I checked on some of the claims in this post. For example, the Federal Highway Administration being an outgrowth of the Good Roads Movement. Turns out that's not correct. The GRM was responsible for the idea of well maintained trails connecting cities. But the actual road system was purely an automotive endeavor (credited with starting with the Lincoln Highway) and partially financed by the early auto industry. Earlier major roads were also envisioned by various early auto clubs (like the AAA)
Some early GRM trails were converted into automobile roads as time went on, while others were purpose built for the car. A combination of military usage, agricultural concerns and the automobile lobby helped bring about the FHA.
One of the earliest national highway proposals (from the 1900 Good Roads Convention) actually specifically advocated for separate divisions of the road surface for cars, bikes, pedestrians and decorative elements.
Some early GRM trails were converted into automobile roads as time went on, while others were purpose built for the car. A combination of military usage, agricultural concerns and the automobile lobby helped bring about the FHA.
One of the earliest national highway proposals (from the 1900 Good Roads Convention) actually specifically advocated for separate divisions of the road surface for cars, bikes, pedestrians and decorative elements.