What is the TXAPA MAPS for Texas Local Agencies Program?

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The TXAPA Materials and Asphalt Pavement Solutions (MAPS) program is a region-focused education and support initiative designed to help Texas cities and counties improve the quality, performance, and longevity of their asphalt pavements.

It provides practical education, specification guidance, and hands-on technical assistance tailored to local agency needs, conditions, and budgets. Through conferences, workshops, and year-round regional support, MAPS connects agencies with best practices, industry experts, and resources that strengthen local pavement programs.

Created for the People Who Shape Local Infrastructure in Texas

Cities

  • City engineers and public works staff managing streets and maintenance
  • Transportation and roadway supervisors overseeing daily operations
  • Municipal decision-makers responsible for pavement programs and budgets

Counties

  • County engineers and roadway administrators maintaining rural and regional networks
  • Road and bridge departments managing construction, resurfacing, and preservation
  • County leadership seeking consistent quality and long-term pavement performance

Private Sector

  • Engineering consultants designing and supporting local agency pavement projects
  • Contractors and material suppliers working directly with cities and counties
  • Developers responsible for subdivision pavement design and construction

Core Program Components

REGIONAL MAPS CONFERENCE

Two-day, solutions-driven education and networking for local agencies featuring expert presentations, panels, and exhibitors.

TAILORED WORKSHOPS AND LUNCH & LEARNS

Flexible, region-specific information for:

  • Materials and mix type selection
  • Pavement design and construction best practices
  • Field personnel (PMs, Inspectors, Testers)
  • Quality Control/Quality Assurance

SPECIFICATION REVIEW

TXAPA’s modified dense-graded specification for local agencies (341M).

REGIONAL SUPPORT

Field-based TXAPA staff offer year-round technical assistance.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

  • Monthly Podcast
  • Asphalt Pavement Design Guide
  • Extended Resource Guide

How it Works

TXAPA delivers the MAPS Conference, a leading local-agency event held in four regions annually.

TXAPA partners with PWA-TX, TACERA, ASCE to reach statewide and regional audiences.

Agencies may request customized on-site consulting, classroom or field education, and specification review.

TXAPA Regional staff provide ongoing support for implementation and questions.

Benefits

  • Practical strategies for maintenance, resurfacing,
    potholes, and budget-driven decisions
  • Clear understanding of current specs, pavement design, materials, and construction/testing practices
  • Stronger relationships with peers, contractors, and suppliers
  • Education calibrated to agency size and regional conditions
    Increased staff capability, improved pavement
    performance, and lower lifecycle costs

Key Takeaways

  • A practical, region-focused initaitive for cities and counties managing asphalt pavements
  • Emphasis on real-world application, specification clarity, and construction/inspection excellence
  • Benefits agencies of all sizes by improving pavement life, reducing costs, and elevating staff knowledge
  • Designed as an ongoing resource—not a one-time event

About TXAPA

For more than 75 years, TXAPA has served as the voice of the asphalt pavement industry in Texas, advancing quality, safety, and innovation through education, collaboration, and technical expertise. As the trusted resource for asphalt education and professional development, TXAPA proudly presents MAPS as its flagship education program for local agencies and consulting engineers.

Regional Contacts

North Texas Region

Matt White

East Texas Region

Dennis Turner

West Texas Region

Larry Peirce