MDOT District 2 Equipment Operators Roadeo Winners Announced
Summary
The Mississippi Department of Transportation announced winners of its District 2 Equipment Operators Roadeo competition held April 16, 2026, in Batesville, Mississippi. The annual event tested operator skills in vehicle handling, trailer maneuvering, and heavy equipment precision. Winners across seven events—Lowboy, Single-Axle Dump Truck, Tandem-Axle Dump Truck, Backhoe, Motor Grader, Tractor Mower, and Skid Steer—were recognized with the top two finishers advancing to state finals.
What changed
The Mississippi Department of Transportation announced winners of its District 2 Equipment Operators Roadeo competition held April 16, 2026, in Batesville. The event evaluated equipment operators on vehicle handling, trailer maneuvering, and heavy equipment precision across seven categories. Winners from each event, along with second-place finishers, advance to the state finals where they will compete against champions from all six MDOT districts.
This announcement is informational and does not create compliance obligations for any regulated parties. It serves as recognition of employee skills development and advancement opportunities within the agency.
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MDOT District 2 Equipment Operators Roadeo winners announced
Updated Friday, April 17, 2026 3:30 PM
MDOT District 2 Equipment Operators Roadeo winners announced
April 17, 2026
BATESVILLE, MISS. – The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) held its annual Equipment Operators Roadeo for District 2 at the district headquarters in Batesville on April 16.
Focusing on efficiency and skill, MDOT’s Roadeos provide employees with an opportunity to display their mastery of vehicle handling, trailer maneuvering and heavy equipment precision. The event and judging criteria provide feedback and help operators evaluate their strengths and challenges. Operators improve techniques and learn new skills while engaging in some friendly competition.
District 1 events and winners are as follows:
- Lowboy: First Place – Joshua Hankins; Second Place – Tyler Morehead; Third Place – Mickey Smith.
- Single-Axle Dump Truck: First Place – Justin Applewhite; Second Place – Terry King; Third Place – Joshua Hankins.
- Tandem-Axle Dump Truck: First Place – Justin Applewhite; Second Place – Mickey Smith; Third Place – Joel Chrestman.
- Backhoe: First Place – Thomas Goode; Second Place – Nicholas Brower; Third Place – Tommy Rogers.
- Motor Grader: First Place – Tommy Rogers; Second Place – Nicholas Brower; Third Place – Thomas Malone.
- Tractor Mower: First Place – Thomas Malone; Second Place – Bobby Bells Jr.; Third Place – Joshua Hood.
- Skid Steer: First Place – Bryan Mangrum; Second Place – Christopher McGee; Third Place – Fletcher Moorman. Winners are left to right in each photo. Also pictured in each photo (L to R) are MDOT District 2 Engineer Brian Childs, District 2 Maintenance Engineer Trey Bullock.
The top two winners from each event advance to the state finals. At the state competition, winners from all six districts will compete and a state champion will be crowned.
For more information about the Equipment Operators Roadeo, visit GoMDOT.com.
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