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The Mississippi River is often referred to as the "water highway" of the United States. This designation stems from its extensive navigation system that facilitates the transport of goods and commodities across the country. Connecting numerous states and major cities, the river plays a crucial role in commerce and trade, serving as a vital artery for shipping and transportation. Its tributaries further enhance its significance as a key logistical route.
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Is the US 19 Highway bridge over the New River in West Virginia the same design as the collapsed bridge in Minnesota?
No. The US19 bridge is ABOVE the water.
Why was the control of the Mississippi river importhant?
The Mississippi was/is the river highway through the eastern US. The state, person, country who controls the river can control the movement and shipping on the river.
In the early 1800s the Mississippi river was important to the US because it?
served as a major highway for trade.
Is the Great River Road a highway?
No, it is a collection of state and local roads that follow the course of the Mississippi River through ten states of the US.
What is the name of the major highway in Delaware?
A major US highway called Rt. 95 runs through part of Delaware. This is a major US highway that runs all the way to Florida.
What river in the us has the largest water shed?
the Mississippi river
Which river in the US can be can be called the third longest river in the world?
Mississippi river
What us river is called the gateway to west?
The Ohio River.
What us river is called ''The Gateway to the West''?
the ohio river
What is a river in the US?
that one with the water
In the early 1800's the Mississippi river was important to the US because it?
Provided water for irrigation of fields,silt from the river fertilized the fields along the river banks,and was also used as mode of conveyance up and down the river.
Which river system in the US can be called the third longest river in the world the?
Mississippi river
