rural transportation concept
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For planning purposes, the Department of Transportation defines rural as anything outside of a metropolitan area with a population of 50,000 or greater. By this definition, and according to reports by the US Department of Transportation (DOT) Rural Program and the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO), rural America comprises more than 80 percent of the nation's land; more than one third of its population; and more than two-thirds of the country’s approximately 3,000 counties. The demographics, mobility needs and resources of rural areas are vastly different than those of urban areas. And despite being served by MPOs, much of the CONNECT region is more “rural” or suburban in feel and development pattern than urban.
A rural transportation system serves those areas identified as rural, and includes all passenger transportation options available other than driving alone. This includes rural transit, demand responsive transit for the elderly and disabled, passenger rail, intercity bus, ferries, commercial scheduled air service, and car and van pooling. Passenger transportation in rural areas is provided by a variety of private sector, not-for-profit organizations, and various public agencies.
A rural transportation system serves those areas identified as rural, and includes all passenger transportation options available other than driving alone. This includes rural transit, demand responsive transit for the elderly and disabled, passenger rail, intercity bus, ferries, commercial scheduled air service, and car and van pooling. Passenger transportation in rural areas is provided by a variety of private sector, not-for-profit organizations, and various public agencies.
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