Top 6 States with the Best Transportation Infrastructure in the United States

How bad is America’s transportation infrastructure?

Really bad.

This is the reason, why the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has given D+ grade to the United States. It is estimated by the U.S. Department of Transportation, that $1 trillion is required just to maintain the current infrastructure.

It’s obvious, that America’s aging infrastructure should be a top priority.

President’s goal is to cost up $200 billion in federal funding meant to encourage $1.5 trillion in overall investment from municipalities, states and private entities.

Transportation Infrastructure is one of the most important categories for every country. These are the top 6 states that following the right route to success.

1. Texas

Texas handles maximum America’s cargo than any other state. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Texas handles approx. $2 trillion worth of commodities every year. Texas has only 1.6% deficient bridges.

·         Infrastructure score in 2018: 288 out of 400 points

·         Average commute to work: 26.5 minutes

·         20-year water-system needs: $45.2 billion 

2. Indiana

Indiana calls itself the Crossroads of America. The Indiana Toll Road is one of the best maintained in the nation. Indiana has 7.4% deficient bridges.

·         Infrastructure score in 2018: 279 out of 400 points

·         Average commute to work: 23.6 minutes

·         20-year water-system needs: $7.5 billion

3. Georgia

Every year, Georgia’s ports contribute more than $100 billion a year in revenue to the state’s economy. Obviously, having the ports, can be a challenge with all the traffic, but Georgia’s infrastructure is the best maintainer among other countries. Here, 4.7% of bridges are deficient.

·         Infrastructure score in 2018: 263 out of 400 points

·         Average commute to work: 28.5 minutes

·         20-year water-system needs: $12.5 billion

4. Ohio

According to the U.S. Surface Transportation Board, Ohio’s extensive rail network carries approx. 280 million tons of freight every year, putting the state in the top 10 nationally and cementing the state’s role as an essential cog in America’s transportation system. In Ohio, there are only 6% deficient bridges.

·         Infrastructure score in 2018: 261 out of 400 points

·         Average commute to work: 23.4 minutes

·         20-year water-system needs: $13.4 billion

5. Tennessee

Here, govt. is replacing hundred millions of dollars in individual and business taxes with user fees to fund approximately 1,000 road and bridge projects. The state says 30% of those projects are already under construction. In Tennessee, there are only 4.7% defunct bridges.

·         Infrastructure score in 2018: 259 out of 400 points

·         Average commute to work: 25.1 minutes

·         20-year water-system needs: $8.8 billion

6. Minnesota

5.3% of bridges in Minnesota are deficient and obsolete. The govt. examined its approach to solve infrastructure crisis in the state. It is one of the most maintained states in the nation.

·         Infrastructure score in 2018: 255 out of 300 points

·         Average commute to work: 23.5 minutes

·         20-year water-system needs: $7.5 billion

In the Nutshell!

Infrastructure is the backbone of every state’s economy and state investment in transportation infrastructure is the key to promote economic recovery. The condition of bridges, roads, airports, and other physical assets impacts the economy’s ability to function and grow. It’s a high time to invest in transportation infrastructure.