The forecasted data for unpaved roads length in the U.S. depicts a slight, consistent downward trend from 2024 to 2028, declining from 2.1824 million kilometers in 2024 to 2.1715 million kilometers in 2028. As of 2023, the length stood at 2.185 million kilometers. Analyzing year-on-year change from 2024 to 2028, the length of unpaved roads exhibits a steady reduction at approximately -0.13% annually. The five-year CAGR calculation reveals an average annual decline of about -0.12%.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Potential impacts of infrastructure policies promoting road development.
- Technological advancements in road construction possibly accelerating the paving of existing unpaved roads.
- Environmental regulations influencing road maintenance and construction decisions.