Streets and highways are falling apart while local and state governments struggle with other budget crises. Yet our economy is dependent on ground transport of people and goods. The solution? Start with smarter potholes.<\/strong><\/p>

Spectacular events with roads and highway infrastructure have a way of getting our attention. For example, the deadly collapse of the I35W Bridge over the Mississippi River in Minneapolis in August 2007 led to a lot of discussion – and finger pointing – on bridge and road safety.<\/p>