Bridging the Gap for Surface Transportation: Why Counties Need a Stronger Federal Investment Partnership
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America’s surface transportation system connects our communities and powers the national economy, yet its roads face a $684 billion funding gap over the next decade. Counties own and maintain 44% of public roads and 38% of bridges, infrastructure essential not only for daily travel but also for economic competitiveness, national security and quality of life. As supply chains grow more complex and freight movement increases, our roads are carrying more traffic and heavier loads than ever before. Yet as demands grow and construction costs skyrocket, this locally owned infrastructure is deteriorating rapidly.
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