News Now

September 29, 2025
The SDDOT is looking for input from South Dakota residents to develop the Statewide Active Transportation Plan. This plan is focused on improving forms of public transportation, such as walking and biking.