Why are so many rest stops closed?
I'm heading west from NC on my way to Los Angeles along I-40. I've noticed that about 30% of the rest stops are closed. Why is that? Is it because of budget cuts, restoration, abuses by travelers? ...
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Less revenue coming in and more 'entitlements' going out?
The Pennsylvania Turnpike once had picnic tables along the road. Now they're No Parking areas.
Travelers dumping trash was one of the reasons. I'm sure safety was another factor.
The Turnpike is a toll road, so they probably have more money coming in that regular state highways.
I know of a few Rest Stops closed because of "problems' with travelers.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike once had picnic tables along the road. Now they're No Parking areas.
Travelers dumping trash was one of the reasons. I'm sure safety was another factor.
The Turnpike is a toll road, so they probably have more money coming in that regular state highways.
I know of a few Rest Stops closed because of "problems' with travelers.
