American Rural Highways (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Public highways shape national progress and everyday life, and this guide explains why they matter.

The book outlines how highway systems are planned, built, and cared for, with a focus on rural and intercity roads. It covers the scope of traffic, administration, drainage, design, maintenance, and the practical steps communities take to keep roads usable and safe.

- Why highways are treated as national utilities and how traffic drives choices
- The roles of local, county, and state agencies in building and maintaining roads
- Practical approaches to drainage, cross sections, and surface types
- Maintenance strategies for earth, gravel, macadam, and concrete roads

Ideal for readers interested in rural planning, public works, and transportation policy.

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