Pittsburgh Main Thoroughfares and the Down Town District Improvements Necessary to Meet the City's Present and Future Needs

"Pittsburgh Main Thoroughfares and the Down Town District" by Frederick Law Olmsted is a detailed examination of early twentieth-century Pittsburgh's urban infrastructure. This report assesses transportation challenges and proposes enhancements to efficiently manage traffic in the growing city. Recognizing that the current layout hinders movement and raises urban costs, it highlights the necessity of strategic changes to meet rising demands throughout the city. The report's initial analysis outlines the crucial need for infrastructural improvements to manage congestion and foster future urban advancement. Olmsted focuses his discussion on arterial streets to allow for quick, practical, efficient movement within the business center, offering up a variety of options while stressing the importance of aesthetically pleasing elements within Pittsburgh's urban evolution.