By: Ronald Dixon
One of the most pressing issues facing Minnesota is its crumbling infrastructure. In fact, according to the American Society of Civil Engineers’ 2013 Infrastructure Report Card, Minnesota has 1,086 structurally deficient bridges, while another 427 are “functionally obsolete.” Meanwhile, 11 percent of all major roads in the state are in poor condition, costing Minnesota motorists over $1.2 billion in repair costs per year, or $396.25 for every driver.