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U.S. Infrastructure Improves to C, Faces $3.7 Trillion Gap

3/25/2025

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The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has upgraded U.S. infrastructure to a C in 2025, a step up from C- in 2021. However, a staggering $3.7 trillion funding gap looms large. Urgent improvements are needed in drinking water and public transit, while energy and aviation face daunting D grades, signaling tough challenges ahead.

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Story summary

The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has upgraded U.S. infrastructure to a C in 2025, a step up from C- in 2021. However, a staggering $3.7 trillion funding gap looms large. Urgent improvements are needed in drinking water and public transit, while energy and aviation face daunting D grades, signaling tough challenges ahead.