Indiana’s Infrastructure Ranked #1 by CNBC

As we are coming to the end of the year, we’re reflecting on 2019’s local and state successes. ETC advocates for local infrastructure improvements that support active transportation and the overall quality of life for everyone who lives, works, goes to school and plays here. In case you have missed this state level success, Indiana has been ranked #1 by CNBC’s, Scott Cohn for having the best infrastructure:

“The Crossroads of America lives up to its nickname, and not just because of the four major interstate highways that meet in Indianapolis. Indiana is a key access point, with roughly one-third of the nation’s population located within a day’s drive. The state is looking to protect that advantage by spending $1 billion on a variety of road projects under a plan unveiled last year by Gov. Eric Holcomb. And Indiana’s byways are not only on land. Its three ports are strategically located, with one on the Great Lakes and two on the Ohio River. Put it all together and Indiana ranks 11th nationally in the value of goods shipped from the state.

2019 Infrastructure score: 241 out of 350 points (Top States grade: A+)
US population within 500 miles: 109,073,615
Average commute to work: 23.4 minutes
Bridges in poor condition: 6.2%
Roads in unacceptable condition: 9.4%
20-year water-system needs: $7.5 billion”

See the full article here: https://www.cnbc.com/2019/07/10/5-states-with-the-best-infrastructure-in-america-in-2019.html

Also worth mentioning, Indiana has been ranked #11 in business for 2019. See the details: https://www.cnbc.com/2019/07/10/americas-top-states-for-business-2019.html