A Road Runs Through It: Syracuse is the latest in a growing number of cities to consider tearing down a raised urban expressway.

The article discusses the possibility of removing raised urban expressway in cities of the United States. Syracuse, New York-based developer Robert Doucette and other city leaders want to reroute Interstate 81 around the city and replace the elevated road with a ground boulevard. Opinions of city planners on cost involved in the replacement and traffic congestion are presented. Prospect of removing elevated highways in New Orleans, Louisiana and Connecticut is discussed.