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An Audit Report on Bridge Project Oversight at the Department of Transportation

February 2025

Overview

The Department of Transportation (Department) had processes and related controls to ensure that the Widen Freeway I35 project was administered in accordance with applicable requirements. However, its oversight process for the Southeast Connector project had weaknesses that could delay identifying and addressing construction deficiencies.

HIGH

SOUTHEAST CONNECTOR

The Department made contract payments, processed a change order, and issued nonconformance reports as required. However, it did not adequately oversee inspections or retesting of construction materials.

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MEDIUM

WIDEN FREEWAY I35

The Department made contract payments, processed change orders, and performed construction materials testing and inspections as required, but its inspection reports were missing some key information.

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