Federal Highway Administration

**About FHWA** **Who We Are** The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation that supports State and local governments in the design, construction, and maintenance of the Nation’s highway system (Federal Aid Highway Program) and various federally and tribal owned lands (Federal Lands Highway Program). Through financial and technical assistance to State and local governments, the Federal Highway Administration is responsible for ensuring that America’s roads and highways continue to be among the safest and most technologically sound in the world. **Vision, Mission, and Values** **FHWA Vision** Our agency and our transportation system are the best in the world. **FHWA Mission** Improve safety and mobility on our nation’s highways through national leadership, innovation, and program delivery. **FHWA Values** Public service, integrity, respect, personal development, collaboration, and family.