Palmer is Heading to the 2026 MAASTO Conference
Palmer is excited to be both a sponsor and exhibitor at the 2026 Mid America Association of State Transportation Officials (MAASTO) Conference, happening August 10–12 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Professional Engineers Day 2026
In honor of Professional Engineers Day, some of Palmer's licensed Professional Engineers share what earning a PE license means to them—and the responsibility, public trust, and lasting impact behind the profession.
Palmer Engineering Designs Elizabethtown’s First City-Funded Roundabout
The City of Elizabethtown, KY has opened its first city-funded roundabout at Veteran's Way and Towne Drive. Designed by Palmer Engineering, the new roundabout improves safety, enhances traffic flow, and marks a significant investment in the city's transportation infrastructure.
Celebrating Our 2026 Summer Interns on National Intern Day
National Intern Day, which is on July 30, 2026, gives us an opportunity to recognize the students who spend their summers learning, growing, and making meaningful contributions to our team. Meet Palmer Engineering's 2026 summer interns and learn about their hands-on experiences, mentorship, and professional growth.
Palmer Team Member Helps Lead Lipscomb Concrete Canoe Team to Historic Finish
Palmer team member Alex Aylor-Ibarra helped lead Lipscomb University's Concrete Canoe Team to its first-ever Top 10 finish at the ASCE Civil Engineering Student Championships.
Join Palmer Engineering at the 2026 Water Professionals Conference
Palmer Engineering is excited to attend the 2026 Kentucky/Tennessee Water Professionals Conference in Lexington, KY. Visit us at Booth #230 to learn about our water resources engineering solutions.
Explore Engineering: Bridges – New Activity Book for Young Learners
Discover Palmer Engineering's new Explore Engineering: Bridges activity book! Packed with bridge facts, puzzles, math challenges, and coloring pages, it's a fun way for kids to explore STEM and engineering.
How Excavated Material is Reused on the Mountain Parkway Expansion
On the Magoffin-Floyd segment of the Mountain Parkway Expansion, nearly every truckload stays on site to help build the new roadway. Learn how engineers designed the project to reduce waste and make the most of every load.
Palmer Engineering Earns Two 2026 ASHE Bluegrass Project of the Year Awards
Palmer Engineering is honored to receive two 2026 ASHE Bluegrass Transportation Improvement Project of the Year awards, recognizing our commitment to delivering impactful transportation solutions across Kentucky.
Palmer Engineering at the CAWV Annual Meeting
Palmer Engineering is proud to serve as an event sponsor at the 2026 Contractors Association of West Virginia Annual Meeting, taking place July 9–12 at The Greenbrier. This annual gathering brings together members and guests for a dynamic blend of business, networking, and recreation at one of West Virginia's most iconic destinations. We look forward to connecting with industry leaders and supporting this outstanding event.
First Phase of Steel Delivered for I-75 Bridge in Whitley County, Kentucky
Stupp Bridge Company has successfully fabricated and delivered the first phase of structural steel for the I-75 bridge over Lynn Camp Creek in Whitley County, Kentucky. Designed by Palmer Engineering, this important infrastructure project will enhance the I-75 corridor and serve the region for years to come.
A Look Back at Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day
As we recognize International Women in Engineering Day, we're resharing this story from our first Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day event earlier this year and celebrating the women engineers who are helping inspire future generations.
Behind Every Mile: Turning Plans into Progress on the Mountain Parkway Expansion
Behind every mile of the Mountain Parkway Expansion in Eastern Kentucky is a team of dedicated professionals working to turn complex designs into reality. Among them is Chelsea DeWitt, PE, a transportation engineer whose expertise in 3D modeling is helping move the project from concept to construction.
Palmer Engineering to Host Red, White & Blue Bell Blood Drive
Palmer Engineering is proud to partner with the Kentucky Blood Center to host the Red, White & Blue Bell Blood Drive on Monday, June 29, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Palmer Engineering to Conduct Annual Inspection of Owensboro's Glover Cary Bridge
Palmer Engineering, on behalf of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), will conduct the annual inspection of the Glover Cary Bridge, commonly known as the "Blue Bridge," in downtown Owensboro during June 15-19, 2026.
Palmer Engineers Present Safety Study Findings in Pikeville
Palmer Engineering’s Kevin Damron, Josh Coburn, and Clay Smith presented the findings of the Hambley Boulevard study during a recent City of Pikeville Commissioners Meeting. The study evaluated opportunities to improve safety and connectivity along the corridor and identified recommendations that include a shared-use path from Barrett Avenue to Lorraine Street, as well as targeted improvements to help calm traffic and to introduce safer pedestrian crossings.
Winchester Avenue Article Receives National ASHE Award
Palmer Engineering’s Winchester Avenue project article earned the 1st Place Champion Award in the 2026 ASHE Scanner Article of the Year Awards at the ASHE National Conference in Washington, D.C.
National Right-of-Way Professionals Week: Palmer's People, Projects, and Progress
The work behind every transportation project starts long before construction begins. During National Right-of-Way Professionals Week, Palmer Engineering celebrates the professionals who help make progress possible.
From Interns to Graduates - Palmer’s Class of 2026
Palmer Engineering celebrates the Class of 2026, recognizing recent graduates and interns who gained valuable hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional development through the company’s internship program.
National Bicycle Safety Month Spotlight: Shared-Use Trails
As we wrap up National Bicycle Safety Month, Palmer Engineering is proud to highlight the many shared-use trails throughout Lexington, KY that our team has helped bring to life. Separation from vehicles is one of the most effective ways to improve bicycle safety, and shared-use trails provide safer spaces for cyclists and pedestrians to move through communities.
