1. Georgia’s Transportation systems & the Economy
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2. Name 4 things that the interstate highways are used for:
1. Connects major cities in the nation.
2. Transports people to intercity for their jobs. (urban sprawl)
3. Transports goods to and from the port cities as well as major manufacturing cities in other states
4. Encourages economic growth and development

3. How many interstate highways are in GA?
Six interstate highways in Atlanta: I-20, I-75, I-85, I- 285, I-585, I-675
I-16 links Macon to Savannah
I-95 Runs from along the eastern coastline

4. Why were interstates first built?
The U.S. government hoped that these highways would encourage economic growth and development, along with improving the nations defense.

5. Which interstate highways go through Atlanta, helping make it a center for transportation in the state?
Six interstate highways in Atlanta: I-20, I-75, I-85, I-285, I- 585, I-675

6. Which North-South Highways pass through Georgia?
I-95- eastern coast
I-75
I-85
Odd numbered highways travel North to South
Even numbered highways travel East to West
There will be some exceptions to the rule

7. Who can you find traveling on the interstate highways in Georgia?
Commuters going to and from work
Truck drivers transporting goods to and from the deep water ports
Travelers (bus and automobiles) going places or to airports to travel
Military convoys going from one base to another

8. Interstate Highways in GA

9. Harstfield Jackson International Airport is the …
Busiest in the world. Competes with Chicago’s O’Hare Airport as the busiest.

10. The airport is named for…
William Harstfield who was a former Atlanta Mayor (51st) founded in September 21, 1980.
Later Maynard Jackson’s name was added in 2003 to the name of the airport for his achievements. He was elected Mayor of Atlanta in 1973 and served 3 terms. He was the first African American Mayor of a major southern city.

11. How many planes???
Daily, about 1000 planes pass through Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.
Flights go to every continent except for Antarctica and

12. List reasons why HJIA is an important part of GA’s economy:
Carries travelers to Georgia who will spend money in the mountains, at the beach, or a city.
Hartfield-Jackson also hosts the only Perishables Complex in the southeast - allowing for rapid movement of agricultural products.
Largest employers in the State.
Georgia companies can produce products at reduced cost, helping to facilitate trade and increase the overall competitiveness of companies doing business in Georgia.

13. Georgia’s Deepwater Ports
There are 2 deep water ports in the state of Georgia:
Savannah
Brunswick
These ports are managed by Georgia Ports Authority.
Georgia Ports Authority mission statement is “to develop, maintain, and operate ocean and inland river ports within Georgia; foster international trade and new industry for state and local communities; promote Georgia’s agricultural, industrial, and natural resources; and maintain the natural quality of the environment.”

14. Terminal
situated at or forming the end or extremity of something

15. Commodities
an article of trade or commerce, especially a product as distinguished from a service.
something of use, advantage, or value.

16. Savannah – Deep water port
Terminal : Port of Savannah
Garden City Terminal- container terminal
Ocean Terminal- forest, steel, solid wood products, and heavy lift cargo
Target Corporation Facility- overseas cargo and merchandise for Target
IKEA Facility- Distribution center
Heineken USA Facility- moving containers from breweries in the Netherlands to distributors in GA

17. Brunswick- Port of Brunswick
Port of Brunswick- Over 500 acres leased or owned by the Auto Industry
Known for being number 1 in new auto imports
Colonel’s Island Terminal:
Shipment and storage of agricultural products: corn, soybeans, grains
Mayor’s Point Terminal
specializing as a distribution center for a variety of forest and solid wood products such as woodpulp, linerboard, plywood and paper products.