Benefits and Beneficiaries of the Nations Inland Waterways

Within the United States, there are 25,000 miles of inland waterways. Of these, 12,000 miles are commercially navigable, revenue generating miles which comprise the U.S. inland maritime transportation system (IMTS). The scale and significance of the nation’s network of inland waterways is not easily characterized. The system has been a vital asset for the U.S., bolstering the economy and providing […]