Continuity matters
A high-quality block is less useful when the route disappears at the next intersection.
Intersections are network nodes
Crossings can determine whether a route feels usable.
Land use affects trip length
Closer destinations make walking and cycling practical for more trips.
Transit extends the network
Good station access can combine active travel with longer public-transport trips.
Scope boundary. This page explains system relationships at a planning level. Real utility, transportation, emergency, structural, electrical, cybersecurity and public-safety decisions require local agencies and qualified professionals.