Document Type

Thesis - University Access Only

Award Date

2006

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Department / School

Geography

First Advisor

Charles F. Gritzner

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to study incompatible landscapes along the freeways in urban America. The study reveals how the urban freeway and green areas (greenscapes) bordering the expressways are both part of urban culture. Each of these elements has become essential to everyday life in urban areas; however, they exist in conflict with one another. The study also addresses the question of whether or not greenscapes have an environmental impact, or are just a mask to cover an environmental eyesore. This study involved the application of various aspects of urban, environmental, and transportation geography. In this study the author uses a literature review to examine what has been written about this subject in various journals and by some departments of transportati

Library of Congress Subject Headings

Greenways -- Minnesota -- Minneapolis Metropolitan Area
Greenways -- Minnesota -- St. Paul Metropolitan Area
Express highways  -- Minnesota -- Minneapolis Metropolitan Area
Express highways -- Minnesota -- St. Paul Metropolitan Area
Cultural landscapes

Publisher

South Dakota State University

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