There are over 41,000 miles of roadways and 8,442 bridges that make up our state highway system. This extensive transportation network connects South Carolinians to all aspects of their everyday life – including education, employment, social services, health care, consumer services, and retailers.
Our roads and bridges also serve South Carolina’s manufacturing, agricultural, and commercial industries who utilize the transportation network for commerce and need to move freight in a timely and efficient manner.
A state’s quality of life and economic competitiveness are directly tied to the condition, reliability, and efficiency of its transportation system. South Carolinians depend on our interstates, rural roads, and bridges every day. And with this dependence comes expectations.
- Commuters expect to reach their destinations in a reasonable timeframe.
- Consumers expect immediate access to goods whether on shelves or delivered to their doorsteps.
- Companies expect to move products efficiently and access qualified workers.
Many factors contribute to meeting these expectations, but the foundation begins with state and local governments having the resources to maintain and improve infrastructure in a timely and strategic manner.
SCFOR works to inform the public and educate elected officials about how South Carolina is putting infrastructure dollars to work, and why we must stay ahead of the curve when it comes to growing needs.
Infrastructure investment doesn’t just fix potholes; it drives economic development, creates jobs, and improves quality of life across South Carolina.