| ArcGIS REST Services Directory |
| Home > services > Transport_Corridors (FeatureServer) | | API Reference |
This layer consists of lines representing a selection of major road and river transport routes.
It highlights the primary land and water connections in the Amazon region, with a focus on major corridors for regional logistics and integration. In the Amazon, the movement of people and goods, the provision of many services, and the transportation of manufactured products to ports and consumer centers occur mainly via roads and rivers, with air transport playing a minor role. However, the dominance of each mode varies by country, available infrastructure, and the type of goods being transported.
The Amazon River and its major tributaries (Marañón, Ucayali, Putumayo, Negro, Madeira, among others) form a vital natural transport network for passenger and cargo movement in areas with limited road infrastructure. Some roads partially connect the Amazon to other urban centers, but road quality and maintenance vary significantly by region. Terrestrial transport is primarily used for agricultural and livestock products (soy, corn, beef, etc.), industrial inputs, and consumer goods moving from coastal areas or large cities into the Amazon. Air transport, which is not included in this layer, is mainly used for high-value goods (technological equipment, specialized machinery parts) or urgent deliveries (medicines, medical supplies, express packages).
Data Compilation:
AmazoniaForever360+, 2023, based on various documents, publications, and collaborative work with IDB teams. The key road axes, regional connectors, and river routes were identified, and road network data was sourced from Google Maps by calculating itineraries. The presented data has been summarized and simplified for clarity.
Additional Information: