Maryland's infrastructure is at a critical juncture, receiving a C grade, according to a report by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).

The report studied Maryland's roads, aviation, bridges, dams, drinking water, energy, hazardous waste, ports, rails, solid waste, transit, and wastewater.

The state received the same C rating in its 2020 report.

A key point is that much of Maryland's infrastructure was built when the population was smaller, and it hasn't kept pace with the increasing demand.

"Which impacts quality of life for people across the state," said Rachel Sangree, the president of Maryland's ASCE. "Constant gridlock during rush hour in places like I-270 in Montgomery County, or I-95 in Baltimore, costs Marylanders billions of dollars every year in lost productivi

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