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Grading Minnesota's Infrastructure
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October 9, 2018
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45:46Now PlayingThe American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) released its 2018 report card on Minnesota's infrastructure at a State Capitol news conference Tuesday, October 9. Grades were provided in nine categories, including aviation, bridges, dams, drinking water, energy, ports, roads, transit and wastewater.
According to the report card, aviation earned the highest grade of "B", while Minnesota roads were given a grade of "D+". Bridges, dams, energy and wastewater were assigned "C" grades, and drinking water and transit were given a "C-" grade.
Ariel Christenson of ASCE said, "The most consistent issue across all sectors is funding. Nearly every sector has a budget shortfall, some larger than others. Overall, Minnesota received a "C" grade, which is above the national average of a "D+".
In referencing the poor grades for roads and transit, Senator Scott Dibble, DFL-Minneapolis, said that states with poor transportation systems are forfeiting economic benefits to states with better infrastructure. "They give away businesses that should be located and growing here. They are giving away workers that should want to live here, work here, raise a family. They are cutting off access to those who are already here, being able to live their lives to their fullest potential."
The report card is issued annually and can be viewed at www.reportcard@asce.org.
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