The US Interstate System is one of the most well-developed network of roads in the world, and has a surprisingly organized numbering system.
New Capital Cities: Changing locations of seats of government
Since 1920, 17 countries created new capital cities – and one additional is being seriously considered. The reasons vary dramatically – from civil unrest to political pressures to new nationhood to climate change to population growth.
Carmel, Indiana Roundabouts: The most-extensive roundabout network in North America
Carmel, Indiana is the roundabout capital of North America. This suburb of Indianapolis has been replacing its “standard intersections” with roundabouts since the 1990s.
New Mannahatta: NYC’s proposed Manhattan Island extension
A proposal dubbed “New Mannahatta” was introduced in 2022 to expand Manhattan’s area through land reclaimation.
Kazungula Bridge: Connecting Botswana and Zambia over the Zambezi River
The Kazungula Bridge is a vital trade passage between the countries of Botswana and Zambia that closely bypasses borders with Zimbabwe and Namibia.
Neom: A futuristic city in the desert of Saudi Arabia
The government of Saudi Arabia has allocated upwards of $500 billion for an infrastructure project called Neom in the middle of the Arabian Desert.
Ameralik Span: The longest cross-water electrical wires in the world
The power lines that run across the Ameralik Fjord (called the Ameralik Span) help transport that power from the source to the population in the sparsely-populated country of Greenland.
Tibbett to Contowoyto Winter Road: Connecting diamond mines in Northern Canada
Starting in the city of Yellowknife in the Northwest Territories, the Tibbett to Contowoyto Winter Road connects various diamond and gold mines located throughout Northern Canada, allowing a ground transportation route to transport resources to and from mines.
Fraport Greece: Greek airports owned by the German Government
Greece experiences a significant economic crisis in 2008 which left the government with litter levers to support business and growth throughout the country. To boost foreign funding, the Greek government privatized 14 airports throughout the country, selling them to a company called Fraport.
Honolulu Rail Transit (HART): A high-cost, very delayed rail system
The Honolulu Rail Transit (HART) project is the current rendition of an effort to provide a functioning commuter rail service to Honolulu residents, an effort that has lasted since the 1960s.