Smart Scale Program

The Smart Scale Program is a transportation funding system that allocates state and federal funds to highway projects based on their measurable benefits, such as safety improvements, congestion reduction, economic development, and environmental impact. Projects are scored using a transparent evaluation process considering factors like congestion mitigation, safety, reliability, freight movement, and regional priorities. This approach ensures that investments are directed toward projects that provide the most value and positive outcomes for communities and transportation efficiency. The goal is to make transportation infrastructure investments more equitable, data-driven, and effective at addressing regional and statewide transportation needs.