Did you know that 33 percent of the nation’s major urban roads are rated in poor condition, providing drivers with a rough ride?

From coast to coast, major streets and freeways in most U.S. communities are showing significant signs of distress. The result of this increasing stress, coupled with other factors, is that 33 percent of urban streets and highways have rough pavements that provide a ride that many drivers find
unacceptable.

One result of driving on these rough roads and highways is that the cost to own and
maintain a vehicle increases because cars and trucks require more maintenance, wear out more quickly, and consume more fuel.

Keeping the wheel steady on America’s roads and highways has become increasingly challenging as drivers encounter potholes and pavement deterioration. One-third of the nation’s major urban roadways – highways and major streets that are the main routes for commuters and commerce – are in poor condition.

These critical links in the nation’s transportation system carry 70 percent of the
approximately 3.2 trillion miles driven annually in America. Road conditions could deteriorate even further as the rate of vehicle travel continues to increase and local and state governments find they are unable to adequately fund road repairs. You can find the full report at the following link. http://tripnet.org/