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History

Interstate 270 is a major highway in the United States that connects the states of Missouri and Illinois. It serves as a bypass route around the cities of St. Louis, Missouri, and Granite City, Illinois. Here's a brief history of Interstate 270:

Planning and Construction:The concept of a bypass route around the St. Louis area began in the 1950s as part of the Interstate Highway System. The construction of I-270 was intended to alleviate congestion and provide a more efficient transportation route for the growing metropolitan area.

The construction of Interstate 270 began in the early 1960s. The first segment of the highway opened to traffic in 1962. Over the next several years, additional sections were completed, gradually forming the full loop around the St. Louis area.