The Number Of State DOTs Are Testing Drones – DEEP AERO DRONES – Medium

According to a survey by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) they have found that 35 of 44 responding State Department of Transportation (DOTs) are using UAV's for varied purposes. According to March 2018 survey, 20 state DOTs have integrated drones into their daily functions. Other 15 state DOTs are in research phase. "This is another example of how state DOTs are advancing innovation to improve safety and productivity for the travelling public." Drones are being used to gather photos and videos of highway construction projects, pavement and bridge inspection, scientific research, pole inspections and traffic control and monitoring.