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Originally Posted by van Hemessen
RE: Lubbock
Keep in mind the Interstate system itself was also a post-war "make work" project (not a defense project as we've been led to believe). The US is no better than we are when it comes to building highways: sure they have lots of freeways, but look at the level of sprawl that has brought. Not to mention their road infrastructure in many places is crumbling compared to ours.
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IIRC Lubbock only got 1-27 in the late 60's - early 70's, so it was a rather late entry to the IS system. I also believe it is part of the 'Ports to Plains Corridor' concept that would eventually extend US 287 (mostly divided Expressway with some Freeway) to Denver. Not sure if it will ever happen though.
Ever been to Lubbock? LAND is not an issue!! Ergo, sprawl is not an issue.
BTW I personally prefer reasonable sprawl to aggressive in-fill. As kid we used to be able to easily walk/bike to spacious in-city woods and green space. All that is now in-fill.