Question

What were the barriers to Southern transportation

Answer 1

It's was the lack of railroads and the lack of decent roadways the southern parts. Only the waterways were the alternatives routes towards the south. They were not as developed compared to the northern parts.

Answer 2

The barriers to Southern transportation were the lack of railroads and the lack of decent roadways towards the Southern parts. Only the waterways were the alternative routes towards the South. They were not as developed compared to the Northern parts.