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Q: We just drove Interstate 80 from Iowa to California. All states had newly repaved I-80. It was smooth sailing, until we hit California! Instant rough road, really teeth-jarring, especially in an RV. Embarrassing California! Why?

A: There are a number of things in play. First, we have neglected our roads for several decades and are now trying to catch up to a $50 billion maintenance backlog in California.