How are the roads?
We’re conducting an informal survey this morning, when schools observe Veterans Day and give kids the day off. So, how much better are the roads when there are no buses, moms, dads, kids, on the roads? Leave a comment below and let us know. As for what the commute looks like so far, here’s what we’ve got. According to 1010 WINS, there are no problems to report on the eastbound SIE from Richmond Avenue all the way up to the Verrazano Bridge (maybe that answers our question), and traffic on the span is moving nicely. The station is also reporting that traffic in Brooklyn is moving well also, and it looks like you’re in good shape at all of your East River crossings. Back here, all of our New Jersey-bound spans are trouble-free, and there is some ongoing construction on the Turnpike near the I-80 interchange, but that’s about it. Delays at the Holland and Lincoln tunnels as well as the George Washington Bridge are minimal, with 1010 WINS reporting about a 10 minute wait (we’re shocked). A
Terrible! Just kidding… There are 2 major highways in Belize. One runs north and south, the other east and west. These highways are paved and well maintained. There is an 8 mile stretch of road under construction in the southern Toledo district. This is scheduled to be completed in early 2009. Construction on the 23 mile long, dirt and gravel Placencia road is scheduled to begin in July, 2008. This will be a major boon to advancement in one of the country’s hottest new development areas. Belize is a developing country. Roads into many of the outlying areas are fun in an SUV but not yet paved.
Panama’s infrastructure is excellent. In fact, many of the country’s principal highways were built by the U.S. during their 100-year stay in the country. Many small airports were also built by the U.S. Outside the highway system road quality varies, but is generally very good except in the most remote areas.
