An Urban Mobility Report finds urban congestion continuing to rise and its associated costs and pollution also increasing. The US Department of Transportation and Congress recognize the problem and are looking for innovative solutions. The report offers several ideas for resolution including changing work habits and adding toll lanes to fund new construction.
Background
LA metro area had worst congestion, delaying drivers average of 72 hours/year
Followed by Atlanta, San Francisco, Washington, DC, Dallas
Least congested metro areas: Spokane, WA; Brownsville, TX–delays averaged 8 hours/year